I wish I didn’t hear this false thought so often as a career coach: “I don’t have real skills. They’re just soft skills.” I notice these are mostly women who have not felt valued for their strengths, such as connecting, empathy, advising, guiding, communicating. This thought comes up a lot
Introverts and highly sensitive people (HSPs) have our own way of seeing the world, and we need our kind of inspiration and guidance. I’m collected some good TED talks here that support our needs.
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A heart-centered business, aligned with your caring values and a sense of balance, can be part of the solution in an out-of-balance world. Here’s what I mean, and how it can be easier and better.
Many have equated work with drudgery but work should be fun because fun means you’re on the right career path. Work CAN be fun. What I mean, and how…
Unfulfilling success is a big heartache, often in secret. It leads to burnout. It’s so common. You’re not alone. Fulfillment IS possible. Explained here.
Introverts can be great leaders, using their natural strengths. When people don’t realize that, they don’t understand what truly good leadership is. Here’s my take on it.
Includes some favorite resources about great leadership and what it really is.
Doing what you love from a sense of purpose is a secret to happiness, but that’s not so easy to find. Some tips to make it easier to answer “What is my purpose?”
It’s not as hard as you think. And it’s harder than you think. Here’s a realistic look at the inside of self-employment, and some inspiration. This includes some of my own story. More people can handle it than they think. Introverts too. Imperfection allowed.
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Not knowing is actually quite common. Finding out is doable! A little clarity of direction can help you find good work more easily.
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This is a common question. My answer is that you don’t even know what’s realistic or not until you explore some more. I have the kind of brain that thinks there is always a way to do something you love. Even if you don’t think like that, stay with me
You might wonder if your business idea is going to be viable in the current market, and that’s a good question. Don’t just leap. 8 things that tell you it’s ready for any market. Based on timeless principles.
A snapshot written when I was going through a “birthing” process of my coaching business, about the emotional ups and downs – exciting and scary. Plus how I got through it.
Everyone has superpowers but it’s hard to see it in ourselves. I’ll explain what it is, how to know, and how that helps with your career or business.
Seriously, if you’re feeling icky or fake about marketing, then it’s time to stop and rethink how you’re doing it. I explain what will work better instead.
I know you’re heart-centered but dry business speak is not showing it. If you let it show more, it actually helps you in business. Here’s some proof and some examples.
Many people get nervous about written communications or they dread dealing with email. And/or they are creating problems with email mishaps. Either way, this email etiquette quiz will bring some simple tips to light.
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It might not feel like it right now, but work can be energizing and fulfilling, even for introverts and HSPs. There is a way. Here are 3 paths to find your way to your right career path.
Self-employment guidance especially for introverts and HSPs. So you can have the sustainable, meaningful, and calm life you crave.
Does it seem like everyone else has it figured out? Let me light the way for your exploration around career, life purpose, or self-employment.
