The Ambitious Introvert® Podcast

Emma-Louise Parkes

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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The Pillars of Introverted Leadership with Terrance Lee
Apr 22 2024
The Pillars of Introverted Leadership with Terrance Lee
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 enough to meet Terrance in person earlier this year, and it was a pleasure to connect with him again for this episode of The Ambitious Introvert® Podcast.Tune in to learn:What led Terrance to understand that introverts make great leadersHis own journey of discovery around his introversion, and how that changed in different season of lifeHow a growth mindset and being willing to go outside of his comfort zone has allowed him to create a business on his termsHow owning his strengths not only created a successful business but also helped him reclaim the fun of childhood tooWhat Terrance really feels about small talk…And the number one energy saving practice that’s enabled him to balance a high pressure career, a young family and write two books (and begin a third!) without burning himself outIf you’re ready to be inspired to achieve more without sacrificing your personality and needs, this episode is for you!Episode References: Quiet by Susan CainThe Highly Sensitive Person by Dr Elaine AronCONNECT WITH TERRANCE Website - www.terrancelee.comInstagram - @TheIntrovertLeaderPodcast - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-introvert-experience/id1669340474CONNECT WITH EMMA-LOUISEWebsite: https://theambitiousintrovert.com/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/emmalouparkes/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/emmalouparkesSign up to receive my monthly Introverts Only digest, delivering all the best introvert-friendly resources straight to your inbox, minus the scroll herePREMIUM SUPPORT Interested in working with me 1:1? Schedule your no-obligation Connection Call today!

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The Pillars of Introverted Leadership with Terrance Lee
Apr 22 2024
The Pillars of Introverted Leadership with Terrance Lee
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 enough to meet Terrance in person earlier this year, and it was a pleasure to connect with him again for this episode of The Ambitious Introvert® Podcast.Tune in to learn:What led Terrance to understand that introverts make great leadersHis own journey of discovery around his introversion, and how that changed in different season of lifeHow a growth mindset and being willing to go outside of his comfort zone has allowed him to create a business on his termsHow owning his strengths not only created a successful business but also helped him reclaim the fun of childhood tooWhat Terrance really feels about small talk…And the number one energy saving practice that’s enabled him to balance a high pressure career, a young family and write two books (and begin a third!) without burning himself outIf you’re ready to be inspired to achieve more without sacrificing your personality and needs, this episode is for you!Episode References: Quiet by Susan CainThe Highly Sensitive Person by Dr Elaine AronCONNECT WITH TERRANCE Website - www.terrancelee.comInstagram - @TheIntrovertLeaderPodcast - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-introvert-experience/id1669340474CONNECT WITH EMMA-LOUISEWebsite: https://theambitiousintrovert.com/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/emmalouparkes/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/emmalouparkesSign up to receive my monthly Introverts Only digest, delivering all the best introvert-friendly resources straight to your inbox, minus the scroll herePREMIUM SUPPORT Interested in working with me 1:1? Schedule your no-obligation Connection Call today!
Listen to Your Energy: Trusting Intuition Over Logic in Decision-Making
Apr 8 2024
Listen to Your Energy: Trusting Intuition Over Logic in Decision-Making
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 other people’s opinions.And I’m also sharing a big decision I’ve made recently about this podcast - tune in to learn what, and hear me share the process of listening to my energy and my thoughts, then deciding which one to follow!CONNECT WITH EMMA-LOUISEWebsite: https://theambitiousintrovert.com/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/emmalouparkes/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/emmalouparkesSign up to receive my monthly Introverts Only digest, delivering all the best introvert-friendly resources straight to your inbox, minus the scroll herePREMIUM SUPPORT Interested in working with me 1:1? Schedule your no-obligation Connection Call today!
The Paradox of Perfection with Chana Ross
Apr 1 2024
The Paradox of Perfection with Chana Ross
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 society to act this wayWhy, ironically, trying to do everything perfect prevents us being in a growth mindsetHow intentional scheduling can help prevent over-focussing on specific tasks, and ensure you make time for self care habits tooThe number one habit Chana prioritises for her mental health and wellbeing, that positively impacts everything she doesEpisode ResourcesQuiet by Susan CainThe Six Phase Meditation Method by Vishen LakhianiListen to my interview on Chana’s podcast She Has The AudacityCONNECT WITH CHANAwww.chanaross.comhttps://vitalphysiotherapy.com/https://chanaross.com/podcast CONNECT WITH EMMA-LOUISEWebsite: https://theambitiousintrovert.com/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/emmalouparkes/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/emmalouparkesSign up to receive my monthly Introverts Only digest, delivering all the best introvert-friendly resources straight to your inbox, minus the scroll herePREMIUM SUPPORT Interested in working with me 1:1? Schedule your no-obligation Connection Call today!
The Power of Your Personal Brand with Marielle Legair
Mar 25 2024
The Power of Your Personal Brand with Marielle Legair
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, positions her with a unique skill set to help individuals and companies thrive. Global brands including bp, Diageo, EY, LinkedIn, Microsoft, Macquarie, Red Bull and Yale University hire her to deliver transformative talks and training workshops.She’s joining me on The Ambitious introvert® to discuss the why and how of personal branding for success.Tune in to hear:The unexpected impact Marielle’s previous appearance on the podcast had (hint: it had nothing to do with the topic we discussed!)Why your personal brand is essential for career progression, and how to start cultivating oneWhy global companies WANT their high potential hires to have identifiable brands (and how it’s mutually beneficial when you do so)Marielle’s tried and tested method for personal brand creationHow understanding her own energy type changed Marielle’s business for the betterThis episode has so many tips and actions you can take away and implement today, so be sure to listen all the way through!Episode Resources:Marielle’s previous appearance on the showCONNECT WITH MARIELLE:Website: http://www.mariellelegair.com/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mlegair/CONNECT WITH EMMA-LOUISEWebsite: https://theambitiousintrovert.com/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/emmalouparkes/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/emmalouparkesSign up to receive my monthly Introverts Only digest, delivering all the best introvert-friendly resources straight to your inbox, minus the scroll herePREMIUM SUPPORT Interested in working with me 1:1? Schedule your no-obligation Connection Call today!
Neuroplasticity, Habit Change and Saying ‘No’ to People Pleasing with Dr Clare Emma Wild
Mar 18 2024
Neuroplasticity, Habit Change and Saying ‘No’ to People Pleasing with Dr Clare Emma Wild
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 mine, so in this episode she’s not only sharing her expertise, but also her own growth journey of becoming a coach and growing her business as an Ambitious Introvert.We chat about:Clare’s first experience with The Ambitious Introvert® Podcast, and what it’s like to 180º from being a listener to a guestHer decades-long experience with people pleasing, which led to multiple burnouts, but ultimately set her on the path to what she’s doing todayWhy so many sensitive, empathic leaders try to avoid negative emotions, and how Clare’s somatic method of coaching supports clients in ‘feeling’ them insteadWhy habit change required repetition, and Clare’s own experience of this in her own development journeyWhy the ‘no is a complete sentence’ advice may do some people pleasers more harm than goodClare’s incredibly simple tip for Owning her Energy (and it came from me!)CONNECT WITH CLARE:LinkedInWebsiteFree Resource: How to Say No Confidently (even when it feels scary) CONNECT WITH EMMA-LOUISEWebsite: https://theambitiousintrovert.com/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/emmalouparkes/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/emmalouparkesSign up to receive my monthly Introverts Only digest, delivering all the best introvert-friendly resources straight to your inbox, minus the scroll herePREMIUM SUPPORT Interested in working with me 1:1? Schedule your no-obligation Connection Call today!
Solitude for Success - Rediscovering Your Strengths with Melissa Unsell-Smith
Mar 11 2024
Solitude for Success - Rediscovering Your Strengths with Melissa Unsell-Smith
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 with her lifelong strengths and create the community. Tune in to hear more about that, and also:How a part time student job led Melissa to a life of entrepreneurshipWhy an experience with burnout in 2018 changed everything for herThe importance of time alone, and protecting our energy so we can do our best workWhy morning routines down have to be a chore (and how to make them spacious and luxurious instead)Why rarity is a good thing, and how to use it to your advantage when it comes to your personality typeCONNECT WITH MELISSAhttps://www.catalyticicon.com/https://www.linkedin.com/in/melissaunsell-smith/CONNECT WITH EMMA-LOUISEWebsite: https://theambitiousintrovert.com/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/emmalouparkes/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/emmalouparkesSign up to receive my monthly Introverts Only digest, delivering all the best introvert-friendly resources straight to your inbox, minus the scroll herePREMIUM SUPPORT Interested in working with me 1:1? Schedule your no-obligation Connection Call today!
Quiet and Strong: Productivity the Introverted Way with David Hall
Mar 4 2024
Quiet and Strong: Productivity the Introverted Way with David Hall
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 often-overlooked strengths of introvertsWhy common time management and productivity advice is severely lacking in supporting us (and what we actually need instead)Our personal takes on the societal factors that affect both genders in embracing their introversion (and hear just how different our viewpoints are) This episode backs up everything I preach about introversion being energetic needs, and not traits - I know all you’ll appreciate David’s insights.CONNECT WITH DAVIDWebsite: quietandstrong.comPodcast: quietandstrong.com/podcastBook: https://quietandstrong.com/book/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/quiet_and_strong/X: https://twitter.com/quietandstrongLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/david-hall-9466a1143/CONNECT WITH EMMA-LOUISEWebsite: https://theambitiousintrovert.com/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/emmalouparkes/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/emmalouparkesSign up to receive my monthly Introverts Only digest, delivering all the best introvert-friendly resources straight to your inbox, minus the scroll herePREMIUM SUPPORT Interested in working with me 1:1? Schedule your no-obligation Connection Call today!
Cozy Catch-Up Time: Sharing my Life and Business Updates!
Feb 26 2024
Cozy Catch-Up Time: Sharing my Life and Business Updates!
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 February has been incredibly busy (and the exciting things I have planned in March to make up for it)What my numerology has taught me for 2024What’s cooking behind the scenes here in terms of marketing and services Grab a drink, get comfortable, and join me for this episode like you’d catch up with an old friend!CONNECT WITH EMMA-LOUISEWebsite: https://theambitiousintrovert.com/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/emmalouparkes/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/emmalouparkesSign up to receive my monthly Introverts Only digest, delivering all the best introvert-friendly resources straight to your inbox, minus the scroll herePREMIUM SUPPORT Interested in working with me 1:1? Schedule your no-obligation Connection Call today!
Rest Without Sacrifice: Designing Your Schedule around Your Priorities with Jordan Gill
Feb 19 2024
Rest Without Sacrifice: Designing Your Schedule around Your Priorities with Jordan Gill
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 someone who dips into the introverted end of the spectrum, Jordan knows all too well how critical it is to Own Your Energy® for sustainable success - and celebrating 8 years in business this year shows she really walks her talk.Tune in to hear us chat about:What is means to be ‘energy limited’Knowing what’s important to you, and prioritising that firstOvercoming judgement from others when making decisions that work for your energySeasons of businesses and careers - why you may need to pull back after a period of pushHow decisions get easier with the wisdom of experienceHow Jordan uses a surprising marketing strategy that many introverts avoid (with great results)Saying no to ‘good’ opportunities for the sake of your energy (and why keeping control of your calendar is key for introverts) This was such a special conversation, where we managed to cover a broad range of topics but go deep on them too - I know you’re going to enjoy it!EPISODE RESOURCESThe 5 Love Languages by Gary ChapmanFairplay Book and CardsCONNECT WITH JORDANWebsiteInstagramPodcastCONNECT WITH EMMA-LOUISEWebsite: https://theambitiousintrovert.com/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/emmalouparkes/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/emmalouparkesSign up to receive my monthly Introverts Only digest, delivering all the best introvert-friendly resources straight to your inbox, minus the scroll herePREMIUM SUPPORT Interested in working with me 1:1? Schedule your no-obligation Connection Call today!
What To Do When You Feel Like You’re Failing
Feb 12 2024
What To Do When You Feel Like You’re Failing
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 every day!’Episode Resources:The Gap and The Gain BookCONNECT WITH EMMA-LOUISEWebsite: https://theambitiousintrovert.com/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/emmalouparkes/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/emmalouparkesSign up to receive my monthly Introverts Only digest, delivering all the best introvert-friendly resources straight to your inbox, minus the scroll herePREMIUM SUPPORT Interested in working with me 1:1? Schedule your no-obligation Connection Call today!
Building Brilliance - Using Serious Play® for Success with Amale Ghalbouni
Feb 5 2024
Building Brilliance - Using Serious Play® for Success with Amale Ghalbouni
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 humble Lego brick could be a powerful business and personal development tool!We chat about:What Serious Play® means and how it was bornAmale’s personal journey discovering how powerful the practice isThe benefits of Serious Play® for both teams and individualsWhy it’s so inclusive for everyone regardless of learning type, personality or neurodiversityHow it can be utilised outside of the workplaceCONNECT WITH AMALEWebsite: www.thebrick.coach http://amale.co/ LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/amaleghalbouni/CONNECT WITH EMMA-LOUISEWebsite: https://theambitiousintrovert.com/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/emmalouparkes/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/emmalouparkesSign up to receive my monthly Introverts Only digest, delivering all the best introvert-friendly resources straight to your inbox, minus the scroll herePREMIUM SUPPORT Interested in working with me 1:1? Schedule your no-obligation Connection Call today!
Your Next Step to Success - Therapy, Coaching, Mentorship or Consulting?
Jan 29 2024
Your Next Step to Success - Therapy, Coaching, Mentorship or Consulting?
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 to hear what each one entails, how they often get mixed up, how they can sometimes overlap, and indicators of which one is right for you right now.CONNECT WITH EMMA-LOUISEWebsite: https://theambitiousintrovert.com/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/emmalouparkes/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/emmalouparkesSign up to receive my monthly Introverts Only digest, delivering all the best introvert-friendly resources straight to your inbox, minus the scroll herePREMIUM SUPPORT Interested in working with me 1:1? Schedule your no-obligation Connection Call today!
Understanding Compassion Fatigue: Balancing Empathy with Self-Care with Teresa Vozza
Jan 22 2024
Understanding Compassion Fatigue: Balancing Empathy with Self-Care with Teresa Vozza
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 story (and how it led her to become a HeartMath trainer.We chat about:The line between caring and caring too much (and how to spot it)The integration of modern leadership principles with neuroscience and spiritualityThe common traits Teresa sees in her high achieving clientsThe HeartMath system, and how it helps users to become regulated and resilient Episode Resources:The HeartMath InstituteCONNECT WITH TERESA:LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/teresa-vozza-chrl-cca/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/teresavozzacoaching/Website: https://www.teresavozza.ca/CONNECT WITH EMMA-LOUISEWebsite: https://theambitiousintrovert.com/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/emmalouparkes/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/emmalouparkesSign up to receive my monthly Introverts Only digest, delivering all the best introvert-friendly resources straight to your inbox, minus the scroll herePREMIUM SUPPORT Interested in working with me 1:1? Schedule your no-obligation Connection Call today!
Inner Brilliance: Leveraging Your Unique Strengths for Success with Marjan Mahoutchian
Jan 15 2024
Inner Brilliance: Leveraging Your Unique Strengths for Success with Marjan Mahoutchian
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 Mahoutchian wears many hats - including Independent Global Leadership Team Advisor, an ICF accredited coach and Business Transformation Specialist. But for this episode of The Ambitious Introvert Podcast she’s sharing her expertise as a certified Gallup® coach - which you may be familiar with as CliftonStrengths®Tune in to hear us talk about:How knowing and leaning into your strengths can have a positive impact on your wellbeing as well as your business or careerHow CliftonStrengths® compares to more spiritual ways of understanding ourselves, such as human design (and how it can complement them beautifully)Why cultivating the right conditions for ourselves to thrive is similar to baking a cake!Bonus - you’ll get a good laugh at me using the wrong terminology too!CONNECT WITH MARJANLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/marjan-mahoutchian/Learn more about CliftonStrengths®: https://www.gallup.com/cliftonstrengths/en/CONNECT WITH EMMA-LOUISEWebsite: https://theambitiousintrovert.com/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/emmalouparkes/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/emmalouparkesSign up to receive my monthly Introverts Only digest, delivering all the best introvert-friendly resources straight to your inbox, minus the scroll herePREMIUM SUPPORT Interested in working with me 1:1? Schedule your no-obligation Connection Call today!
The Introvert’s Guide to Biohacking, Optimal Health and Boundless Energy with Kristin Weitzel
Jan 8 2024
The Introvert’s Guide to Biohacking, Optimal Health and Boundless Energy with Kristin Weitzel
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 research. She is also the founder of Sherpa Breath and Cold, where she trains instructors in breathwork and cold therapy.If you want to make some small tweaks to your lifestyle to net some big results in your energy bank, this is the episode for you! Tune in to hear:What Biohacking means, and why women and introverts need to approach it differentlyEnergy management for introverts, and why trusting your intuition is more important than following the latest morning routine fadThe role of technology in biohacking (and when to stop using it)Breathwork for introvertsCold therapy, and why community can be your best friend in tackling it the first timeUsing your voice and setting boundaries when it comes to your nervous systemEpisode ResourcesOura Ring (use this link for $40 discount)Apollo Brain TapThe Oxygen Advantage book CONNECT WITH KRISTINInstagram https://www.instagram.com/biohacking.breath.cold/Website https://www.wellpower.life/ https://www.sherpabreathandcold.com/Podcast https://www.wellpower.life/wellpower-podcastCONNECT WITH EMMA-LOUISEWebsite: https://theambitiousintrovert.com/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/emmalouparkes/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/emmalouparkesSign up to receive my monthly Introverts Only digest, delivering all the best introvert-friendly resources straight to your inbox, minus the scroll herePREMIUM SUPPORT Interested in working with me 1:1? Schedule your no-obligation Connection Call today!
Your 2024 Goal Setting Success Blueprint
Jan 1 2024
Your 2024 Goal Setting Success Blueprint
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 succeed this year!CONNECT WITH EMMA-LOUISEWebsite: https://theambitiousintrovert.com/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/emmalouparkes/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/emmalouparkesSign up to receive my monthly Introverts Only digest, delivering all the best introvert-friendly resources straight to your inbox, minus the scroll herePREMIUM SUPPORT Interested in working with me 1:1? Schedule your no-obligation Connection Call today!
Rest vs Relaxation - Why You Need BOTH This Holiday Season
Dec 25 2023
Rest vs Relaxation - Why You Need BOTH This Holiday Season
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 them this holiday season!CONNECT WITH EMMA-LOUISEWebsite: https://theambitiousintrovert.com/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/emmalouparkes/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/emmalouparkesSign up to receive my monthly Introverts Only digest, delivering all the best introvert-friendly resources straight to your inbox, minus the scroll herePREMIUM SUPPORT Interested in working with me 1:1? Schedule your no-obligation Connection Call today!
Express with Empathy - The Art of Compassionate Communication with Kate Brown
Dec 18 2023
Express with Empathy - The Art of Compassionate Communication with Kate Brown
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. She’s sharing what it means to communicate with compassion, and how understanding our needs is the first step to asking for them to be met by others.We discuss:How being able to communicate what we want and need is crucial to helping us reach our potentialExamples of how we can appear to ‘act out’ when we find it hard to vocalise our needsThe different types of apology, and understanding this is similar to knowing your Love LanguageHow connecting to our humanity improves workplace well being and relationships, and makes us a better leaderThe unmet need many introverts have because they’re not sure how to ask for it!As Kate says in the episode, "compassion is meeting people where they are and meeting myself where I am", which is such an empowering way to approach all types of communication.Episode Resources:Nonviolent Communication - A Language of Life by Marshall B. Rosenberg PhDCentre for Nonviolent Communications Feelings and Needs Inventory ListCONNECT WITH KATEWebsite: https://calmatworktherapy.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/calmatworkltdFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/calmatworkCONNECT WITH EMMA-LOUISEWebsite: https://theambitiousintrovert.com/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/emmalouparkes/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/emmalouparkesSign up to receive my monthly Introverts Only digest, delivering all the best introvert-friendly resources straight to your inbox, minus the scroll herePREMIUM SUPPORT Interested in working with me 1:1? Schedule your no-obligation Connection Call today!
Remote Work Revolution: Embracing the Digital Nomad Lifestyle with Lucy Bedewi
Dec 11 2023
Remote Work Revolution: Embracing the Digital Nomad Lifestyle with Lucy Bedewi
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 in to hear Lucy share all the details of her lifestyle, including:Why she chose living out of a suitcase over Corporate AmericaHow a leap of faith vacation with an internet friend she’d never met in 2020 changed everything (spoiler alert - she never went home!)Why balancing work time and fun time is even more important on the road, and the mindset reframe that’s allowed her to do this without feeling like she’s ‘missing out’Her back-up tech stack to ensure she’s able to get online whatever the circumstancesWhy relationships can actually thrive with full time travelHow tricky time zones helped her get very strict with her boundaries (and how this had a massive positive impact on her energy and business)Whether you’re an employee or a business owner, tune in to hear what’s possible if both travel AND career success are non-negotiables for you!CONNECT WITH LUCYWebsite: www.mywritehandwoman.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mywritehandwoman/ and https://www.instagram.com/lucy.bedewi/CONNECT WITH EMMA-LOUISEWebsite: https://theambitiousintrovert.com/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/emmalouparkes/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/emmalouparkesSign up to receive my monthly Introverts Only digest, delivering all the best introvert-friendly resources straight to your inbox, minus the scroll herePREMIUM SUPPORT Interested in working with me 1:1? Schedule your no-obligation Connection Call today!
5 Things No One Tells You About Personal Development
Dec 4 2023
5 Things No One Tells You About Personal Development
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 centre in the self improvement space. Does this mean I’m suggesting it’s not worth it? Not at all! But forewarned is forearmed, and knowing what bumps may lie ahead might just make it that bit easier for you to move through them.I’ll be sharing:When you ‘need’ to work on your developmentWhy simple and easy aren’t the same thingWhy it’s ok if you don’t know ‘exactly’ what to doIf you can tell you’re on trackMy thoughts about long term commitment to the processEpisode Resources:The Untethered Soul by Michael A SingerThe Success Principles by Jack CanfieldCONNECT WITH EMMA-LOUISEWebsite: https://theambitiousintrovert.com/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/emmalouparkes/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/emmalouparkesSign up to receive my monthly Introverts Only digest, delivering all the best introvert-friendly resources straight to your inbox, minus the scroll herePREMIUM SUPPORT Interested in working with me 1:1? Schedule your no-obligation Connection Call today!