Ep 308 Always Work in Progress
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I have said for years that we are all a work in progress, yet over the break I realised I had not stopped to ask how that really lands with you. In this episode I unpack a very real dilemma about the tension I feel holding credibility,and expertise whilst still learning. I share why I resist the label of expert, why authority feels different, and how that distinction has shifted my thinking in a profound way. This is not about pretending we know it all or polishing our certainty until it shines. It is about learning openly, staying relevant, and trusting that credibility grows through honesty...
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Ep 307 Intentions Built on WHY
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If goal setting leaves you cold, you are in the right place. In this episode I challenge the idea that louder, pushier goals create better outcomes. For we introverts flourishing begins with intention built on why, not on external measures or pressure. I talk about inner compass, motivating beliefs, and the importance of reviewing where you are in this chapter of life. When intentions align with who you really are and who you are becoming, clarity replaces overwhelm and confidence becomes quieter but stronger. This is an invitation to stop pushing and start allowing so your thoughts...
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Ep 306 The Plague of Short-Term-ism
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We introverts are wired for depth, yet the world keeps rewarding shallow immediacy. Short-Term-ism has slipped into our calendars, inboxes and expectations, leaving us braced, reactive and exhausted. I see it in my clients and I have felt it myself. When urgency takes over, perspective is lost and meaningful thinking is squeezed out. Through this episode, I am here to challenge the idea that long-term thinking is a luxury we cannot afford. To the contrary, it is essential. I invite you to lift your head, reconnect with what truly matters and let intention shape your decisions. Not frantic...
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Ep 305 Why Most Employees Quit
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Here we are at the start of a new year and in the lead up, so many of we introverts have felt end of termish, end of yearish and for some end of jobish. This episode explores why so many thoughtful employees reach the point where quitting feels like the only sane option. It is rarely about money and it is certainly not about a lack of resilience. It is about purpose, agency and leadership. It is about toxic pace, unclear expectations, noisy busyness and a systemic bias that rewards loudness over depth. I explore why environments that were never shaped for our strengths so often drain our...
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Ep 304 Solitude Is Sacred Fuel
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This episode lands on December twenty fifth for a reason. When the world is loud and crowded we introverts often feel surrounded by it as though it's out there rather than in here. We crave quiet yet feel guilty for needing it. I want to be clear that our need for solitude is not a flaw or indulgence. It is a physiological and neurological requirement. When we ignore it we do not just feel tired we lose ourselves. This episode is your permission slip to step back without apology. Solitude is not optional maintenance. It is sacred fuel that allows us to live and lead as who we truly are....
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Ep 303 Say No Without Guilt
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Saying no can feel risky, heavy and selfish, especially for we introverts who were taught to be agreeable and accommodating. In this episode, I gently challenge that conditioning and name the hidden cost of all those quiet yesses. Every time we override our inner no, we erode our confidence, energy and authenticity. No is not rude and it is not unkind. It is a clear and honest response that protects your capacity to flourish. This is about courage, kindness and learning to lead yourself with integrity. ** Key Points ** Guilt is conditioned No protects wellbeing Honesty...
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Ep 302 The Cult of Busyness is OVER
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In this episode I finally say what many of we introverts have known for quite some time. The cult of busyness is over. At least it is for me and I suspect many of you are more than ready to join me. We introverts have been bullied by hustle culture into believing that our pace, our boundaries and our need for clarity make us weak or uncommitted. Utter nonsense. I explore how this 'always on' culture damages our thinking, erodes confidence and traps us in a cycle of panic and overwork. More importantly, I offer the practical shifts that allow us to reclaim our cognitive space and step back...
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Ep 301 Network by Design not by Chance
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Networking only becomes painful when we follow a model that was never designed for we introverts. In this episode I show how we introverts can design a networking practice that honours our nervous systems and builds real trust over time. I share three practical strategies used by fellow introverts: a simple settling ritual to invite presence, a brief meaningful follow up to seed relationships, and a monthly maintenance habit to keep connections warm. This, fellow introverts, is about small consistent actions, not bravado or showy bursts. Bring your listening, your curiosity and your steady...
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Ep 300 Surviving Social Expectations
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The seasonal social marathon is upon us, and for many of we introverts the dread starts long before the invitations arrive. Our brains are already predicting chaos based on past experiences, tightening our chests before we have even left the house. In this episode I explain why this reactivity kicks in so early and how we can update our internal data set so we are not hijacked by old stories. I share practical strategies to help you attend on your own terms, stay regulated and build new, positive experiences rather than catastrophised ones. This is not about avoidance but...
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Ep 299 Your Introverted Leader Difference
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Last week we explored leading differently as an introvert, with kindness, and this week I’m taking that a step further. This episode is all about uncovering your own brand of leadership and understanding how your unique style is part of your personal brand. We introverts are not short on leadership potential, we just lead differently. It starts with leading ourselves first, then others through clarity, calm and consistency. I share 15 powerful ways to define and refine your introverted leadership difference, from deep listening to energy management, empathy to reflective communication....
info_outlineIn this episode, I am calling time on the nonsense that needing a break means you’re lazy, weak, or somehow letting the side down. Honestly, if I had a pound for every introvert who has felt guilty for needing to recharge, I’d be recording this from my Tuscan villa.
So let’s straighten this out. I’m unpacking the difference between rest, recharge, and replenishment; because yes, they are different. And I am inviting you to embrace a mindset that swaps shame for strategy. My aim is that you walk away with a new mantra, practical tips, and hopefully, a deep sigh of relief that yes, you are allowed to pause; and no, you don’t need permission.
** Key Points **
- Resting doesn't always mean recharging.
- Guilt out, gratitude in
- Energy need are not optional
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