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  • IBG 30 - Angela Wills - Building a Laptop Lifestyle as an Introvert

    Shownotes and links for this episode can be found at http://sarahsantacroce.com/episode30

    The introverted entrepreneur is a good fit for online business ownership because we don't mind being by ourselves, connecting with a community virtually through email and Facebook groups. But the autonomy afforded by a work-at-home business is another big advantage of the laptop lifestyle, and today's guest wants to teach you the marketing methods she uses to generate income so that you, too, can enjoy the creativity that comes with total business and lifestyle freedom!

    Angela Wills was working an afternoon shift in a factory, making $3,000 a month when she discovered virtual assistant work. She offered her services on a networking forum, and within 24 hours she had 11 clients on the roster. After nine months, she was able to quit her job and work from home, building websites, creating sales pages and opt-in forms, and writing email newsletters. Ten years later, her business has evolved to focus on group coaching and information products. She offers guidance to novice entrepreneurs through her blog, The Laptop Lifestyle.

    Today, Angela shares her top three revenue streams, how her strength in building strong one-on-one relationships propels her business and the importance of mindset in overcoming limiting beliefs. Listen and learn how you can join Angela in enjoying the total freedom of the laptop lifestyle!

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    In this episode you'll learn…
    • How Angela connects with her community.
    • What motivated her to start her work-at-home business.
    • How she leverages a membership site and coaching program to generate revenue.
    • The use of affiliate marketing as an additional revenue stream.
    • The importance of authenticity in affiliate marketing.
    • How building strong one-on-one relationships has helped her as an entrepreneur.
    • The introverted tendency to avoid asking for help.
    • Her struggle to develop new relationships and take her business to the next level.
    • The importance of mindset in getting past limiting beliefs.
    • How her strength in taking action contributes to Angela's success.
    • The online tool she uses to eliminate distractions.
    • The resource she recommends for learning to manage your business income.
    Other links and resources mentioned in this episode:

    Laptop Lifestyle Blogger

    30-Day Distraction Challenge

    Laptop Lifestyle Blogger on Facebook

    Angela on LinkedIn

    Angela on Twitter

    Zoom

    StayFocusd

    Hootsuite

    Profit First: Transform Your Business from a Cash-Eating Monster to a Money-Making Machine by Mike Michalowicz

    Sarah's May 2018 Retreat in Sicily

    Email guest suggestions to [email protected]

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    Sarah

    37 min
  • IBG 29 - Sarah Santacroce – Finding Your People as an Introvert
    Loneliness is a prominent topic as of late, and it got me thinking about the argument that extroverts tend to be happier than introverts. How important is it for us as introverts to push ourselves to get out in the world and take a class, for example? Yes, we are happy to spend time on our own… But when is it time to go out and find our people? [spp-player url="http://traffic.libsyn.com/introvertbizgrowth/Introvert_Biz_Growth_Podcast-029.mp3"] I’m trying something new on the podcast today with an unscripted episode. Join me as I share my thoughts about the extrovert advantage when it comes to happiness and how we introverts can avoid getting too isolated. I will also share the details of another opportunity to find your people – at my retreat for introverted entrepreneurs in Sicily next year. Listen and learn how I am self-sponsoring the podcast to avoid promoting underwear! In this episode you’ll learn…
    • Why extroverts tend to be happier than introverts.
    • Why life seems easier for extroverts.
    • How introverts choose friends.
    • The introvert’s tendency to question and compare.
    • How to avoid loneliness.
    • The significance of ‘finding your people.’
    • Why it’s important to invest time in building long-term relationships.
    Other links and resources mentioned in this episode: Cat Rose Loneliness Podcast Sarah’s May 2018 Retreat in Sicily Thanks for listening ! Thanks so much for listening to this episode. If you enjoyed it, I would be super grateful if you'd share it using the social media buttons you see at the bottom of the post. And if you don’t have it yet, get your free 4-step Guide on How to Say no to Grow. You'll be added to my list as well so I can share the latest episodes and other introvert related resources with you. Also, please leave a review on iTunes. I'm told that they really matter so if you'd take a minute I'd appreciate it. And finally, don’t forget to subscribe to the show on iTunes or on Android to get notified for all my future shows. Warmly Sarah
    15 min
  • IBG 28 - Joanna Penn - From Corporate Job to Best Selling Author
    When Joanna Penn was laid off from her job as a business consultant during the height of the financial crisis, she made the decision to never again let one company control all her income. Though she was able to secure another job in the same field relatively quickly, Joanna initiated a side hustle and self-published her first book, Career Change. [spp-player url="http://traffic.libsyn.com/introvertbizgrowth/Introvert_Biz_Growth_Podcast-028.mp3"] By 2011, Joanna was able to get rid of the golden handcuffs for good and pursue writing full-time. Today, she is a New York Times and USA Today bestselling author, writing thrillers under the name J.F. Penn. She also writes inspirational non-fiction for authors, and her website, TheCreativePenn.com, is regularly voted one of the top 10 sites for writers and self-publishers. Joanna is a professional speaker as well, and she was voted as one of The Guardian Top 100 Creative Professionals of 2013. To date, Joanna has written 21 books and sold over 500,000 copies in 84 countries and five languages. She runs a small publishing company, Curl Up Press, with her husband in Bath, England. Today she shares the advantages of creating intellectual property assets to generate income long-term, the necessity of outsourcing to scale your business, and her introverted approach to book launch and promotion. Listen and learn how to generate multiple revenue streams and leave a legacy of your own! In this episode you’ll learn…
    • How Joanna generates income via five diverse income streams.
    • Why she focuses on intellectual property assets to make money long-term.
    • How to outsource in order to grow.
    • How an introvert’s ability to enjoy hours and hours in her own head lends itself to writing.
    • Her introverted approach to book launch and promotion.
    • How to think of ‘extrovert’ as a verb.
    • Her hesitance to engage in phone conversations.
    • When she made the choice to never again let one company control all her income.
    • The necessity of self-care.
    • How she manages her daily schedule.
    • Her recommendations for writing software.
    Other links and resources mentioned in this episode: thecreativepenn.com Twitter Facebook Podcast Career Change by Joanna Penn Teachable Thinkific Google Calendar Scrivener Vellum The Success Principles – 10th Anniversary Edition: How to Get from Where You Are to Where You Want to Be by Jack Canfield and Janet Switzer The Successful Author Mindset by Joanna Penn Joanna’s Books Thanks for listening ! Thanks so much for listening to this episode. If you enjoyed it, I would be super grateful if you'd share it using the social media buttons you see at the bottom of the post. And if you don’t have it yet, get your free 4-step Guide on How to Say no to Grow. You'll be added to my list as well so I can share the latest episodes and other introvert related resources with you. Also, please leave a review on iTunes. I'm told that they really matter so if you'd take a minute I'd appreciate it. And finally, don’t forget to subscribe to the show on iTunes or on Android to get notified for all my future shows. Warmly Sarah
    39 min
  • IBG 27 - Brenda Knowles - Leveraging Focus to Do Deep Work as an Introvert
    As introverts, we often have a difficult time saying ‘no’ because of our deep sense of empathy for other people. Yet when you spread yourself too thin, you simply cannot do your best work – and you end up feeling overwhelmed and anxious. Today’s guest has developed a method of choosing the projects that are most important so she can dive deep into those ‘higher loves.’ [spp-player url="http://traffic.libsyn.com/introvertbizgrowth/Introvert_Biz_Growth_Podcast-027.mp3"] Brenda Knowles is a personal and relationship coach for sensitive introverts and their partners. She seeks to support introverts in leading empowered, fulfilling lives in alignment with their personalities, and she is dedicated to helping her clients build secure relationships. She is a trained Myers Briggs Practitioner with a background in attachment theory and family mediation. Brenda discovered her introversion in her mid-30’s when her three school-age children required her involvement in several activities, and she realized just how drained she felt by constant immersion in social situations. She read The Introvert Advantage, and began a personal journey for self-improvement which developed into the blog, Space2Live. As Brenda continued to learn how to do relationships well as an introvert, the path opened up to a career coaching individuals and couples. She will soon be a published author, sharing anecdotes, advice and actions steps for balancing the independent, introspective life of an introvert with the interdependent life of loving relationships under the working title The Quiet Rise of Introverts: 8 Practices for Living and Loving in a Noisy World. Today Brenda offers guidance in making purposeful choices. Listen and learn how to leverage available tools that will eliminate disruptions so that you can pursue ‘wildly important goals.’ In this episode you’ll learn…
    • How Brenda’s personal journey for self-improvement grew into a coaching business.
    • The challenge of social media marketing as an introvert.
    • How to leverage scheduling tools to maintain a social media presence without feeling ‘interrupted.’
    • Her strategy to choose quality over quantity when it comes to business marketing.
    • The benefits of an ability to focus and do deep work.
    • The pros and cons of rich curiosity.
    • How to choose projects based on your ‘higher loves.’
    • The feasibility of achieving work-life balance.
    • How to ‘eat a live frog first thing in the morning.’
    • The importance of getting enough sleep.
    • How to employ Pinterest as an organizing tool.
    • Why writing is for everyone.
    Brenda’s favorite quote “Pay attention. Reflect. Evolve.” Other links and resources mentioned in this episode: brendaknowles.com Space2Live on Facebook Space@Live on Twitter The Introvert Advantage: How Quiet People Can Thrive in an Extrovert World by Marti Olsen Laney Deep Work: Rules for Focused Success in a Distracted World by Cal Newport Brenda’s Balance Blog Post Hootsuite Pinterest If You Want to Write: A Book About Art, Independence and Spirit by Brenda Ueland Me: A Memoir  by Brenda Ueland Thanks for listening ! Thanks so much for listening to this episode. If you enjoyed it, I would be super grateful if you'd share it using the social media buttons you see at the bottom of the post. And if you don’t have it yet, get your free 4-step Guide on How to Say no to Grow. You'll be added to my list as well so I can share the latest episodes and other introvert related resources with you. Also, please leave a review on iTunes. I'm told that they really matter so if you'd take a minute I'd appreciate it. And finally, don’t forget to subscribe to the show on iTunes or on Android to get notified for all my future shows. Warmly Sarah
    37 min
  • IBG 26 - Shayna Oliveira - From Struggling Classroom Teacher to Successful Online Business Owner
    [spp-player url="http://traffic.libsyn.com/introvertbizgrowth/Introvert_Biz_Growth_Podcast-026.mp3"] Introverts are often attracted to online entrepreneurship because of the freedom it allows you to control when and how you interact with others. Today’s guest has taken this idea to the next level, translating her teaching expertise into a successful online business. Shayna Oliveira was a struggling English as a Second Language instructor in Brazil. As an introvert, she found days spent in the classroom to be draining, and she was unsatisfied with the low pay and unpredictability of the schedule. Fed up with the fact that her income was dependent on circumstances she couldn’t control, Shayna set out to design an online business that would both generate revenue and allow her to interact with students in a different way. Shayna started blogging and began to build a following, but she still wasn’t sure how to make a living online. That’s when she realized that if students were willing to sign up and pay for courses in advance at the English school where she worked, perhaps she could create a similar virtual model. Shayna used her classroom experience and feedback from her web community to compose and record courses like Business English and Confusing Words. Her classes are structured so that students communicate via email, and Shayna is at liberty to respond with feedback on her own time. She gets to know her students through the written and recorded assignments, but she has the freedom to evaluate those assignments at her leisure. To date, she has created thirteen online courses and several e-books teaching English as a Second Language. The materials are available through her website EspressoEnglish.net, where more than 100,000 students follow her lessons! Shayna also shares her business experience via podcast at EntrepreneursInMotion.com, and I met her through this common interest on the She Podcasts Facebook Group. Today she shares invaluable advice about reaching out to others in your niche, launching a product before you’ve created it, and adopting an experimental mindset. Listen and learn how Shayna’s ability to create quality content draws people to her site – and leads to sales. In this episode you’ll learn…
    • How Shayna designed online courses with her introversion in mind.
    • How she used her classroom experience and online community to determine course offerings.
    • The advantages of creating community with an email list versus a membership site.
    • Why she limits communication with students to email.
    • How she gets to know her students without one-on-one interaction.
    • Why her courses are ideal for fellow introverts.
    • How generating quality content leads to sales.
    • How reaching out to other online entrepreneurs in your niche can lead to rapid growth.
    • An introverted approach to establishing relationships with colleagues online.
    • The benefits of launching a product before you’ve created it.
    • How an experimental mindset can help you bounce back when something doesn’t work.
    • Why it’s okay to stop hustling once your business is established.
    Other links and resources mentioned in this episode: espressoenglish.net Entrepreneurs in Motion Podcast Follow Shayna on Twitter She Podcasts Facebook Group followupthen.com Essentialism: The Disciplined Pursuit of Less - by Greg McKeown  Thanks for listening ! Thanks so much for listening to this episode. If you enjoyed it, I would be super grateful if you'd share it using the social media buttons you see at the bottom of the post. And if you don’t have it yet, get your free 4-step Guide on How to Say no to Grow. You'll be added to my list as well so I can share the latest episodes and other introvert related resources with you. Also, please leave a review on iTunes. I'm told that they really matter so if you'd take a minute I'd appreciate it. And finally, don’t forget to subscribe to the show on iTunes or on Android to get notified for all my future shows. Warmly Sarah
    34 min
  • IBG 25 - Sarah Santacroce – Leveraging LinkedIn to Land Clients as an Introvert
    As an introvert, you likely find the idea of pitching yourself cringe-worthy. Whether in person or online, approaching potential clients to ask for their business makes many of us feel pushy and uncomfortable. If only we could quietly demonstrate our proficiency for prospects and then have those who are interested come to us… [spp-player url="http://traffic.libsyn.com/introvertbizgrowth/Introvert_Biz_Growth_Podcast-025.mp3"] I’m happy to share that such a platform does exist, and I can’t wait to teach you how to leverage LinkedIn to ‘sell without selling.’ I explain why LinkedIn is perfect for introverts, how the professional network benefits entrepreneurs, and what you can do to attract new clients on the platform! In this episode you’ll learn…
    • How I came to specialize in LinkedIn.
    • How the Swiss mentality differs from that of Americans.
    • Why I changed my business model after returning to Switzerland.
    • Why LinkedIn is the social platform best suited to introverts.
    • How LinkedIn allows you to ‘sell without selling.’
    • Why it’s important to share your expertise through quality content on LinkedIn.
    • How LinkedIn has changed to become a marketplace for entrepreneurs as well as job seekers.
    • The four steps of social selling.
    Other links and resources mentioned in this episode: The Creative Introvert Podcast simplicitysmallbiz.com Alen Mayer Podcast Episode 9 Tools I Use in My Business Business Coaching for Introverts Free Guide “How Saying ‘No’ Can Help You Grow”   Social Selling on LinkedIn - 3 week online course If the topic of using LinkedIn to get more clients sounds interesting to you, why not join me for a 3-week online workshop which starts May 2nd 2017. It takes place in a very intimate setting, not more than 12 people. Check out the details HERE and if it sounds like a good fit I'd love to work with you in May ! Thanks for listening ! Thanks so much for listening to this episode. If you enjoyed it, I would be super grateful if you'd share it using the social media buttons you see at the bottom of the post. And if you don’t have it yet, get your free 4-step Guide on How to Say no to Grow. You'll be added to my list as well so I can share the latest episodes and other introvert related resources with you. Also, please leave a review on iTunes. I'm told that they really matter so if you'd take a minute I'd appreciate it. And finally, don’t forget to subscribe to the show on iTunes or on Android to get notified for all my future shows. Warmly Sarah
    22 min
  • IBG 24 - Mark Schaefer - Building a Meaningful Web Presence as an Introvert
    [spp-player url="http://traffic.libsyn.com/introvertbizgrowth/Introvert_Biz_Growth_Podcast-024.mp3"] Mark W. Schaefer is a globally-recognized blogger, speaker, educator, consultant and author. He teaches graduate marketing classes at Rutgers University and has written five best-selling books including Social Media Explained, The Tao of Twitter, Born to Blog, Return on Influence, and The Content Code. His latest title, Known: The Handbook for Building and Unleashing Your Personal Brand in the Digital Age, outlines the four components necessary to establish a meaningful online presence. Mark started his own business, Schaefer Marketing Solutions, in 2008 – just as social media was taking off as a marketing tool. He immersed himself in the medium and started a blog to offer practical perspectives on the use of social platforms to promote business. Now he is among the world’s most recognized social media authorities. He is the co-host of The Marketing Companion, one of the top 10 marketing podcasts on iTunes, and he has delivered keynotes at Social Media Week London, SXSW, and Word of Mouth Marketing Conference Tokyo, among others. Mark specializes in marketing strategy and social media workshops, consulting for startups and global brands such as Adidas, Dell, and AT&T. He is also a popular commentator who has appeared on a number of prominent programs including CNN, NPR, CBS News, and the BBC. His mission is to help others make an impact via a profound and meaningful brand presence on the web. [spp-player url="http://traffic.libsyn.com/introvertbizgrowth/Introvert_Biz_Growth_Podcast-024.mp3"] In this episode you’ll learn…
    • How reputation-building has changed in the world of social media.
    • The correlation between success on the web and personality type.
    • How he became interested in social media as a business marketing tool.
    • The strategy he employs to speak in front of large audiences.
    • How introverts might deal with the “swarm” of attention that follows public speaking engagements.
    • How having the courage to share your story gives you a more meaningful web presence.
    • The pros and cons of introspection as an introverted entrepreneur.
    • The mindset necessary to take the first small step when you are feeling overwhelmed.
    • How Mark pushes himself to connect and engage with others, but on his own terms!
    • The advantage of being able to “pick yourself” in the world of modern technology.
    Other links and resources mentioned in this episode: businessesgrow.com Mark on Twitter Mark on Facebook The Marketing Companion Podcast Mark’s Books Thanks for listening ! Thanks so much for listening to this episode. If you enjoyed it, I would be super grateful if you'd share it using the social media buttons you see at the bottom of the post. And if you don’t have it yet, get your free 4-step Guide on How to Say no to Grow. You'll be added to my list as well so I can share the latest episodes and other introvert related resources with you. Also, please leave a review on iTunes. I'm told that they really matter so if you'd take a minute I'd appreciate it. And finally, don’t forget to subscribe to the show on iTunes or on Android to get notified for all my future shows. Warmly Sarah
    36 min
  • IBG 23 - Clare Desira - Transforming Your Mindset with the Top Five Movement
    Clare Desira is an Australian product developer, writer, public speaker and coach who founded the Top Five Movement. She does corporate program management to facilitate behavior change and social programs, including workshops to build confidence for women around money. Clare also volunteers as co-director of a leadership program for young people with a focus on building self-awareness and providing leadership tools. [spp-player url="http://traffic.libsyn.com/introvertbizgrowth/Introvert_Biz_Growth_Podcast-023.mp3"] Clare is committed to this volunteer work because that was how she got inspired to become the positivity guru she is today. At 21, she attended a leadership program that she credits with teaching her that she had the power to do and be anything she wanted, that life was hers to choose. The curriculum also helped her to identify her values, and joy was at the top of the list. In 2006, Clare began writing down her top five moments of every day, and has since recorded over 10,000 happy memories! As the benefits of this habit started spilling over into other areas of her life, Clare knew she needed to spread the word. In 2012, she took to the TEDx stage to tell her story and proceeded to take the Top Five Movement Global. With her practical approach to positivity, Clare is on a mission to help people around the world live their best lives. In this episode you’ll learn…
    • How understanding what you value can be a game changer in decision-making.
    • How recording your top five moments each day can interrupt unhealthy thinking and help determine what makes you happy.
    • How acknowledging positive moments affects your brain chemistry.
    • How she has turned the top five practice into a business – and a movement!
    • How the concept of building positive mindset to drive behavior change translates to any audience.
    • How self-awareness can make an introvert more confident in public speaking.
    • The mindsets that help her view public speaking as an opportunity for conversation.
    • The pros and cons of having judgment and perspective as her top character strengths.
    • Why she uses the Pomodoro Technique to maintain focus.
    • How the value of productivity influences success.
    Clare's favorite quotes “There are three types of people in the world: Those who make it happen, those who watch it happen and those who say, ‘What happened'?” - Anonymous “In a year’s time what will you be glad you started today?” - Anonymous “Celebrating another’s success will never dampen your own.” - Anonymous Other links and resources mentioned in this episode topfivemovement.com Top Five Movement Facebook Page Top Five Movement Intagram Top Five Question Cards VIA Character Strengths Survey Pomodoro Timer Apps The 10X Rule: The Only Difference Between Success and Failure by Grant Cardone   Thanks for listening ! Thanks so much for listening to this episode. If you enjoyed it, I would be super grateful if you'd share it using the social media buttons you see at the bottom of the post. And if you don’t have it yet, get your free 4-step Guide on How to Say no to Grow. You'll be added to my list as well so I can share the latest episodes and other introvert related resources with you. Also, please leave a review on iTunes. I'm told that they really matter so if you'd take a minute I'd appreciate it. And finally, don’t forget to subscribe to the show on iTunes or on Android to get notified for all my future shows. Warmly Sarah
    39 min
  • IBG 22- Janet Murray – Thriving in the Spotlight as an Introvert
    [spp-player url="http://traffic.libsyn.com/introvertbizgrowth/Introvert_Biz_Growth_Podcast-022.mp3"] Janet Murray is a British writer, public speaker and PR coach who uses her 15-plus years’ experience in journalism to teach businesses and brands how to get high-profile press coverage. Her writing credits include national publications such as The Guardian, Huffington Post, Daily Telegraph and Entrepreneur. She also appears regularly on radio and television. Janet describes herself as an introvert with extroverted qualities. Though she likes her alone time and is exhausted by big events, her curiosity about people and talent for storytelling allows her to “turn it on” when she needs to and thrive in the spotlight. Janet is the founder of Soulful PR, an online venture that offers coaching and consulting services to business owners, non-profits and PR firms. Her site also features a popular PR blog and podcast. She lives near London with her husband and 11-year-old daughter and runs her business from her garden ‘shedquarters,’ local coffee shop or wherever she happens to be in the world. In this episode you’ll learn…
    • How introversion can be a strength in a field like journalism which requires that you get out and talk to people.
    • How she came to develop her online business, Soulful PR.
    • How introversion lends itself to making connections and building relationships online.
    • Why she struggles to work in teams.
    • How she realized that her business does make a difference by helping others to tell their story.
    • Why she sustains the habit of making a pitch every day.
    • The benefits of using a single communication system with your team.
    • How asking yourself, “What’s the one thing you can do that will make everything else easier?” is crucial in setting priorities.
    Other links and resources mentioned in this episode janetmurray.co.uk Janet’s Facebook Page SoulfulPR Facebook Community Your Press Release is Breaking My Heart: A Totally Unconventional Guide to Selling Your Story in the Media by Janet Murray gabbybernstein.com Slack Communication Tool The One Thing: The Surprisingly Simple Truth Behind Extraordinary Results by Gary Keller and Jay Papasan Thanks for listening ! Thanks so much for listening to this episode. If you enjoyed it, I would be super grateful if you'd share it using the social media buttons you see at the bottom of the post. And if you don’t have it yet, get your free 4-step Guide on How to Say no to Grow. You'll be added to my list as well so I can share the latest episodes and other introvert related resources with you. Also, please leave a review on iTunes. I'm told that they really matter so if you'd take a minute I'd appreciate it. And finally, don’t forget to subscribe to the show on iTunes or on Android to get notified for all my future shows. Warmly Sarah
    29 min
  • IBG 21 – Sarah Santacroce - Expanding Your Capacity Zone
    [spp-player url="http://traffic.libsyn.com/introvertbizgrowth/Introvert_Biz_Growth_Podcast-021.mp3"] I’m back with another solo podcast to chat with my fellow introverts about public speaking and comfort zones. We often generalize that all introverts hate public speaking, but in interviewing many on this podcast series, I have discovered that some introverts thrive in that setting. Let’s explore why that is and discuss how to analyze what you’re comfortable with in terms of speaking engagements as you take small steps to grow your capacity zone. I also cover the topic of saying ‘no.’ Listen and learn a step-by-step approach to deciding which opportunities are worth expanding your capacity zone and which ones to decline. In this episode you’ll learn…
    • How some introverts thrive in public speaking situations.
    • How public speaking is like playing an instrument. It’s easier for introverts if they know their music (content) and have a passion to share it with others!
    • How introverts deal with feeling drained after a public speaking engagement.
    • Why I prefer public speaking opportunities over networking events.
    • Why it’s less scary to think about expanding your capacity zone as opposed to stepping outside your comfort zone. It’s okay to take baby steps as you grow the strengths you already possess.
    • What questions to ask yourself when offered opportunities that are outside your comfort zone.
    • How I approached the decision to accept/decline an offer to speak at a conference that would put me outside my comfort zone.
    • How to evaluate whether your inclination to say ‘yes’ is about personal growth or ego.
    • When to say ‘no’ to opportunities that aren’t right for you.
    Other links and resources mentioned in this episode: Beth Buelow’s Blog Post “Don’t Tell Me to Step Outside My Comfort Zone!” Free Guide “How Saying ‘No’ Can Help You Grow” Tools I Use in My Business Business Coaching for Introverts Thanks for listening ! Thanks so much for listening to this episode. If you enjoyed it, I would be super grateful if you'd share it using the social media buttons you see at the bottom of the post. Also, please leave a review on iTunes. I'm told that they really matter so if you'd take a minute I'd appreciate it. And finally, don’t forget to subscribe to the show on iTunes or on Android to get notified for all my future shows. Warmly Sarah
    18 min

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