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3 Networking Tips for Introverts

As an introverted business owner who spends a significant number of hours a month meeting new people, I have developed my own list of networking best practices. They fall into two categories: Cat 1: Universal practices to help anyone make the most of networking events. Cat 2: Practices unique to

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How to Enjoy Your New Life as a Migrant

(Image of street art taken in Melbourne CBD by me) When we arrived in Melbourne as new migrants 18 years ago, I made a promise to myself: I would do my best to immerse fully, make new friends, and savour new things. I would avoid comparing and complaining about how

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[PODCAST] The Magic of Asking for Help

Do you have a habit of trying to do everything yourself, even when some things are clearly beyond your ability? I remember hearing comments like this from the adults around me when I was growing up: Don’t depend on people for help. Do things by yourself. Don’t trouble others. From

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Why it’s okay to ask for help

I am not shy to admit that I’m a dummy in some areas of life. Sports. Car maintenance. Putting on makeup. Keeping plants alive. The first six months in a new job. I used to think it was shameful and embarrassing to admit I didn’t know what I didn’t know.

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The Courage To Be You

For decades, I did not feel free to “just” be myself. I always felt that who I was — as I was — was not good enough. Not vibrant enough. Not charismatic enough. Not professional-looking enough. I have decided: I am done with that. I am now telling a new

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“Introverts are shy” and other myths

If your impression of introverts is that of someone who is: Shy Reserved Low-energy Not terribly interesting Have I got news for you! When an introverted person is … ✅Talking about something they know and love ✅With people who are like minds and kindred spirits ✅1:1 or in a small

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