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The Ambitious Introvert® is the leading growth and development podcast for the estimated 56% of us who recharge by going inwards. Our purpose is to help you manage your social battery and Own Your Energy®, so you can reach your true potential in your business, career and life.
Each week my guests and I will be sharing tips, tricks and hacks on how to build your resilience, master your mindset and cultivate self-leadership - skills that’ll help you reach your goals without trying to be someone you’re not
We’ll also be sharing valuable lessons and insights from our own personal experience, all focussed on one thing - helping you Own YOUR Energy to reach your potential
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Have you ever thought bravery was something some people were just born with? That it only shows up during a crisis - or that it's not really relevant to your everyday life or work? My guest on this episode of The Ambitious Introvert® is here to challenge all of that! Jim Moorhead is a keynote speaker, bestselling author, and trusted advisor to Fortune 500 companies. Drawing from his background as an Assistant U.S. Attorney, investment banker at Goldman Sachs, and law firm partner, he’s develo...
Burnout is shifting - it’s not just exhaustion anymore, but overworking to the point of depletion. In this episode, I talk to Maegan Megginson, a Business Mentor, Licensed Therapist, and host of Deeply Rested, to unpack what burnout really looks like today and why high achievers (especially introverts and highly sensitive people) may be more susceptible to it. We explore the trauma response connection to burnout, why capitalism and patriarchal narratives fuel overwork, and how aligning your w...
What if having the right team was the secret to launching big ideas - without burning out? In this episode, I chat with Jen Kem, a Forbes-recognized brand strategist who’s worked with powerhouse brands like Oprah Winfrey Network, Oracle, and Blue Cross Blue Shield. She’s also an introverted, 8-figure entrepreneur of 2 decades who knows a thing or two about leading with energy and intention. Jen shares insights from her new book, Unicorn Team: The Nine Leadership Types You Need to Launch Your ...
In this episode of The Ambitious Introvert® Podcast, I’m joined by Chris Dyer, a globally recognized expert on company culture and remote work. As a former CEO leading thousands of employees, Chris has built award-winning workplaces, earning recognition as a 5-time Inc. 500 Fastest Growing Company and a Best Place to Work for over 14 years. Chris shares his insights on leadership, workplace culture, and the surprising ways he found introverts thrive in customer service roles. This key data le...
In this episode, I sit down with Nicky Lowe, CEO of Luminate Group and Founder of Wisdom For Working Mums. Nicky is an award-winning executive coach and leadership consultant who has spent the past 18 years helping leaders in some of the world’s top organisations thrive, both personally and professionally. But Nicky’s journey isn’t just about leadership in the boardroom - it’s also deeply personal. After experiencing burnout following the birth of her first child, she reimagined her approach ...
Ever notice how you're your own worst critic? Do you talk to yourself in ways you’d NEVER speak to another human? This episode is all about self-compassion - what it really means, the latest research behind it, and how it can transform both your mental and physical health. After reflecting on my own experiences so far this year - as well as what I’ve seen with friends and clients - I realised that self-compassion (or more often, the lack of it) plays a huge role in so many areas of&n...
In this episode of The Ambitious Introvert® Podcast, I reconnect with my amazing former client Nicole Kepic, almost three years after we worked together. Nicole is a talented copywriter with over 20 years of experience writing for major brands like Kellogg's, Walmart, and Keurig. Today, she helps female coaches and creatives attract their ideal clients and sell out their offers with fun, feel-good sales copy. But that’s not all - Nicole is also the author of the newly released book Don...
Ever wondered what it really takes to thrive in your “Zone of Genius”? In this episode, I sit down with the incredible Gay Hendricks, a true legend in personal growth and relationship transformation. You might know him from his bestselling book The Big Leap, which has gathered a cult following in the entrepreneurial community. Gay shares the key concepts that have shaped his life and work, including how to uncover your unique genius, tackle the sneaky Upper Limit Problem that holds so many ...
As an ambitious introvert, your energy is your most precious resource - and how you use it can make or break your success. In this solo episode, I’m sharing a powerful end-of-year practice that will set you up for an energised 2025. Whether you’re setting goals, choosing a word of the year, or just ready for a fresh start, this simple exercise will help you reflect on where your energy went in 2024 (and how to channel it more intentionally next year) . The best thing? You can do it in ...
Ever feel like you're only seeing the highlight reel of other people's success? This episode of The Ambitious Introvert® pulls back the curtain as I chat with Amanda Riffee, an internationally recognised coach for women, event speaker, and host of the Unleashing You Podcast. Amanda shares her journey of transitioning from 17 years in corporate—marked by burnout and personal tragedies - to creating a business and life she loves, free of burnout and full of intention. In this epis...
1Are you taking aligned, meaningful action toward your goals, or are you stuck in passive ‘dreaming’? In this solo episode of The Ambitious Introvert® Podcast I explore the difference between active and passive approaches to achieving what you want in life. I’ll share real-world examples of how passive actions can keep you stuck - and how active steps move you closer to success. I’ll also share why introverts often shy away from action, and how to reframe it in a way that feels good.&n...
Ever been told ‘just speak up more’ but weren’t sure how? Or sat in a meeting feeling like you’re happy just observing and don’t want to ‘add to the noise’? If so, this episode is for you! I interviewed global communication expert and bestselling author Jessica Chen about how introverted professionals can confidently stand out in the workplace. From her new book, Smart, Not Loud: How to Get Noticed at Work for All the Right Reasons, Jessica shares her proven strategies for advocating for your...
In this week’s episode of The Ambitious Introvert® Podcast, I’m diving into a topic that sparked a surprising amount of interest—my decision to go sugar-free for September! A brief mention in my newsletter about losing 2 kilos while doing it led to an influx of questions: Why did I do it? How did I stay on track? And was it difficult? But this episode isn’t about sugar itself—it’s about the mindset and strategy behind successfully making any significant change in your life, especially t...
If you’re an introvert who feels hesitant about showing up on camera, this week’s episode of The Ambitious Introvert® Podcast is for you. I’m joined by Shirlee Engel, a former TV correspondent turned entrepreneur and coach, who now helps business owners and professionals develop a magnetic on-camera presence. Shirlee shares how introverts can develop the confidence needed to shine on camera—whether you’re using video for your business, career, or personal brand. She breaks down how the skills...
Are you feeling drained, unfocused, or constantly reaching for your phone? In today’s episode of The Ambitious Introvert® Podcast, I’m looking into how our love of a quick dopamine hit could be impacting our mental health and energy levels. As introverts, we need deeper, more meaningful experiences, yet the lure of instant gratification can pull us into unhealthy habits (hello doom scrolling and late night screen time). I’m sharing how to reclaim your focus, balance your energy, and br...
Just how much does your culture impact your perception of others? And can being aware of this really make a positive difference to everyone concerned? Loren Rosario-Maldonardo absolutely believes that cultural intelligence can be the missing piece of the success puzzle, and she’s sharing her expertise on this week’s episode of The Ambitious Introvert® Podcast. Loren is the author of Becoming the Change: The Power of Cultural Intelligence, and hosts The C.H.O.I.C.E. Chats Podcast. With a backg...
Goal setting for next year may not feel like a priority as we’re just saying goodbye to summer - but what if reverse engineering how you want to START 2025 was the quickest, easiest way to make massive leaps towards success? In this week’s episode of The Ambitious Introvert® Podcast I’m sharing a super quick and very powerful exercise I recently had a private client carry out. This will give you SO much clarity on your priorities for the rest of the year, and the best part is you need just ...
Terms like ‘nourishment’ and ‘balance’ may seem to go against being highly ambitious - but I’m breaking that myth on this week’s episode of The Ambitious Introvert® Podcast with my guest, Amira Alvarez. Amira is the Founder and CEO of The Unstoppable Woman® and host of The Unstoppable Woman Podcast. She’s an entrepreneur, private mentor, and trusted advisor for the ambitious woman. She inspires already accomplished women to achieve further financial wealth and success while leading fulfilling...
For this solo episode of The Ambitious Introvert® Podcast I gave my audience the floor - inviting them to ask me anything they’d love answering for this special AMA August. Some wanted advice around their own development, some asked how I approach my own energy, and some wanted some good old recommendations - tune in to hear what I shared and for an insight into how other ambitious introverts are thinking about their success! CONNECT WITH EMMA-LOUISE: Website: https://theambitiousint...
Are you fueling yourself up for success? So often we think of nutrition in relation to weight loss, but what if we focused on our diet for optimal brain function, clarity and productivity instead? On the podcast this week I chat to Sarah Elisabeth Wilkinson, a certified Health and Nutrition coach and consultant who has been running her successful online practice for 5 years. She supports female leaders in achieving optimal health and performance by understanding their hormone health, cr...
When we’re busy, ambitious introverts and life is ‘lifing’, one of the first things to fall off our schedule is often time alone. And of course as busy, ambitious introverts, that solitude is the exact thing we need to work to our potential #catch22 In this episode I’m sharing some quick, actionable tips on how to habit stack your way to solitude on a regular basis (without a silent retreat or monastery stay in sight!) Charging your battery is literally your competitive edge as an introvert -...
Never has ‘as within, so without’ been as relevant as when we apply it to our success and happiness - two things that this week’s guest on The Ambitious Introvert® Podcast, Andrew Rowe, helps his clients with on the daily. Andrew believes that if your life isn’t as you want it, the first place you need to make changes is actually inside - particularly with your perception of yourself. This ‘self concept’ is something we discuss at length in this episode, as well as: Andrew’s spiritual awa...
Many coaches focus on solving problems, but my clients aren’t struggling - they’re striving for more. They seek growth in areas of life such as career, business, spirituality, and finances - not because they have to, but because they want to. In this solo episode, I share about rethinking my 1:1 coaching model, and reflect on the clients I love working with and the transformations they experience through working together. I’m talking about: What makes a coaching relationship truly fulfilling ...
Are you someone who LOVES taking a quiz or test to learn more about yourself? Or do you think it’s too prescriptive to be put in a box and told ‘how’ you should be? Either way it’s safe to say that personality tests aren’t going away anytime soon. And in this episode of The Ambitious Introvert® I’ll be sharing my own thoughts and experiences in using some of the most popular personality assessment tools out there Whether it’s the MBTI, Clifton Strengths® or something more spiritual like Human...
Being ambitious means doing things. And doing things means being busy - right?! I’ve had SO many conversations with clients over the years about their relationship to busyness, and how it shows up (good and bad) in their career, business or everyday life. The question is - are we in a healthy relationship with our to do lists? On this episode of The Ambitious Introvert® Podcast I’m sharing some powerful coaching exercises you can do to gain a clearer understanding of how you think and fee...
Us ambitious people LOVE the thrill of working towards something big. Having purpose in our actions. And of course looking forward to that much-desired result at the end. But what happens when all that hard work pays off and instead of fireworks it feels more, well… underwhelming? (As a coach, I can tell you I see this happen ALL THE TIME!) On this episode of The Ambitious Introvert® Podcast I’m sharing the reasons you may feel meh about your success, or struggle to feel proud of what you...
Some might think ‘introverted leader’ is a bit of an oxymoron… However those of us who deeply understand introverts aren’t surprised at all that they excel in this type of role! After doubting his abilities for many years, an unexpected public speaking event set Terrance Lee on a path he could never have imagined. Today he’s an authority on introverted leadership, the author of two books on the subject with management and leadership experience in multiple Fortune 500 companies. I was lucky ...
Ever felt like doing something ‘crazy’? Something that ‘doesn’t make sense’ or is ‘bad on paper’? Often when we feel like that the energy that’s driving the decision can be just too hard to ignore, and impossible to logic our way out of. And as introverts, learning to trust ourselves when making big changes is vital. This week on The Ambitious Introvert® Podcast I’m sharing some different ways our energy guides us in life, and also how we can avoid getting ‘led astray’ by shoulds and othe...
Having high standards is one thing, but if you’re aiming to make everything in your life and work ‘perfect' you're fighting an impossible battle. This week on The Ambitious Introvert® Podcast I interviewed Leadership Coach, Women's Health Advocate and mom of four Chana Ross. She’s sharing her lifelong journey of perfectionism and the practices she’s implemented to overcome it. We chat about: How Chana developed perfectionism tendencies as a child, and the ways we’re conditioned by soc...
If you’re not thinking of yourself as a brand, you may be doing yourself a huge disservice - whether you’re an entrepreneur or an employee. Personal branding goes WAY deeper than colours, fonts and fancy photographs - and this week’s guest Marielle Legair is an absolute expert in the field. Marielle is a Speaker, LinkedIn Top Voice 2023 and LinkedIn Learning Instructor. Her background as a publicity and executive visibility professional combined with her experience as an entrepreneur, ...
Habits are the foundation of success - unless the ones that are deeply ingrained are actually exhausting you. People pleasing became such an automatic response for this week’s podcast guest, Dr Clare Emma Wild, that it became hard for her brain to even recognize she was doing it! Clare is an academically certified and internationally accredited coach who’s passionate about helping Quiet Leaders to overcome imposter syndrome and people-pleasing. She also happens to be a long term client of...
How often do you TRULY take time alone? While the idea is blissful to most of us introverts it can also be tough to turn inwards and be honest about what you want from life - as today’s podcast guest Melissa Unsell-Smith discovered. Melissa is a serial entrepreneur, 2 x tech founder and most recently the brain behind Catalytic Icon, a community that helps women create ‘authentic connections and dreamy lifestyles’. It was one of Melissa’s ‘solitude retreats’ that enabled her to reconnect wit...
If you’ve ever felt that traditional productivity rhetoric actually made you less efficient (and way more drained) you’re not alone! When Quiet and Strong founder David Hall dived into the topic he found that it definitely wasn’t catering to introverts. He’s since written a book on the subject and launched a podcast to support introverts in working in a way that works FOR them, not against. Tune in to hear us discuss: How David discovered his introversion over timeWhat he believes are the...
It’s been far too long since I’ve shared what’s been going on for me personally, and behind the scenes at The Ambitious Introvert® - and the download stats tell me you LOVE these types of episodes! So here’s all the news… Listen in to hear about: What’s happened since I closed all my business programs down last yearMy anti-industry stance on private coachingWhy my November was very un-introvert friendly (and why I was totally ok with that)The health challenges that I’ve had since DecemberWhy ...
Are you clear on your priorities? And, if so, are you protecting your time and energy to really focus on them? Whether you’re a busy exec or an empire-building entrepreneur, it can be all too easy to lose sight of what’s important during the day-to-day busyness of life. This week on the podcast I’m joined by Jordan Gill, founder of Systems Saved Me®, who has become an expert in creating a life and business to suit her limited energy. As a chronic illness sufferer, a projector and a so...
When you have big goals and dreams and feel like they’re a long way out of reach, it’s hard NOT to get discouraged. The flip side of being ambitious is that we also feel frustrated when we feel like we’re failing (though as I remind my clients we never really are failing - we’re simply getting closer to the dream incrementally!) In this episode I’m sharing what I do when those thoughts creep in - and providing you with some actionable tips to flip ‘I’m failing!’ into ‘I’m a step closer eve...
My inner child is delighted with the topic of The Ambitious Introvert® Podcast this week, where I’m joined by Amale Ghalbouni talking all things Serious Play® - and specifically, Lego! Amale is a former strategy and innovation consultant turned executive coach, and founder of The Brick Coach. She’s passionate about experiential play based coaching and facilitation, helping teams work better together by building trust, psychological safety, and alignment on a common vision. Who knew the humb...
With SO many options available to help you reach your potential, it can be overwhelming to know the type of support is best for YOU. Hiring professionals is a big time, energy and financial investment, so it’s important to make the right choice. As an introvert you want to make sure your energy is being spent for the most ROI. That’s why I’m diving into exactly what you can expect from four of the most common methods of 1:1 support - therapy, coaching, mentorship and consulting. Tune in t...
Caring about others is a good thing - until it isn’t. But did you know that over-caring, and using too many of our personal resources worrying about others, can have a detrimental effect on our physical and mental health, and our own performance? On the podcast this week I’m talking to Executive Coach and Leadership Trainer Teresa Vozza about the fine line between empathy and compassion fatigue. As a fellow sensitive introvert Teresa is familiar with this herself, and she shares her own sto...
Discovering and understanding your strengths is a pivotal step toward unlocking your full potential. In a world that often emphasises overcoming weaknesses, recognising and harnessing your innate talents helps you to truly ‘Own Your Energy’ as an introvert when it comes to creating your version of success. And in a competitive landscape, where leveraging your strengths is the key differentiator, it can have a massive impact on your career, business and life. My talented friend Marjan Mahout...
Here at The Ambitious Introvert® I’m often talking about our energy in terms of leaky boundaries, mindset gremlins and not enough ‘me’ time to recharge. But our physiology also plays a huge part in how much charge is in our social battery, and this week I’m talking to an absolute expert in the field of biohacking and health optimisation, Kristin Weitzel. Kristin is a health and high performance coach, and certified fitness trainer, who supports her clients through the latest biohacking resear...
Ready to set goals and feel confident you can achieve them in the next 12 months? This episode is for you! Forget vision boards, manifestation lists or ‘keeping everything crossed’ - while they absolutely have their place, in this episode we’re breaking goal setting down to its basics, and looking at the 3 components that are vital if you’re aiming for success this year. I’ll be sharing what they are, why they matter - so tune in to get the full lowdown and make sure your goals are set to...
What’s more fitting for an episode airing on Christmas Day than the topic of rest and relaxation - something we should be prioritising all year round, but what the holidays gives us even more opportunity to lean into! Clients will often tell me they’ve taken plenty of time ‘off’ yet still feel tired - and a lack of these two states is often the culprit. Tune in to hear the difference between them, why they’re both essential for our long term success, and how you can cultivate time for the...
As a coach, podcaster and former air traffic controller, communicating effectively has been vital for me throughout my whole career. But communicating goes so much deeper than simply annunciating words clearly, and this week’s guest on The Ambitious Introvert® Podcast is explaining why compassion is often the missing piece. Kate Brown is a coach and the founder of Calm at Work, and she believes that human connection is the key to overcoming issues in not just the workplace, but also in life...
Covid shook up a lot of things, and the workplace was one of them. With proof of concept that remote and hybrid working don’t reduce productivity (in fact, quite the opposite), companies are now embracing flexible options - which is great news for those ambitious introverts with a severe case of wanderlust! This week on the podcast I’m joined by long-time digital nomad Lucy Bedewi, a messaging strategy and copywriter who runs her business My Write Hand Woman while travelling full time. Tune...
With the new year approaching there’s so much talk of goals, resolutions and words of the year. If reaching your potential and creating life on your terms is important to you, you’re probably somewhere on your personal development journey already. And while growth, learning and new possibilities are all oh-so-exciting, there are some aspects of ‘doing the work’ that are a little less appealing… In this episode I’m breaking down some of the truths that aren’t always talked about front and ...
When you can’t find the perfect product for your needs, what do you do? This week’s podcast guest Carina Lawson, took matters into her own hands and designed it herself. The result? The globally recognised, award winning Ponderlily® Planner. And the best part? Carina built her business as a busy, introverted mum of young twins while working a 9-5 - proof that her intentional time management process works! In this episode Carina and I discuss: Why being intentional is key when making time fo...
Taking big action can feel terrifying, and going against the status quo can bring up some very human fears such as being rejected by the tribe. But as we all know, it’s those leap of faith moments of bravery that lead us to the amazing life experiences on the other side. On The Ambitious Introvert® Podcast this week I’m chatting with Ewelina Olechowska, founder of Studio Domka, about the big moves she’s made to create her current life - and it all began with questioning what she wanted and ...
The term intuition can conjure up images of crystal balls and palm readers, but what if I told you it’s something we can all tap into? Whether it’s that niggly feeling in your gut or the desire to take a seemingly random path that makes no logical sense, these subtle signs are often coming from our own internal guidance system. Learning what’s ours (and not others opinions and energy we’ve absorbed) is key to being able to trust it and work with it for massive success. In this episode I’m...
How many times have you held yourself back from: Applying for a promotionAsking for a payrisePitching yourself to a podcastOr even inviting someone out on a date… …in case you get told ‘no’? No one loves feeling rejected, but in order to reach our potential we need to take aligned action that leads us closer to our goals - and in this episode we’re discussing how to build the resilience to do just that. Alice Draper is a Podcast & PR expert who approached getting ‘no thanks’ as if it w...
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