The Ambitious Introvert® Podcast

This week on The Ambitious Introvert® Podcast I’m wrapping up this decision fatigue mini series with some of my favourite ‘life hacks’ - the ones that get things running on auto as much as possible, freeing up my bandwidth for the juicy, important decisions in life!I’ve shared many of these with my clients over the years, and though some of them sound sneakily simple, I promise you the compound results of implementing them will blow you away. As introverts, adding these energy savers into our routine and life admin can make a HUGE difference on what we have left in the tank at the end of the day.I’m sharing:Why, once again, planning ahead is worth the initial effort to save you energy through the weekHow you can use automations to limit your decision making in life, not just businessThe super effective way I make sure I don’t skip workouts and mindset practices with the excuse of ‘not knowing what I want to do’How buying pyjamas and going to the dentist are both activities that have opportunities to be optimised!If you ever fall behind with life admin, or feel overwhelmed and overstimulated by it, this episode is for you!CONNECT WITH EMMA-LOUISEWebsite: http://www.emmalouiseparkes.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/emmalouparkesFacebook Group: The Ambitious Introvert® NetworkSign up to receive my monthly Introvert's Only digest, delivering all the best introvert-friendly resources straight to your inbox, minus the scroll herePREMIUM SUPPORT Interested in working with me 1:1 or joining The Quiet Power Mastermind? Fill out this form to start the conversation! https://bit.ly/2QQAwcxSupport the show

This week’s episode of The Ambitious Introvert Podcast is Episode 155. Can you believe we've made it this far? It feels a little crazy to think about! Whether you've been with us since the beginning or are new to the show, there's plenty of valuable content for you to explore. With 154 other episodes covering a wide range of topics, you can binge-listen to your heart's content!Today I'm thrilled to be sharing my decision savers for business, and the top 11 (yes, 11!) ways I keep my decisions to a minimum (and my energy at the max), including:Choosing set days for my marketing activitiesHow committing to a strategy for 90 days lead me to consecutive 5 figure monthsPrioritisation and planning for successHow limiting decision-making helps avoid overwhelmWhy reduce decision fatigue leads to more efficiencyWhy self mastery is key for business success (and how Quiet Power - The Minimind can teach you how to cultivate it)I’m sharing a LOT of tips in this episode so I hope you’ll find a few that boost your productivity and preserve that precious energy.CONNECT WITH EMMA-LOUISEWebsite: http://www.emmalouiseparkes.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/emmalouparkesFacebook Group: The Ambitious Introvert® NetworkSign up to receive my monthly Introvert's Only digest, delivering all the best introvert-friendly resources straight to your inbox, minus the scroll herePREMIUM SUPPORT Interested in working with me 1:1 or joining The Quiet Power Mastermind? Fill out this form to start the conversation! https://bit.ly/2QQAwcxSupport the show

In this episode, I’m discussing the topic of decision fatigue - and in particular how it affects introverts. I’m sharing my own experiences and insights, drawing from my background as an air traffic controller. I’ll explore the meaning of decision fatigue, its impact on decision-making, and whether it is a skill that can be learned. This episode marks the start of a mini-series on this topic, inspired by a client discussion. Tune in to gain a deeper understanding of decision fatigue and its unique implications for us introverts, and how you can eliminate it in your life and business!I discuss:What is decision fatigue?Why, and how, some of the world’s brightest people avoid ‘unimportant’ decisions Energy, and how it’s affected by decision-making. Why building systems around your decisions is keyKeeping decision making to a minimum (and how this can impact your long term successQuiet Power, The MinimindThe Paradox of ChoiceThinking Fast and SlowBuzzsprout - Let's get your podcast launched! Start for FREEDisclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.CONNECT WITH EMMA-LOUISEWebsite: http://www.emmalouiseparkes.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/emmalouparkesFacebook Group: The Ambitious Introvert® NetworkSign up to receive my monthly Introvert's Only digest, delivering all the best introvert-friendly resources straight to your inbox, minus the scroll herePREMIUM SUPPORT Interested in working with me 1:1 or joining The Quiet Power Mastermind? Fill out this form to start the conversation! https://bit.ly/2QQAwcxSupport the show

Ever wondered how some introverts and extroverts can have such harmonious relationships AND embrace their differences? From their contrasting qualities to how this dynamic unfolds, it's definitely a journey of understanding and connection. Erin Woodruff, Communications Coach and Certified Life Coach shares her experience of this and how she helps high-achieving women stay happily married to introverts.As a life coach, Erin helps her clients reconnect with themselves so that they can create an abundant life they can get excited about. During our conversation we explore happiness and relationships, plus the catalyst that shifted Erin's perspective on life that empowered her to navigate her business journey on her own terms.Tune in to find out:The contrast between introverts and extroverts and how this dynamic can unfold within a relationshipWhether introverts and extroverts are a good match as a coupleChallenging the stereotypical notions surrounding the true meaning of introversionErin's perspective on the attributes of introverts that she genuinely appreciates, including those that often go unnoticed or unacknowledgedWhat ‘depth of processing’ really isA change Erin made in her business that really made a differenceCONNECT WITH ERINWebsite: www.erinwoodruffcoaching.com Facebook: www.facebook.com/erinwoodruffcoaching Instagram: www.instagram.com/erinwoodruffcoaching/Linked In: www.linkedin.com/in/erin-woodruff-b5109a8b/ERIN’S BOOK RECOMMENDATIONQuiet by Susan CainEat That Frog by Brian TracyCONNECT WITH EMMA-LOUISEWebsite: http://www.emmalouiseparkes.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/emmalouparkesFacebook Group: The Ambitious Introvert® NetworkSign up to receive my monthly Introvert's Only digest, delivering all the best introvert-friendly resources straight to your inbox, minus the scroll hereSupport the showCONNECT WITH EMMA-LOUISEWebsite: http://www.emmalouiseparkes.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/emmalouparkesFacebook Group: The Ambitious Introvert® NetworkSign up to receive my monthly Introvert's Only digest, delivering all the best introvert-friendly resources straight to your inbox, minus the scroll herePREMIUM SUPPORT Interested in working with me 1:1 or joining The Quiet Power Mastermind? Fill out this form to start the conversation! https://bit.ly/2QQAwcxSupport the show

When my guest Joanna Rawbone found out she was an introvert it was such a revelation that it played a pivotal role in her personal growth and business. Joanna’s an Executive Coach and certified Myers Briggs Practitioner, and she truly believes that owning your strengths and articulating them positively is key to flourishing in your career AND your life. Joanna’s clients are mostly mid-career introverts in STEM & professional services who know they have more to offer, and are tired of being overlooked and undervalued. Joanna helps them decide what flourishing and fulfilment really mean to them, so they can take the right action to make that their reality.We also discuss extroversion bias within businesses and explore Joanna's role as a champion for us often overlooked introverts, something I am particularly interested in too!Tune in to find out:The two things that stood out for Joanna when training as a Myers Briggs PractitionerWhy she’s a big fan of the MBTIHow Joanna empowers her introverted clientsHow working in business in different countries demonstrated to Joanna the different culture styles that really embraced introverts in the workplaceJoanna’s journey into business and what made her decide to leave the corporate world behind and branch out on her ownThe aspect of running her business that she enjoys the mostCONNECT WITH JOANNAWebsite: www.flourishingintroverts.comFacebook: www.facebook.com/groups/IntrovertscornerLinked In: www.linkedin.com/in/joannarawboneJOANNA’S BOOK RECOMMENDATIONResonant Leadership by Richard Boyatzis & Annie McKeeCONNECT WITH EMMA-LOUISEWebsite: http://www.emmalouiseparkes.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/emmalouparkesFacebook Group: The Ambitious Introvert® NetworkSign up to receive my monthly Introvert's Only digest, delivering all the best introvert-friendly resources straight to your inbox, minus the scroll herePREMIUM SUPPORT Interested in working with me 1:1 or joining The Quiet Power Mastermind? Fill out this form to start the conversation! https://bit.ly/2QQAwcxCONNECT WITH EMMA-LOUISEWebsite: http://www.emmalouiseparkes.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/emmalouparkesFacebook Group: The Ambitious Introvert® NetworkSign up to receive my monthly Introvert's Only digest, delivering all the best introvert-friendly resources straight to your inbox, minus the scroll herePREMIUM SUPPORT Interested in working with me 1:1 or joining The Quiet Power Mastermind? Fill out this form to start the conversation! https://bit.ly/2QQAwcxSupport the show

My guest on the podcast this week is Brittany Herzberg, a former massage therapist turned copywriter. Brittany uses an SEO-based copywriting & marketing approach to help her clients stand out online while attracting the right kinds of clients from the start.We delve into the realm of SEO and the art of harnessing social proof to foster authentic relationships. Brittany shares how you can demonstrate the true worth you bring to your clients (and also help set you apart on social media), allowing you to build a lasting bond with your audience.Tune in to find out:How to improve your SEO game (whether you're a startup or an established business)Ensuring your website includes key elements that catch the attention of search enginesBrittany’s insider tips on optimising keywords and writing compelling website copyWhat social proof, is and how it can boost your business’s profileThe key to crafting a clear company message, and how to communicate your company's message with clarity and precisionThe value of sharing testimonials and case studies to resonate with your ideal clientsCONNECT WITH BRITTANYWebsite: https://brittanyherzberg.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/brittany_herzberg/BRITTANY’S BOOK RECOMMENDATIONYou're a Badass at Making Money by Jensen SInceroStories that Stick by Kindra HallCONNECT WITH EMMA-LOUISEWebsite: http://www.emmalouiseparkes.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/emmalouparkesFacebook Group: The Ambitious Introvert® NetworkSign up to receive my monthly Introvert's Only digest, delivering all the best introvert-friendly resources straight to your inbox, minus the scroll herePREMIUM SUPPORT Interested in working with me 1:1 or joining The Quiet Power Mastermind? Fill out this form to start the conversation! https://bit.ly/2QQAwcxSupport the showCONNECT WITH EMMA-LOUISEWebsite: http://www.emmalouiseparkes.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/emmalouparkesFacebook Group: The Ambitious Introvert® NetworkSign up to receive my monthly Introvert's Only digest, delivering all the best introvert-friendly resources straight to your inbox, minus the scroll herePREMIUM SUPPORT Interested in working with me 1:1 or joining The Quiet Power Mastermind? Fill out this form to start the conversation! https://bit.ly/2QQAwcxSupport the show

Did you know that a large number of great salespeople are also introverts? This week I’m joined by Candice D’Angelo, founder of The Selling Lab - a sales training agency where online and offline business owners level up their sales skills. Recognised as a fast-growing online sales coaching business with an audience of more than 7000 collective followers, Candice has helped hundreds of business owners develop their sales skills through her online community since the company’s inception in 2018.Her audience are mostly introverted, so for them selling can feel like a challenge! Candice uses her wealth of knowledge, skills and expertise to show people how to sell and promote their offers, and how to successfully convert leads into clients with confidence.Tune in to find out:Candice’s journey into entrepreneurship (including being a headhunter and working in medical sales)How perfectionism can hinder progress and prevent you from taking action in your businessThe importance of consistent messaging within your marketingThe most common mistakes people make (introverts and extroverts alike), on sales callsThe secret to taking control during a sales call and most importantly, closing the conversationThe key to standing out in a hyper saturated marketThe biggest mindset shift that has enabled Candice to get the level of success she has todayCONNECT WITH CANDICEWebsite: https://thesellinglab.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/the_selling_labCANDICE’’S BOOK RECOMMENDATIONSPIN Selling by Neil RackhamBuilt To Sell by John WarrillowCONNECT WITH EMMA-LOUISEWebsite: http://www.emmalouiseparkes.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/emmalouparkesFacebook Group: The Ambitious Introvert® NetworkSign up to receive my monthly Introvert's Only digest, delivering all the best introvert-friendly resources straight to your inbox, minus the scroll herePREMIUM SUPPORT Interested in working with me 1:1 or joining The Quiet Power Mastermind? Fill out this form to start the conversation! https://bit.ly/2QQAwcxCONNECT WITH EMMA-LOUISEWebsite: http://www.emmalouiseparkes.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/emmalouparkesFacebook Group: The Ambitious Introvert® NetworkSign up to receive my monthly Introvert's Only digest, delivering all the best introvert-friendly resources straight to your inbox, minus the scroll herePREMIUM SUPPORT Interested in working with me 1:1 or joining The Quiet Power Mastermind? Fill out this form to start the conversation! https://bit.ly/2QQAwcxSupport the show

As an introvert you might not think PR and publicity is for you, but my guest on the podcast this week is here to tell you otherwise. Dina Behrman is a PR strategist and publicity coach and she helps coaches, consultants and service providers pitch - and get featured in - the press through her group programme and high touch 1:1 service.Dina believes you can do things when it comes to PR and getting visible that stretch you but aren’t completely at odds with your personality, making it all the more manageable for us introverts! With a mixture of mindset reframes and practical tips on getting started in PR, this week’s episode is certain to give you a nudge to put yourself out there without feeling wildly out of your comfort zone.Tune in to find out:Dina’s background and how it felt to be on the other side of the pitch after she went freelanceHow Dina found out what worked and what didn’t when it came to pitching to editorsThe tipping point that led Dina to diversify into creating programmes when she became fully bookedWhy introverts should ask themselves what tools they have at their disposalThe regular mindset hurdles Dina helps her clients overcome when it comes to PRHow you can reframe PR so it feels like a more positive energetic exchangeWhy researching, being thoughtful and intentional will make a huge difference in your success at pitchingThe power of storytelling and how you can combine it with your expertise to appeal to podcast hosts, publications and journalistsWhy you don’t need to ‘pay to play’ to be featured (but why Dina has tested it)CONNECT WITH DINAWebsite: www.dinabehrman.comFree Pitch The Press Guide: https://linktr.ee/dinabehrmanInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/dinabehrman/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/bizfamecoach DINA’S BOOK RECOMMENDATIONYou are a Badass by Jen SinceroCONNECT WITH EMMA-LOUISEWebsite: http://www.emmalouiseparkes.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/emmalouparkesFacebook Group: The Ambitious Introvert® NetworkSign up to receive my monthly Introvert's Only digest, delivering all the best introvert-friendly resources straight to your inbox, minus the scroll herePREMIUM SUPPORT Interested in working with me 1:1 or joining The Quiet Power Mastermind? Fill out this form to start the conversation! Support the showCONNECT WITH EMMA-LOUISEWebsite: http://www.emmalouiseparkes.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/emmalouparkesFacebook Group: The Ambitious Introvert® NetworkSign up to receive my monthly Introvert's Only digest, delivering all the best introvert-friendly resources straight to your inbox, minus the scroll herePREMIUM SUPPORT Interested in working with me 1:1 or joining The Quiet Power Mastermind? Fill out this form to start the conversation! https://bit.ly/2QQAwcxSupport the show

In this week’s episode of The Ambitious Introvert Podcast® I’m delighted to be joined by guest Bibigi Haile. Bibiigi is a Strategic Visibility Advisor to women in leadership, and she helps her clients to identify their superpower, mirror it back to them and support them while they step into their zone of genius. As well as being highly introverted AND ambitious Bibigi, also has ADHD and social anxiety. After recently discovering her human design type (she’s a reflector), Bibigi has a deeper understanding of her interactions with people and her own need for space. In our very honest conversation we explore the importance of setting boundaries as an introvert and being comfortable with saying no to social events or activities that drain our energy. Understanding your own value and showing up authentically in the world is super important to Bibigi (and in turn for her clients), and I hope you find this episode permission-giving if you’re wondering how you can truly connect with your own superpower.Tune in to find out:The concept of visibility and what it means to different peopleThe intersection of introversion, visibility and personal growth in the context of business and self-expressionBibigi’s journey of running a business with ADHD and how she turned it into a strengthThe challenges faced by women in terms of societal expectations and the need to find balance in self-expressionThe impact of the pandemic on Bibigi’s visibilityThe importance of recognising and embracing your own zone of genius, even if it feels easyHow Bibigi pivoted her business model when it wasn't working anymoreBibigi’s recent mindset shift and how she recognised her own superpowerCONNECT WITH BIBIGIWebsite: https://thebeauvoirgroup.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bibigihaile/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/bibigi.haileBIBIGI’S BOOK RECOMMENDATIONThe Big Leap by Gay HendricksNever Eat Alone by Keith FerrazziCONNECT WITH EMMA-LOUISEWebsite: http://www.emmalouiseparkes.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/emmalouparkesFacebook Group: The Ambitious Introvert® NetworkSign up to receive my monthly Introvert's Only digest, delivering all the best introvert-friendly resources straight to your inbox, minus the scroll herePREMIUCONNECT WITH EMMA-LOUISEWebsite: http://www.emmalouiseparkes.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/emmalouparkesFacebook Group: The Ambitious Introvert® NetworkSign up to receive my monthly Introvert's Only digest, delivering all the best introvert-friendly resources straight to your inbox, minus the scroll herePREMIUM SUPPORT Interested in working with me 1:1 or joining The Quiet Power Mastermind? Fill out this form to start the conversation! https://bit.ly/2QQAwcxSupport the show

This week on The Ambitious Introvert® Podcast I’m joined by Messaging & Strategy Consultant Liz Rohr. Liz supports her clients to communicate what they do, who it's for and how they do it - while also giving themselves permission to be truly honest about what they want. Liz is a highly sensitive empath, runs two businesses and her background is as a nurse practitioner, so she is truly multi-passionate.One of the things I loved most about our conversation is that Liz created both her businesses based on what she loves and what she’s good at. At a time when so much of the messaging we see online is about must-follow formulas and quick wins, Liz’s approach is refreshing and inspirational. I know this conversation will resonate with anyone who finds themselves pulled by their different passions, and I hope you find this episode permission-giving if that sounds like you.Tune in to find out:How Liz left her role as a nurse practitioner and moved into entrepreneurshipLiz’s marketing plan when she first started her business, and how she developed her ideal client avatarHow Liz maintained consistency and why she prioritised itWhy Liz gave herself permission to stop doing the things that she found drainingHow even if you think people aren’t listening, they are!What prompted Liz start her second business (which is wildly different than her first)The mindset hurdles Liz worked through and why she’s currently working less in her businessCONNECT WITH LIZWebsite: www.lizrohr.co Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lizrohr.co/ LIZ’S BOOK RECOMMENDATIONWorthy: Boost Your Self-Worth to Grow Your Net Worth by Nancy LevinChillpreneur by Denise Duffield-ThomasCONNECT WITH EMMA-LOUISEWebsite: http://www.emmalouiseparkes.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/emmalouparkesFacebook Group: The Ambitious Introvert® NetworkSign up to receive my monthly Introvert's Only digest, delivering all the best introvert-friendly resources straight to your inbox, minus the scroll herPREMIUM SUPPORT Interested in working with me 1:1 or joining The Quiet Power Mastermind? Fill out this form to start the conversation! https://bit.ly/2QQAwcxBlog post link https://emmalouiseparkes.com/following-your-passions-amp-using-your-strengths-in-business-with-liz-rohr/CONNECT WITH EMMA-LOUISEWebsite: http://www.emmalouiseparkes.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/emmalouparkesFacebook Group: The Ambitious Introvert® NetworkSign up to receive my monthly Introvert's Only digest, delivering all the best introvert-friendly resources straight to your inbox, minus the scroll herePREMIUM SUPPORT Interested in working with me 1:1 or joining The Quiet Power Mastermind? Fill out this form to start the conversation! https://bit.ly/2QQAwcxSupport the show

We all know the coaching industry is unregulated, and unfortunately that means we’ve seen some pretty unscrupulous behaviour online. But thankfully not every coach is like that, and this week I’m joined by the amazing Carly Anna to talk about the change she wants to see in the industry - and how she’s contributing to it.After completing a Masters in Psychology in 2017, Carly decided becoming a Clinical Psychologist wasn’t for her after all and pivoted her career to become a coach. Since then she’s built two coaching brands, the first being The Midas Academy, where she helps coaches become truly exceptional at their craft. Her second brand The Fulfillionaire supports her clients to create exceptional wealth, impact AND fulfilment.Tune in to find out:How we connected on opposite sides of the world through the power of voice notes and DMsHow Human Design has impacted how Carly supports her clientsThe deconditioning Carly has done since becoming aware of her Human Design, and specifically her authorityHow, and why, Carly pivoted from her career in the psychology field to becoming a coachHow The Midas Academy came to life, and the amount of work that went into distilling Carly’s skills and experience into the programmeWhat happens when you choose to learn more, and the impact that then has on your clientsThe legacy Carly wants to leave behind for the coaching industryHow Carly explored the concept of fulfilment and how it led her to create The Fulfillionaire brand.CONNECT WITH CARLYBecome an exceptional coach: https://www.themidasacademy.com/tmc-applicationLearn the Impact Method: https://www.themidasacademy.com/org-impactInstagram - https://www.instagram.com/themidasacademy/ and https://www.instagram.com/thefulfillionaire/CARLY’S BOOK RECOMMENDATIONThe Crossroads of Should and Must: Find and Follow Your Passion by Elle LunaCONNECT WITH EMMA-LOUISEWebsite: http://www.emmalouiseparkes.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/emmalouparkesFacebook Group: The Ambitious Introvert® NetworkSign up to receive my monthly Introvert's Only digest, delivering all the best introvert-friendly resources straight to your inbox, minus the scroll herePREMIUM SUPPORT Interested in working with me 1:1 or joinSupport the showCONNECT WITH EMMA-LOUISEWebsite: http://www.emmalouiseparkes.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/emmalouparkesFacebook Group: The Ambitious Introvert® NetworkSign up to receive my monthly Introvert's Only digest, delivering all the best introvert-friendly resources straight to your inbox, minus the scroll herePREMIUM SUPPORT Interested in working with me 1:1 or joining The Quiet Power Mastermind? Fill out this form to start the conversation! https://bit.ly/2QQAwcxSupport the show

This week I’m joined by my friend Analena Fuchs who is sharing her expertise on the Gene Keys. Analena is a Human Design coach for conscious introvert leaders, and she helps her clients to create success in a sustainable way that allows them to fully enjoy their life and business.I’m fascinated by my Human Design, but to me the Gene Keys are the perfect modality for depth and understanding. Depth is one of my words of the year and I love that I could spend months reading about just one of my Gene Keys and still learn something new about myself!Tune in to find out:What the Gene Keys are and how they differ from Human DesignHow you can understand yourself through your Gene KeysHow and where to start learning about yourself through themWhy slowing down your pace can have an extraordinary impact on how you understand yourselfWhy I changed my core values based on my deepening understanding of my own Gene KeysAnalena’s input on my chart and how I can embrace it moreWhy our shadow isn’t a bad thing - it’s just one part of us and understanding that is the key to truly understanding ourselvesCONNECT WITH ANALENAWebsite: https://analenafuchs.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/analena.fuchs/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/analenafuchs/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/analenafuchs/ The Art of Slowing Down Podcast: https://analenafuchs.com/podcast ANALENA’S BOOK RECOMMENDATIONThe Art of Contemplation: A gentle path to wholeness and prosperity by Richard RuddHow to access your Gene Key reading for free: https://genekeys.com/ CONNECT WITH EMMA-LOUISEWebsite: http://www.emmalouiseparkes.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/emmalouparkesFacebook Group: The Ambitious Introvert® NetworkSign up to receive my monthly Introvert's Only digest, delivering all the best introvert-friendly resources straight to your inbox, minus the scroll herePREMIUM SUPPORT Interested in working with me 1:1 or joining The Quiet Power Mastermind? Fill out this form to start the conversation! https://bit.ly/2QQAwcxSupport the showCONNECT WITH EMMA-LOUISEWebsite: http://www.emmalouiseparkes.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/emmalouparkesFacebook Group: The Ambitious Introvert® NetworkSign up to receive my monthly Introvert's Only digest, delivering all the best introvert-friendly resources straight to your inbox, minus the scroll herePREMIUM SUPPORT Interested in working with me 1:1 or joining The Quiet Power Mastermind? Fill out this form to start the conversation! https://bit.ly/2QQAwcxSupport the show

This week on The Ambitious Introvert Podcast® I’m delighted to share my very first Client Spotlight episode with you. Lauren Lea is an OBM and fractional COO, and she has recently launched OBM Associates®, a new arm of her business.Lauren’s been a client since October 2022 and we’d been connected for around 6 months before then. Even though she’s actually an extrovert on the Myers Briggs scale I knew she’d be a perfect fit for my coaching style based on her values and energy.I hope you enjoy hearing what happens behind the scenes when I support a client with a big change in business. Even though there was a LOT of strategy work that went into Lauren’s launch there was also vital mindset and growth work. Lauren is super open about the challenges she worked through to ultimately create the success of OBM Associates®.Tune in to find out:Lauren’s human design type and how she embraces that in her workWhy we don’t necessarily need support from someone who has the same skills and personality type as us, but instead can embrace the oppositeLauren’s corporate career path and how she found her way to the online spaceWhat led Lauren to make a change in her business and how she decided to create OBM Associates®How we streamlined Lauren’s business idea during our half day kick-off in LisbonWhy Lauren’s definition of success isn’t defined by financesHer passion for travel and how she made her business work while she was in South AmericaThe impact Lauren’s environment has on her energy levelsLauren’s experience of working with me and how she feels about Slack supportCONNECT WITH LAURENwww.laurenleaobm.com Lauren’s Instagram: @laurenleaobmOBM Associates Instagram: @obmassociatesLAUREN’S BOOK RECOMMENDATIONSThe Power of Now by Eckhart TolleCONNECT WITH EMMA-LOUISEWebsite: http://www.emmalouiseparkes.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/emmalouparkesFacebook Group: The Ambitious Introvert® NetworkSign up to receive my monthly Introvert's Only digest, delivering all the best introvert-friendly resources straight to your inbox, minus the scroll herePREMIUM SUPPORT Interested in working with me 1:1 or joining The Quiet Power Mastermind? Fill out this form to start the conversation! https://bit.ly/2QQAwcxSupport the showCONNECT WITH EMMA-LOUISEWebsite: http://www.emmalouiseparkes.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/emmalouparkesFacebook Group: The Ambitious Introvert® NetworkSign up to receive my monthly Introvert's Only digest, delivering all the best introvert-friendly resources straight to your inbox, minus the scroll herePREMIUM SUPPORT Interested in working with me 1:1 or joining The Quiet Power Mastermind? Fill out this form to start the conversation! https://bit.ly/2QQAwcxSupport the show

I love my regular calls with my clients and there’s a real magic to the conversations we have, especially as I work with the vast majority of my clients on a long-term basis. But over the years I’ve found that not every client needs to have weekly calls, and there are plenty of other mediums that allow for them to work through their ideas and challenges.My guest and friend Kaitlyn Kessler, mindset and leadership coach, agrees with me - on this week’s episode we talk about our experiences of working with clients in truly bespoke ways. Kaitlyn helps her clients create and shift into an ease-filled business while figuring out what that means and looks like for them, and she’s all about making that experience as personalised and unique as possible.Tune in to find out:How an Etsy shop venture with her sister led Kaitlyn to design work before she pivoted to coachingThe ethics around coaching and the challenges around maintaining professional boundariesHow Kaitlyn feels about the communication element between coaching callsThe different mediums of communication we use with our clientsWhy we both encourage our clients to make their own decisions - even if that means not running everything by us!Why it’s ok to make a decision without a justificationCONNECT WITH KAITLYNwww.kaitlynkessler.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kaitlynskessler/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/kaitlynskesslerKAITLYN’S BOOK RECOMMENDATIONSEssentialism: The Disciplined Pursuit of Less by Greg McKeownCONNECT WITH EMMA-LOUISEWebsite: http://www.emmalouiseparkes.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/emmalouparkesFacebook Group: The Ambitious Introvert® NetworkSign up to receive my monthly Introvert's Only digest, delivering all the best introvert-friendly resources straight to your inbox, minus the scroll herePREMIUM SUPPORT Interested in working with me 1:1 or joining The Quiet Power Mastermind? Fill out this form to start the conversation! https://bit.ly/2QQAwcxSupport the showCONNECT WITH EMMA-LOUISEWebsite: http://www.emmalouiseparkes.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/emmalouparkesFacebook Group: The Ambitious Introvert® NetworkSign up to receive my monthly Introvert's Only digest, delivering all the best introvert-friendly resources straight to your inbox, minus the scroll herePREMIUM SUPPORT Interested in working with me 1:1 or joining The Quiet Power Mastermind? Fill out this form to start the conversation! https://bit.ly/2QQAwcxSupport the show

Setting goals is one of the first things we do when we start a business, and they’re truly invaluable in keeping you motivated and on track. But there’s a whole other side of setting goals that we don’t always take into account, and this is the exact thing I’m talking about this week on the podcast. Joining me in this discussion is a true expert in the field, high performance and mindset coach Byron Morrison.Over the last decade of working with CEOs and entrepreneurs, Byron has seen the inner workings of a huge number of businesses. He’s seen over and over again the biggest reason why most people don't achieve their goals, and why we sabotage ourselves before we even get started. Byron helps his clients get out of their own head and break through to the next level of success.Tune in to find out:The catalyst that led to Byron becoming a high performance coachWhat Byron sees going wrong in the goal setting process, and how to fix itWhat can trip high achievers and high performers up when it comes to changing habitsWhy you should audit your time regularly to work out what you should and shouldn’t be doingWhat bandwidth means in business and why it matters hugely, even if it’s not that tangibleThe difference between being busy and being productiveThe biggest barrier to success that Byron has seen in himself and in his work with clientsWhy 8 figure business owners struggle with the same things as new business owners do!CONNECT WITH BYRONwww.byronmorrison.com  LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/authorbyronmorrison/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/authorbyronmorrison Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/authorbyronmorrison Byron’s book Maybe You Should Give UpBYRON’S BOOK RECOMMENDATIONSYour Next 5 Moves by Patrick Bet-DavidTwelve and a Half: Leveraging the Emotional Ingredients Necessary for Business Success by Gary VaynerchukCONNECT WITH EMMA-LOUISEWebsite: http://www.emmalouiseparkes.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/emmalouparkesFacebook Group: The Ambitious Introvert® NetworkJoin the email list herePREMIUM SUPPORT Interested in working with me 1:1 or joining The Quiet Power Mastermind? Fill out this fCONNECT WITH EMMA-LOUISEWebsite: http://www.emmalouiseparkes.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/emmalouparkesFacebook Group: The Ambitious Introvert® NetworkSign up to receive my monthly Introvert's Only digest, delivering all the best introvert-friendly resources straight to your inbox, minus the scroll herePREMIUM SUPPORT Interested in working with me 1:1 or joining The Quiet Power Mastermind? Fill out this form to start the conversation! https://bit.ly/2QQAwcxSupport the show

I knew I wanted to record an episode about running an online business with children, and who better than Yael Bendahan to share her experience. I mean, she has 5 children after all!Yael is a business and marketing coach who uses her unique Leveraged Moms Matrix to support her clients to raise their businesses (and their babies) by scaling to 6-figures and beyond. She focuses on how her clients can be a CEO in their business AND their home, and what to focus on at different stages of their growth.If you’re a mum and run an online business I’m sure you’ll resonate with a lot of what Yael shares. And if you’re not a mum, I’m certain you’ll love her working ethos!Tune in to find out:Why Yael decided to venture into the online space, and how her first paid work made her feelHow Yael pivoted from the VA space to becoming a social media manager, then a funnel expert, to eventually moving into the coaching spaceWhy having her daughter (her 5th child) was the catalyst to focussing on where she needed to direct her focus in her businessWhy it’s so important that Yael makes every minute spent working in her business countWhich marketing strategies work (hint: they all do!) and what factors you should consider when deciding which one to implementWhich boundaries Yael has in place at home, and how she plans in business activities when her children are aroundHow Yael encourages her children to help at home by taking ownership of their chores (and why she had to let go of perfection to make this happen!)CONNECT WITH YAELwww.yaelbendahan.com Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/powerhousemomentrepreneurs/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theyaelbendahan/ YAEL’S BOOK RECOMMENDATIONSThe Big Leap by Gay HendricksSecrets of a Millionaire Mind by T. Harv EkerCONNECT WITH EMMA-LOUISEWebsite: http://www.emmalouiseparkes.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/emmalouparkesFacebook Group: CONNECT WITH EMMA-LOUISEWebsite: http://www.emmalouiseparkes.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/emmalouparkesFacebook Group: The Ambitious Introvert® NetworkSign up to receive my monthly Introvert's Only digest, delivering all the best introvert-friendly resources straight to your inbox, minus the scroll herePREMIUM SUPPORT Interested in working with me 1:1 or joining The Quiet Power Mastermind? Fill out this form to start the conversation! https://bit.ly/2QQAwcxSupport the show

To some degree every single entrepreneur out there has experienced what Kelly Ruta and I are talking about on today’s episode - and that’s self-sabotage. It’s something that comes up repeatedly with clients, no matter what stage of business they’re at, and it’s absolutely something that I’ve struggled with too.I’m delighted that Kelly has joined me for this conversation because she is, quite literally, an expert in this field. Kelly is a clinical psychotherapist, and after being in that space for over 20 years she realised she could have a bigger impact supporting clients in her coaching practice. Kelly’s Zone of Genius is quickly and safely identifying the mental, emotional and behavioural causes of self/business sabotage her clients experience, and helping them go on to create long lasting change for growth, success and well-being.Tune in to find out:How Kelly went from running a psychotherapy clinic to building a coaching practice onlineWhy Kelly is concerned by the number of coaches who aren’t following the ‘do no harm’ ethos Kelly’s traumatic background and how that impacted herHow our ego can get in the way of our plans and how we can manage that (instead of trying to squash it)What self-sabotage actually is, and why it happensWhy normalising self-sabotage is the first step in managing itThe difference between self-sabotage and being out of alignmentCONNECT WITH KELLYInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/kellysruta/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/KellyRutaMentor www.kellyruta.com www.invisiblesaboteur.com KELLY’S BOOK RECOMMENDATIONSThe Big Leap by Gay HendricksCONNECT WITH EMMA-LOUISEWebsite: http://www.emmalouiseparkes.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/emmalouparkesFacebook Group: The Ambitious Introvert® NetworkJoin the email list hereTHE QUIET POWER MASTERMINDIf you’re looking to scale your business or perhaps you’re close to being fully booked, The Quiet Power Mastermind could be for you. You can find the details here.PREMIUM SUPPORT Interested in working with me 1:1 or joining The Quiet Power Mastermind? Fill out this form to start the conversation! https://bit.ly/2QQAwcxCONNECT WITH EMMA-LOUISEWebsite: http://www.emmalouiseparkes.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/emmalouparkesFacebook Group: The Ambitious Introvert® NetworkSign up to receive my monthly Introvert's Only digest, delivering all the best introvert-friendly resources straight to your inbox, minus the scroll herePREMIUM SUPPORT Interested in working with me 1:1 or joining The Quiet Power Mastermind? Fill out this form to start the conversation! https://bit.ly/2QQAwcxSupport the show

This week on the podcast I’m joined by my friend Kira La Forgia, HR and People Operations Consultant for small businesses.Kira had a 9-5 as a COO at a local company for many years, but since the pandemic she’s built her own business supporting her clients to manage their teams and stay legally and HR compliant. Ultimately she bridges the gap between corporate HR policies and the modern needs of online entrepreneurs, and perhaps most importantly, she makes it fun!Make sure you tune in to Kira’s podcast On The Up and Up too where we continue our conversation with ME as the guest!Tune in to find out:The hilarious way Kira and I met (and why it proves challenges in business can work out for the best!)Why it’s important to know what your clients need support with, but to remember that some don’t know what they need to begin withWhy understanding HR compliance is vital if you’re running a teamThe different ways Kira’s clients choose to spend the extra time they have in their business from having true support from a teamWhy you shouldn’t EVER feel guilty about hiring help in your businessThe core differences between employees and contractors, and why it mattersCONNECT WITH KIRAInstagramLinkedInFreebie: https://the-paradigm.com/must-have-policies Template Shop: https://settoscale.com/ On The Up & Up PodcastKIRA’S BOOK RECOMMENDATIONSRadical Candor by Kim ScottCONNECT WITH EMMA-LOUISEWebsite: http://www.emmalouiseparkes.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/emmalouparkesFacebook Group: The Ambitious Introvert® NetworkJoin the email list hereTHE QUIET POWER MASTERMINDIf you’re looking to scale your business or perhaps you’re close to being fully booked, The Quiet Power Mastermind could be for you. You can find the details here.PREMIUM SUPPORT Interested in working with me 1:1 or joining The Quiet Power Mastermind? Fill out this form to start the conversation! https://bit.ly/2QQAwcxCONNECT WITH EMMA-LOUISEWebsite: http://www.emmalouiseparkes.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/emmalouparkesFacebook Group: The Ambitious Introvert® NetworkSign up to receive my monthly Introvert's Only digest, delivering all the best introvert-friendly resources straight to your inbox, minus the scroll herePREMIUM SUPPORT Interested in working with me 1:1 or joining The Quiet Power Mastermind? Fill out this form to start the conversation! https://bit.ly/2QQAwcxSupport the show

This week I’m joined on the podcast by Ambitious Introvert Parmees Yazdanyar. Parmees helps industry leaders better articulate their genius so they get noticed by the right people, and create movement based brands that they can monetise with integrity. Parmees is super open, transparent and beautifully articulate, and I hope you find this a very permission giving episode for finding your voice and marketing with integrity.I’m also delighted to share that Parmees is one of the support coaches in The Quiet Power Mastermind this year. She’ll be helping the group to articulate their message and support them in creating aligned but compelling copy. I’m thrilled to have Parmees on board and I know the Mastermindees will be too!Tune in to find out:The Quiet Power Mastermind and why it’s such a unique containerParmees’ journey from the academic track to becoming an ‘accidental entrepreneur’How Parmees feels about sales tactics like scarcity marketing and how her approach differsThe moment Parmees realised she didn’t need to run her business in an extrovert-friendly way, and what happened when she showed up in a way that felt good to her insteadWhy you don’t need to share every single thing about your life to connect with your ideal clientsWhy having a deep connection to your core values has a phenomenal impact on the success of your businessCONNECT WITH PARMEESInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/parmees__/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/parmees.fit https://apply.neurobrandingacademy.com/parmees PARMEES’ BOOK RECOMMENDATIONSIntuitive Marketing by Stephen GencoCONNECT WITH EMMA-LOUISEWebsite: http://www.emmalouiseparkes.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/emmalouparkesFacebook Group: The Ambitious Introvert® NetworkJoin the email list hereTHE QUIET POWER MASTERMINDIf you’re looking to scale your business or perhaps you’re close to being fully booked, The Quiet Power Mastermind was created for you. You can find the details here.PREMIUM SUPPORT Interested in working with me 1:1 or joining The Quiet Power Mastermind? Fill out this form to start the conversation! https://bit.ly/2QQAwcxCONNECT WITH EMMA-LOUISEWebsite: http://www.emmalouiseparkes.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/emmalouparkesFacebook Group: The Ambitious Introvert® NetworkSign up to receive my monthly Introvert's Only digest, delivering all the best introvert-friendly resources straight to your inbox, minus the scroll herePREMIUM SUPPORT Interested in working with me 1:1 or joining The Quiet Power Mastermind? Fill out this form to start the conversation! https://bit.ly/2QQAwcxSupport the show

I’m delighted to finally share an episode devoted solely to astrology, a modality that I’m very passionate about - and who better to talk with than the lovely Natalia Komis!Natalia is an intuitive business mentor who works with conscious entrepreneurs and visionary leaders to help them discover their mission, take aligned action and unlock their unique soul gifts. As well as being spiritual Natalia is also very business-oriented, and she excels at helping her clients to lead and do business in a new way that doesn't require hustle and burn out.Tune in to find out:How Natalia used her lifelong love of astrology to create a unique businessHow our natal birth chart can help us understand ourselves better and give ourselves permission to explore different parts of ourselvesWhy we don’t need to be completely tied to what our chart tells usHow what’s going on right now astrologically can affect you, not just your natal chartHow you can find your own astrological chartCONNECT WITH NATALIAInstagram - @nataliakomiswww.nataliakomis.comThe Energetic Business Planner - free downloadNATALIA’S BOOK RECOMMENDATIONSLightworkers Gotta Work by George LizosAstroChart - download the extended chart selection and your astro cartographyCONNECT WITH EMMA-LOUISEWebsite: http://www.emmalouiseparkes.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/emmalouparkesFacebook Group: The Ambitious Introvert® NetworkJoin the email list hereTHE QUIET POWER MASTERMINDIf you’re looking to scale your business or perhaps you’re close to being fully booked, The Quiet Power Mastermind could be for you. You can find the details here.PREMIUM SUPPORT Interested in working with me 1:1 or joining The Quiet Power Mastermind? Fill out this form to start the conversation! https://bit.ly/2QQAwcxCONNECT WITH EMMA-LOUISEWebsite: http://www.emmalouiseparkes.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/emmalouparkesFacebook Group: The Ambitious Introvert® NetworkSign up to receive my monthly Introvert's Only digest, delivering all the best introvert-friendly resources straight to your inbox, minus the scroll herePREMIUM SUPPORT Interested in working with me 1:1 or joining The Quiet Power Mastermind? Fill out this form to start the conversation! https://bit.ly/2QQAwcxSupport the show