The Traveling Introvert

Esther Avant is a health industry veteran with over 17 years of experience in fitness, nutrition, and wellness related roles. She is a certified sports nutritionist, personal trainer, wellness coach, and owner of EA Coaching, which has provided full spectrum health & lifestyle coaching since 2015.Her mission is to help women be healthy, happy, confident, and get the most out of their lives. She knows that if more women prioritized their health, they’d be able to unleash the confidence and focus they all need to leave their mark on the world.Esther is also an introvert, boy mom and Navy wife who has lived and traveled all over the world while running her EA Coaching.Social media linksGrab her Weight Loss That Lasts Cheat Sheet at www.estheravant.com/cheatsheetFind out more about her at www.estheravant.comConnect on Instagram at www.instagram.com/esther.avantConnect on Tiktok at www.tiktok.com/@estheravantListen to her podcast Live Diet-Free at https://podcasts.apple.

 Nital Phull, is a a Corporate Career Coach for female professionals who want to progress in their career, who have so much potential and provide heaps of value to their organisation - but are instead feeling stuck, undervalued and misunderstood.Social media linksLinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/nital-phull/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hi_its_nital/Link to websitewww.nital.mePrimary topic: Introversion- Definition of introversion and common misconceptions - Introverts as energized by solitude or close relationships - Clarification that introversion is not the same as shyness or being quiet - Discussion on the diverse traits and capabilities of introvertsPrimary topic: Career and Work Transition- Transition from risk consultancy to corporate career coaching - Factors influencing the transition, including the birth of the guest's child - Impact of personal reflection and desire for flexibility and autonomy - The role of passion and love for coaching in the career transition- Balan

Dani Nichols is a journalist, essayist and children’s book author. Her book, Buzz the Not-So-Brave, has won several awards. Her essays are also award-winning and she has been published in The Other Journal, Oregon Humanities, Reckon Review, Barren Magazine and more. When she's not writing, Dani works a certified therapeutic horsemanship instructor. Dani lives with her husband and three young children in Central Oregon, where she's either trying a new recipe, reading a good book, riding her horse or chasing her kids from here to kingdom come.Social media linksinstagram.com/buzzthenotsobravedaninichols.substack.comLink to websitewww.wranglerdani.comPrimary Topic: Introduction and Background- Introduction of guest Dani Nichols- Discussion of her work as an adaptive horsemanship instructor and author- Her transition from journalism to working with horsesPrimary Topic: Understanding Introversion- Dani's definition of introversion as being comfortable with oneself and relying on intern

A former music teacher, I now find myself being a tech specialist and corporate trainer for a major insurance company. I have three amazing kids. I have been married for 15 years. I love music, sports and watching my kids be amazing.Social media linkshttps://twitter.com/daveschultz74https://www.facebook.com/minkyboodle/Link to websitehttps://daveschultz743.wixsite.com/firwood-5Primary Topic: Introduction to Dave Schultz- Discussion on the meaning of introversion to DavePrimary Topic: Dave's Career and Misconceptions- Dave's current job roles as an IT tech support and practice development specialist- Misconceptions about introverted individuals and their behaviors in the workplace- Impact of introversion on Dave's approach to collaboration and teamworkPrimary Topic: Personal Development and Career Growth- Dave's journey from teaching to tech support- Challenges and insights gained from transitioning to IT- The impact of conscious effort and self-improvement on career developmentPrimary Topic: Personal Rechargi

Mark Wigginton understands the importance of asking quality questions and used them throughout his career as a salesperson, management consultant, trainer, and even as a jail counselor (that’s a long story). He recently retired as a Regional Vice President for Shipley Associates, a global leader in business development consulting and training. During his 20 years at Shipley, he grew his region to be the top performing in the U.S. by focusing on his customers.A Certified Professional Coach and strategy consultant, Mark helps his clients learn the importance of customer focus, as well as how to advance the sales cycle, clarify goals and win more business! His professional training includes post-graduate studies in Business and Executive Coaching and an MS in Counseling Psychology. He is APMP certified as a Capture, Bid and Proposal Practitioner and is Shipley Business Winning certified. Mark is recognized by LinkedIn as a "Top Business Development Voice".Social media linkshttps://www.linkedin.com/in/focusingonr

Benjamin Friedman has handled finance and operations for over 20 years, leading those roles in his last six positions before starting his own company, Build Scale Grow Inc., in 2018. The company helps founders address the fears of entrepreneurship and gaps in capacity, scale quickly, and grow exponentially. His companies have had five successful M&A transactions in the last ten years.Social media linkshttps://www.linkedin.com/in/benjaminbfriedman/Book - https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0BP9GVRPYLink to websitehttps://www.webuildscalegrow.com/Primary Topic: Understanding Introversion- Benjamin's explanation of introversion and how he recharges- The impact of introversion on his personal and professional lifePrimary Topic: Benjamin's Work with Start-up Founders- Providing support to start-up founders after achieving product or service market fit- Offering holistic business consulting to identify areas for improvement- Discussing solutions, risks, and options for moving forwardPrimary Topic: Misconc

Kellie Nissen is an author coach, editor and dragon boater with Dragons Abreast Canberra - Goanna. Canberra born, she still lives in Australia’s capital city, along with her husband, two teens and two pugs. Between work, writing, dragon boat training and pug duties, Kellie has no time to engage in any more conversations with cancer.Social media linkshttps://www.linkedin.com/company/just-right-words/https://www.facebook.com/KellieNissenEditWritehttps://www.instagram.com/justrightwords/Link to websitehttps://justrightwords.com.au/Overcoming Breast Cancer: "I need to start believing in myself and start being who I want to be and doing what I want to do and not saying yes to everything."— Kellie Nissen [00:03:05 → 00:03:16]Starting a New Business After Overcoming Cancer: "If you fail, you fail."— Kellie Nissen [00:05:06 → 00:05:07]Overcoming Challenges: "Dare tell me I can't do something. And that sort of stuck with me."— Kellie Nissen [00:05:53 → 00:05:58]The Reality of Being an Author: "Auth

Andrea Putting is a passionate explorer on a quest to uncover the secrets of creating a better life. With a background that spans both entrepreneurship and the corporate world, she has gained unique insights into finding fulfilment and purpose.But what truly sets Andrea apart is her unexpected journey. It led to the creation of Chocolate and Coffee Day for Religious Harmony, an inspiring initiative that brings people from diverse backgrounds together over the simple pleasures of chocolate, coffee, and conversation, dismantling the barriers that divide us. This journey also gave birth to Chocolate and Coffee Breaks, an extension of that spirit of togetherness throughout the year.She delved into Social Missions, becoming the voice behind a popular podcast and the author of two thought-provoking books: "Compassionate Prosperity: When Success is Not Enough" and "Compassionate Purpose: Discovering a Life of Fulfilment."But the adventure doesn't stop there. As a seasoned speaker, Andrea&nbs

Like his books, Adrian Santiago is made of a little bit of everything; The spice of the Caribbean Islands (BORICUA!); sharp edges from a childhood on the block in Buffalo, NY; some southern charm and a dose of crazy from the land of “Florida Man”; and a knack for drama born of comics punk rock music, and a love for stories.Welcome to Books By Adrian. Here you’ll find a mix of sci-fi, fantasy, crime drama, thriller, mystery, romance and spice, with a diverse cast from all walks of life. Embark on his maiden voyage, the MYTHIC series, and discover the magic of Gaia and The Spark.Social media linkshttps://YouTube.com/@booksbyadrianhttps://Instagram.com/@books_by_adrianhttps://TikTok.com/@booksbyadrianhttps://Facebook.com/@booksbyadrianLink to websitehttps://www.booksbyadrian.comBeing Introverted: "I didn't wanna go. I don't wanna go to places. I wanna stay home and watch my movies and read my books and stuff."— Adrian Santiago [00:00:59 → 00:01:04]Viral Topic: Self-discovery and UnderstandingQuote: "I

She is the owner of Dirty Celebrity, a sustainable brand creates accessories from organic and deadstock materials.As an introvert, standing outside at a booth was not for me and so I created a way to reach people without overwhelming myself. I turned to social media as a way to reach others locally.Social media links@Dirty_celebrity -on X, Instagram and Tik TokLink to websitehttps://www.shopdirtyceleb.comPrimary topic: Introversion and Career Conversations- What does introversion mean? - Need to recharge after social eventsPrimary topic: Yvette Estime's Career in Sustainable Fashion- Yvette Estime's work as an accessory designer for Dirty Celebrity- Use of vintage and deadstock materials in creating accessories- Misconceptions about sustainability in the fashion industry- Definition and explanation of deadstockPrimary topic: Yvette Estime's Career Journey- Transition from data allocation job to fashion industry- Use of data analysis and trends in her business- Fast fashion industry's reliance on trends and p

Maya Lombarts is a social introvert from Belgium. She's been living in a very extroverted culture in Cusco, Peru for seven years, where she's a professional singer, an operations manager, and a Functional Medicine Health Coach. Using her Belgian structured side and her Peruvian flexible side, she's a Left-Brained Sidekick for Creative Entrepreneurs as she helps them find structure in their business and balance in their life.Social media linksInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/mayalombarts/YouTube: https://youtube.com/@mayalombartsPodcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/2zJUm9qs5FvVXEYye5t4itLink to websitewww.mayalombarts.comPrimary topic: Introduction and Definition of Introversion- Definition of introversion as explained by Maya Lombarts- Personal experiences of introversion and energy levels- Comparison of introversion to extroversionPrimary topic: Maya Lombarts' Work- Description of Maya's work as a virtual assistant and coach- Focus on helping creative entrepreneurs and improvin

Stefan G. Bucher designs and produces high-end books for corporate and private clients. He has designed for Sting, Whitney Houston, Jason Bentley, David Hockney, Philip Glass, Judd Apatow, and NASA’s Jet Propulsion Laboratory. He is an ADC Young Gun and has won a D&AD Yellow Pencil for book design.In addition to scores of books, he has created custom letterforms for the main titles of the films "The Fall," “Immortals” and “Mirror, Mirror” for director Tarsem. His time-lapse drawings appear on the Emmy-award winning TV show “The Electric Company.” He designed the Blue Man Theater at the Monte Carlo Resort & Casino in Las Vegas, and gave life to the Saks Fifth Avenue Yeti.Bucher is a graduate of Art Center College of Design. Following stints at Wieden + Kennedy, Modernista!, and Maverick Records, he created the Daily Monster, an online drawing series and and story-telling community that spawned a book and three popular “Monster Maker” iOS apps. He is the author of seven books,&n

I. Introduction - Importance of thriving through life's transitionsII. Understanding the value of now - Being mindful and present - Focusing on the present moment - Letting go of multitasking - Finding humor in life's challengesIII. Embracing change and transitions - Accepting change as a normal part of life - Adapting and shifting gears quickly - Making and maintaining self-care routinesIV. Building a supportive social community - Recognizing the need for both alone time and social connections - Building relationships with like-minded individuals - Trusting and relying on supportive people - Asking for help when neededV. Thriving through difficult transitions - Preparing for inevitable changes - Taking the good with the bad - Setting an example for others to thriveConclusion and closing remarks by Janice

Primary topic: Introduction to human nature- Importance of understanding human nature for a happier and less stressful life- Humans as social beings and the need to interact with othersPrimary topic: Memory and perception- Memories can be subjective and reconstructed based on perceptions- Memories can be altered by tone or the addition of words- Different words can lead to different memory recallPrimary topic: Unconscious decision-making- Most decisions are made unconsciously by the brain- Unconscious mental processing plays a role in decision-making- Study shows that unconscious decisions are made about 7 seconds before conscious awarenessPrimary topic: Multitasking- Multitasking is not effective- Humans can only think about one thing at a time- Multitasking is actually switching back and forth between tasks quickly- Multitasking hinders productivity and communication skills- AI can be useful for taking notes in situations where multitasking is difficultPrimary topic: Benefits of understanding human nature-

Primary Topic: The Power of Root Causes- Introduction to the concept of root causes and their connection to personal growth and successSub-topics:- Explanation of how behaviors and actions are influenced by underlying factors- Importance of self-reflection and increased awareness in uncovering root causes- Identifying recurring patterns of behavior and moments of self-doubt- Examining reasons for procrastination and lack of motivation- Tracing back root causes to childhood experiences and fears of failure- Delving deeper into personal history and exploring past experiences and relationships- Emphasizing the need for an open and nonjudgmental attitude during this processPrimary Topic: Challenging and Reframing Beliefs- Recognizing the need to challenge and reframe beliefs that hold you backSub-topics:- Questioning the validity of current beliefs and considering healthier alternatives- Difficulty in changing deeply ingrained beliefs- Viewing past failures as learning opportunities instead of judgments on self-w

When his last son left home, Scott could finally decide what he wanted to do now that he had no responsibilities. He flew to Morocco. The next two years he went from Norway to Ukraine, from Ireland to Jordan and many places in-between.The U2 song: "Still haven't Found What I'm Looking for" comes to mind. After 7 years visiting SE Asia, Mexico, Central and northern South America, Europe and Northern Africa, is he still traveling because he hasn't found what he's looking for or because he has?Social media linkshttps://www.youtube.com/@bookscafe-freeebooksdotnet8010/https://www.facebook.com/freeebooksdotnetLink to websitewww.Free-ebooks.comPrimary Topic: Introduction and Personal Background- Introduction to the podcast and guests- Scott Paton's definition of introversion- Scott Paton's current location and travel experience- Scott Paton's hobbies and interests during his travels- Scott Paton's experience with house sitting and its benefitsPrimary Topic: Misconceptions About House Sitting- Scott Paton's experienc

I have created The World Introvert Day Career Conversations Series. It is a collection of 12 podcast episodes, that explores the career paths of introverts, providing valuable insights and strategies for navigating different industries while managing energy effectively. This series will be released on Jan 1, 2 and 3.

Primary Topic: Dealing with a month where nothing is going right- Feeling overwhelmed and exhausted- Difficulty finding inspirationPrimary Topic: Finding inspiration when things are not going right- Focus on gratitude - Difficulty in finding things to be grateful for - Recognizing that it's not a competition- Allowing yourself to feel emotions - Validating negative emotions - Managing negative emotions- Practicing deep breathing - Noticing the tendency to hold breath during stressful times - Benefits of taking time to breathe- Asking "what" instead of "why" - Accepting that there may not be a good answer to why things happen - Focusing on actions to create change- Understanding that everything is temporary - Accepting the impermanence of situations - Finding hope in knowing that things will eventually end- Using neutral language - Practicing neutral thoughts and words - Shifting focus away from the negative- Disconnecting from social media and the outside world - Taking

Primary Topic: Thinking Like a Leader- Importance of training and experience to become a great leader- Understanding common qualities and behaviors of leaders- Effectively sharing your vision- Developing effective communication skills- Learning about human nature and how people communicate- Showing empathy for others- Listening more than you talk- Being present and actively listening- Putting the mission first- Focusing on the mission and sharing it with others- Avoiding distractions and staying focused on the mission- Setting action-focused goals- Learning how to set goals and turn them into daily actions for progress- Being an example- Practicing what you preach- Leading by example- Engaging and connecting with others- Taking time to listen and communicate with people- Rolling up your sleeves and doing the work- Being willing to do any job you ask others to do- Maintaining values as a leader- Being a leader that people look up to and want to follow and emulate

Topic: Ways to top up your battery during the holiday season- Introduction to the holiday season and its impact on recharge levels - Changes in weather and their effects - Increased social activities and events - Importance of maintaining daily routines - Avoid unnecessary changes to routines - Incorporate important self-care activities like meditation and exercise - Maximizing exposure to sunlight - Spending time outdoors - Using light therapy devices in the absence of sunlight (happy lights) - Practicing generosity towards oneself - Avoiding burnout by treating oneself - Balancing giving to others with self-care - Managing expectations - Adjusting perspectives and avoiding disappointments - Communicating expectations with loved ones and colleagues - Being honest about feeling overwhelmed - Taking responsibility for communicating needs - Discovering and addressing unrecognized expectations - Letting go of perfectionism - Accepting that things may not go as planned - Reducing self-imposed