The fight of flight response is well documented and has long fascinated me. Undoubtedly a survival mechanism that has been saving our...

I’m predominantly a  thinking introvert  also called reflective. When you look at the descriptions of the types of introverts you...

What is it about self promotion that has many of us more introverted people cringing? I suspect it has something to do with it containing...

The word stoic comes from the greek meaning to stand firm and to be without emotion or passion. The ability to be stoic can be useful...

During my 25 years teaching English as well as coaching predominantly with in the pharmaceutical and biotech industry I’ve spoken to...

Many of us long for a clear road map to success—a detailed guide showing exactly where we're heading and how to get there. As someone...

As we step into December the end of the year is in sight and with it comes the pressure of finishing tasks and reaching deadlines as well...

I the main complaint I hear from clients whether they’re coaching clients or language students is not having enough vocab. This lack can...

“ I didn‘t feel like I belonged there, so many people with letters after their name, years of experience and just exuding with confidence...

Some say it’s an emotion, a feeling, or a belief others say it’s more of a skill. Personally I’d say it encompasses all elements. It‘s...

Ever wished you had a thicker skin? That you weren’t so sensitive not only to feedback and criticism, but also to people in general? To...

To be a good communicator you really have to love communicating. This means that being an introvert can be one of the biggest hinderances...

You’re an introvert, so you’ve resigned yourself to the fact that you don’t ‘do’ small talk or coffee machine / water cooler chat.  You...

I understand it's not generally the nature for introverts to actively attract attention to themselves. They're often rather in awe of...

July 10, 2024 Drinking might be an excellent way to overcome your inhibitions socially after hours, but if it’s your only coping...

June 26, 2024 One of the unexpected bonuses of having a podcast is that it gives you a great excuse to talk to some amazing people about...

June 12, 2024 You want to speak up in a meeting, but rather than just say whatever’s in your mind, you start formulating the question...

May 29, 2024 Someone said this to me the other day, which is interesting, because I feel anything but brave most days. But it got me...

May 15, 2024 Have you noticed how starting new things is often the hardest part. Even things we enjoy, take an effort to set in motion....

May 1, 2024 I know it doesn’t much feel like it at the time, but anxiety and fear are actually your friends. They’re actually brilliant...