The Introvert Entrepreneur

Blogcast #5: The Perfect Job for Any Introvert

The audio version of my May 19, 2015 blog post, "The Perfect Job for Any Introvert."

What kind of businesses are suitable for an introvert entrepreneur? The kind that have autonomy, mastery, and purpose.

Ep80: Yes, And and Beyond: A Conversation with Improv Pioneer Bob Kulhan

Stand up in front of a group. No script. No prep. No rules. This is improv in a way. Its not quite as scary as that, even though that set-up is likely to send many an introvert running in the opposite direction. And in fact, what looks like a completely spontaneous improv situation actually DOES have rules, and there are ways to prepare yourself. Sure, theres no script, but life doesnt have a script, so who needs one?

Ive spoken several times over the years about the power of improv and how it can be a transformative tool for introverts. In this episode, I talk to one of the first people to put the principles of improv together with the world of business.

Bob Kulhan is an Adjunct Professor of Business Administration for The Fuqua School of Business, Duke University as well as an Adjunct Professor of Business for Columbia Business School, Columbia University. He also is the CEO of Business Improvisations. BI is a world-class leader in developing experiential learning programs for businesses.

Bob and I start by defining improv (it might not be what you think!), then talk about how it has grown to be an exciting alternative to traditional professional development offerings. He also offers some basic improv principles you can use to make networking more enjoyable, as well as tips for getting yourself off the mental hamster wheel.

CONNECT WITH BOB

Website: BusinessImprov.com
Facebook: facebook.com/businessimprov
Twitter: twitter.com/bizimprov

Ep78: How to Procrastinate on Purpose with Rory Vaden

If there’s one thing I hear over and over again from my clients, it’s that they want to overcome procrastination. The web is overflowing with posts, podcasts and X-step programs to fix the procrastination epidemic that's running rampant.

But what if the answer wasn't to "fix" it, but to find a way to shift our relationship with it? My guest is Self-Discipline Strategist Rory Vaden. His book Take the Stairs is a #1 Wall St Journal, #1 USA Today, and #2 New York Times bestseller. As an award-winning entrepreneur and business leader, Rory co-founded Southwestern Consulting™ and is founder of The Center for the Study of Self-Discipline (CSSD). His latest book is called Procrastinate on Purpose: 5 Permissions to Multiply Your Time.

Rory is the world’s leader on defining the psychology around modern-day procrastination, called Priority Dilution™ - in fact, he coined the term. He speaks and consults on how to say no to the things that don’t matter, and yes to the things that do.Rory and I talk about the secrets of time multipliers, getting over introvert overthinking, and making friends with procrastination once and for all.

Connect with Rory

Website: roryvaden.com

"Procrastinate on Purpose" on Amazon: tiny.cc/puggvx

Facebook: facebook.com/rorywvaden

Twitter: twitter.com/rory_vaden

LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/roryvaden

YouTube: www.youtube.com/user/rvaden1

Ep77 (Blogcast): Why Being an Entrepreneur Will Always Take a Back Seat to Being an Introvert

Episode 77 is a Blogcast of a post from The Introvert Entrepreneur blog, "Why Being an Entrepreneur Will Always Take a Back Seat to Being an Introvert." You can read the post here: http://theintrovertentrepreneur.com/2015/03/04/why-being-an-entrepreneur-will-always-take-a-back-seat-to-being-an-introvert/

Ep75: Introverts in Love with Sophia Dembling

Love it or hate it, it’s that time of year again: Valentine’s Day. This 2015 Valentine’s Day is special, though, because introverts have a new resource to help them navigate the relationship waters. Sophia Dembling has a new book out called “Introverts in Love: The Quiet Way to Happily Ever After,” and it’s the ideal companion for whatever stage you’re in, from playing the field to walking down the aisle. In this edition of The Introvert Entrepreneur Podcast, I chat with Sophia about her book and get her insights on a few questions posed by The Introvert Entrepreneur Facebook Community.

Our conversation includes:

• how to move forward in those early days when we're not quite sure how we feel about someone (or we think we like someone and aren't sure how to share it)
• talking with your partner about your need for space and alone time
• establishing healthy boundaries, especially with someone who isn't as keen on honoring your introversion as you are
• tips on how to be a happy-in-love introvert, whether your partner is an extrovert or introvert

CONNECT WITH SOPHIA

Website: www.sophiadembling.com/

PsychologyToday.com: www.psychologytoday.com/blog/the-introverts-corner

Facebook: www.facebook.com/SophiaDemblingWriter

Twitter: www.twitter.com/sophiadembling

Amazon Author Page: tiny.cc/sophiaonamazon