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Beyond the World of Introverts vs. Extroverts

Today, the word “introvert” still carries more than it should; e.g., “I am an introvert” is often followed by a description of social anxiety or lack of confidence. Danger: If I think my introversion is a weakness I can’t do much about, I justify my anxiety and lack of social skills. I feel powerless to… Continue reading Beyond the World of Introverts vs. Extroverts

How can coaching help leaders and What are the benefits of coaching?

Any serious athlete must make a wise judgement about their coach. Anyone who excels in their…

Guide for introvert job interviews: How to be more confident at interviews

A very important part of interview preparation is to be mentally ready. Confidence seems to be a big part of that. However, many of my coaching clients find it especially difficult to deal with a stranger – interviewer, given their introvert nature. Here I’m sharing a few tips for interview preparation that introverts should have.… Continue reading Guide for introvert job interviews: How to be more confident at interviews

How to Have More Interviews with More Job Applications

We all want to have our dream jobs. But Why are we scared of our dream jobs? There are a few reasons / excuses often given. 1. The myth of “not reflecting well on me” We all know that to have more job offers, we need more interviews, and to have more interviews, we need… Continue reading How to Have More Interviews with More Job Applications