Feeling stuck or frustrated as an introvert or sensitive person trying to grow a solopreneur business? Here’s a grounded reality check, with compassion and practical guidance from a solopreneur coach.
After 15 years in business as a coach, perhaps it’s a coaching business success story. I share some key moments, essential ingredients of making it work, and how this journey has felt.
I still remember how happy I felt during and after that first paid coaching session. It was a
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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.
You hear about side hustles or that you have to hustle to make it as an entrepreneur. It can be a turn off for introverts and HSPs. Hustle is NOT required. Here’s why the hustle idea is harmful, and what works better.
I explain my black swan logo as
Is it a good time to start a business or bad time? Here’s a list of pros and cons for solopreneurs. + Tips for how to decide in your own situation.
The market feels so full of noise and free offers. What should you do about your offers right now? Here’s a video conversation where we provide some insights and solutions especially for introverts.
The fear of being seen as too woo woo can get in the way of hearing your callings and going for something alternative. You can be grounded and outside the box. Here’s my take on the real problem.
Hosting a focus group when I was first starting my business, and many times since, has been SO valuable for me. For my own clarity, and for understanding my audience and what they need.
Turns out leading a focus group is quite simple! Here’s exactly how. If you like
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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.
Solopreneur describes a one-person business, but that word can feel lonely and cold, and make you feel drained. SOULpreneur moves you into a better gear. Defined here.
We need role models for a heart-centered self-employment journey. Here’s a profile of Diana, a content strategist and copywriter. More profiles to come.
It’s so easy to fall into the trap of letting the business and marketing gurus tell you what to do, when actually they don’t know what’s right for you. You know more than you think. Your intuition is a better compass. I’ll explain how this has helped me grow my
When you tweak the word entrepreneur to something that has more soul, it’s a lot more appealing to me and to a lot of people. And that’s what business really should be — ethical, purposeful, authentic. I’ll explain what I mean and how a new word has helped me.
Having trouble hitting publish, or even writing the content at all for a new business website? Here’s a guide to get it done in a simple way.
Marketing angst is the most common concern I hear from introverts who are self-employed or considering self-employment. Here’s some hope and guidance related to social media and beyond social media.
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Some people think being a solopreneur means it’s all on your shoulders and that time off is a problem. Here’s how it CAN work to have time, and how I handle it.
Self-employment can work well for introverts. Here are some of the best self-employed jobs for introverts, and tips to make it work best for introverts and HSPs. Tips for how to choose the right idea too.
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There’s so much stress over the words related to our work. Self-employed introverts are especially prone to word worries. Here’s what to do.
Having a filled-out LinkedIn profile can be worthwhile and fairly easy to do. The full why and how of it. Step-by-step instructions for newbies included.
Does self-employment HAVE to be that stressful? I don’t think so. Here’s my take on the problem and the solution. Stress-free? Not exactly. Burnout-free, Yes!
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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.
