"If you want it done right, do it yourself." * The words of an introvert, me thinks! I lived by these words for many years, embracing them wholeheartedly because they gave me permission to fly solo. A co-pilot tended to muck up the works. There was always the possibility of communication challenges, conflicting agendas, and unexpected demands on my precious time and energy. Introverts and … [Read more...]
I Know I’m an Introvert Because…
Ever since I put a stake in the ground as The Introvert Entrepreneur, I've wondered if anyone would create anything along the lines of The Extrovert Entrepreneur. Well, grab your noise-cancelling headphones, because I've found something close to it!! Did you know there's a "full-service healthcare agency" called "Extrovertic"? Fascinating! Everyone who works there is an extrovert (at … [Read more...]
Coaching FAQ
Why do people hire a coach? Isn't having an encouraging friend or mentor the same thing? [collapsible_item title="People decide to hire a coach for every reason you can imagine ..."]People decide to hire a coach for every reason you can imagine: personal development, business development, career growth, money issues, spiritual development, relationship skills, leadership and communication … [Read more...]
Presentations & Training
Do you want to cultivate positive introvert energy within your team, your company, yourself? Beth is available for presentations, trainings and media interviews on a variety of topics related to introverts as leaders, professionals and entrepreneurs, including… Things your introverted employees want to tell you (but probably won’t) Understanding the introvert in your life Recognizing and … [Read more...]
There IS an “I” in Team: Introverts, Creativity & “The New Groupthink”
The topic of introversion is enjoying some major buzz, and can I just say, it's about time? ;-) Thanks to Susan Cain and her newly released book, "Quiet: The Power of Introverts in a World that Can't Stop Talking," folks are reading about introverts in People magazine, The New York Times and O, The Oprah Magazine, among other places. One of the most interesting conversations is happening around … [Read more...]
Confessions of an Indulgent Introvert
In November 2010, I wrote a prescient blog post entitled, "The Dangers of Being Home Alone." My main point was that while I was working from home and technically "alone," I was rarely alone with my thoughts because I was almost never unplugged, never disconnected. Part of me also felt that working from home alone was not the most productive place to be. However, my introvert self LOVED it … [Read more...]
Tabatha Takes Over The Introvert Entrepreneur
She's bitchy, ballsy and brash. She's Tabatha, and she's taking over. I might be a little late to the party, but I've just discovered "Tabatha's Salon Takeover" (to be relaunched on Jan 10 as "Tabatha Takes Over"), and I'm hooked. Tabatha Coffey is almost the complete opposite of me in every respect (although, when I was around 7 or 8, I had worked out a basic business plan and was … [Read more...]
Life Lessons from the Lake
There's a phenomenon that happens with many fresh water lakes a few times a year called "lake turnover." Without getting into the details (you can read one of the more simple explanations I found here), it's a process that happens when the surface water reaches a certain temperature (39.2 degrees F to be exact) and becomes denser and heavier than the water under it. That top layer sinks and … [Read more...]
Can We Stop with the “Introvert=Shy” Already!?
Oh dear, did that headline sound exasperated? I think it did. Because I am. Over the past 18 months, I've been especially in tune with articles and posts that mention introversion. And so often, there is a collapsing of the definitions of introvert and shy. The article will start out OK, positing that introverts can be leaders, or business owners, or sales people. Then they will highlight a … [Read more...]
The Flaw with Being “Fearless”
What do I need most to succeed in business? Be fearless! What do I do when doubts creep in? Be fearless! How do I get over my fears? Be fearless! Last week, I attended an outstanding Puget Sound Business Journal "Grow Your Business" Expo. The day was full of exhibitors and presenters, all focused on providing resources and strategies to entrepreneurs. A common theme of many of the speakers? … [Read more...]
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