The Ambitious Introvert® Podcast

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-LOUISE:Website: 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 here.PREMIUM SUPPORT: Interested in working with me 1:1? Learn more and apply here.

When you can’t find the perfect product for your needs, what do you do? This week’s podcast guest Carina Lawson, took matters into her own hands and designed it herself. The result? The globally recognised, award winning Ponderlily® Planner. And the best part? Carina built her business as a busy, introverted mum of young twins while working a 9-5 - proof that her intentional time management process works!In this episode Carina and I discuss:Why being intentional is key when making time for your goalsHow she had no idea how successful the planner would be when she started outWhy standard productivity rhetoric doesn’t work for introvertsWhy asking for help, even from unusual places, can help build your support network for successCONNECT WITH CARINAInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/weareponderlily/Website: https://ponderlily.com/Get 15% off your Ponderlily order with code INTROVERTCONNECT WITH EMMA-LOUISE:Website: 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 here.PREMIUM SUPPORT: Interested in working with me 1:1? Learn more and apply here.

Taking big action can feel terrifying, and going against the status quo can bring up some very human fears such as being rejected by the tribe. But as we all know, it’s those leap of faith moments of bravery that lead us to the amazing life experiences on the other side.On The Ambitious Introvert® Podcast this week I’m chatting with Ewelina Olechowska, founder of Studio Domka, about the big moves she’s made to create her current life - and it all began with questioning what she wanted and what was actually available to her.We cover:Why leaning in and trusting your intuition is so importantHow to move through the fear that you’ll upset others by following your dreamsHow surrounding yourself with others like you can support and speed up the journeyThe type of personal development work both Ewelina and I love (and have both seen massive results from)Episode Resources - To Be Magnetic (use code EMMALOUISE for 15% off)CONNECT WITH EWELINA Website: https://studiodomka.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/studiodomka/CONNECT WITH EMMA-LOUISE:Website: 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 here.PREMIUM SUPPORT: Interested in working with me 1:1? Learn more and apply here.

The term intuition can conjure up images of crystal balls and palm readers, but what if I told you it’s something we can all tap into?Whether it’s that niggly feeling in your gut or the desire to take a seemingly random path that makes no logical sense, these subtle signs are often coming from our own internal guidance system. Learning what’s ours (and not others opinions and energy we’ve absorbed) is key to being able to trust it and work with it for massive success.In this episode I’m sharing an example of me leaning into my own intuition in my business, and how it led to amazing results I could never have imagined at the time!Mentioned Resources: The Intuitive Way by Penney PeirceCONNECT WITH EMMA-LOUISE:Website: 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 here.PREMIUM SUPPORT: Interested in working with me 1:1? Learn more and apply here.

How many times have you held yourself back from:Applying for a promotionAsking for a payrisePitching yourself to a podcastOr even inviting someone out on a date……in case you get told ‘no’?No one loves feeling rejected, but in order to reach our potential we need to take aligned action that leads us closer to our goals - and in this episode we’re discussing how to build the resilience to do just that.Alice Draper is a Podcast & PR expert who approached getting ‘no thanks’ as if it were a game - and changed her mindset for the better. Alice and I chat about all things rejection related, from how to depersonalise the experience, the reframes that helped us both put ourselves out there, and why actively seeking out being turned down can be the best thing for your resilience and growth!CONNECT WITH ALICEWebsite: https://hustlingwriters.com/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/alice-m-draper/CONNECT WITH EMMA-LOUISE:Website: 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 here.PREMIUM SUPPORT: Interested in working with me 1:1? Learn more and apply here.

3 years is a long time in business, and as the podcast celebrates its birthday I knew it was the perfect time to unveil the new, revamped, improved version - The Ambitious Introvert® Podcast 2.0 if you will!As I shift my business towards doing more of what lights me up AND impacting more people, come behind the scenes to learn what I’m changing, why I’m doing it and how I’m navigating all the feelings and challenges around it.You’ll also hear what’s in store on the podcast from now on, and how I’ll be here to help you get set up for success in ALL areas of your business, career and life!CONNECT WITH EMMA-LOUISE:Website: 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 here.PREMIUM SUPPORT: Interested in working with me 1:1? Learn more and apply here.

I am such a Human Design fan that I’ve featured it twice on The Ambitious Introvert® Podcast - I’m rounding out this “Best of the Back Catalogue” series with this conversation I had with Erin Claire Jones back in February 2022. It was great to listen back now I’m 18 months further along in my own HD experiment, and I hope you’ll enjoy this throwback episode too!Original show notes belowIt’s no secret that I love Human Design; I’ve spoken about it before on the podcast and it’s something I work with my clients on, and use in my own life and business. Today I’m going even deeper on the subject and chatting to Human Design guide and expert Erin Claire Jones. Erin has used Human Design to help thousands of individuals and companies step into their true work and their lives as their most authentic selves, and to achieve their highest potential.Erin’s insights are highly sought-after because they make Human Design pragmatic, tangible, accessible — and immediately applicable to everyday life.Topics discussed:Human Design is an awareness system – what does it even mean?Revealing your energetic blueprint (and how it help you navigate life)Human Design for beginners – understanding type, strategy and inner authorityAn introduction to Generators, Manifesting Generators, Manifesters, Projectors and ReflectorsInner authority and how we’re designed to make decisions (and it’s usually NOT with our brains!)Human Design strategy – and how if affects the way we interact with the world aroundRESOURCESErin Claire Jones:Here’s the link to get your Blueprint, a personalised guide to your unique designUse the code INTROVERT for 10% offLook up your designBook an individual sessionInstagramBooks: Will Smith’s MemoirsCONNECT WITH EMMA-LOUISE:Website: 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 here.PREMIUM SUPPORT: Interested in working with me 1:1? Learn more and apply here.

This episode holds a special place in my heart as I’ve been ‘Tapping With Brad’ for many years, and EFT is a modality I still recommend to my clients and audience. Since recording this I had the pleasure of meeting Brad at his live event, getting a hug and tapping together in person! This was one of my favourite interviews to conduct, and I hope you’ll enjoy the lovely energy that Brad brings when talking about EFT.Original show notes belowWe’re almost two years into the podcast and I can’t believe it’s taken this long to dedicate an episode to one of my favourite mindset and energy modalities, Emotional Freedom Technique (EFT). However I promise you it’s been worth the wait, as today I’m chatting all things tapping with everyone’s favourite “EFT Wizard” Brad Yates!Brad is known for his creative and often humorous use of EFT. He’s an internationally renowned expert, author and co-author, and has collaborated with names such as Dr. Joe Vitale and Jack Canfield. Brad has over 1000 videos on his YouTube channel, Tap With Brad, that have been viewed over 37 million times!We cover a whole array of tapping topics, including:How we are mind and body, and why the combination of NLP and EFT is so profoundHow peer reviewed journals and scientific studies are showing the effectiveness of tapping (and proving the naysayers wrong)Why there’s more access to tapping now than ever beforeBalancing connecting to people online and connecting to others in real life (especially as a sensitive introvert)Why we self-sabotage (and why it’s actually misguided self-love)How the programming of negativity bias and fear of change affects us, and why it’s not our faultTHIS WEEK’S GUEST:Brad Yates recommendation – Illusions: The Adventures of a Reluctant MessiahTapping Video from the showCONNECT WITH EMMA-LOUISE:Website: 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 here.PREMIUM SUPPORT: Interested in working with me 1:1? Learn more and apply here.

With so much talk of social media, algorithms and the like, I’m excited to re-air this “Best of” episode about the power of LinkedIn. The beauty of creating evergreen content is that this super valuable conversation between Lindsay and I is still as relevant now as when we recorded it in February 2021! If you’re curious about tapping into LinkedIn for your brand or business this is the episode for you!Original show notes belowIf you’re an introvert, you want to be on LinkedIn. On today’s episode of the show is LinkedIn strategist Lindsay Mitrosilis, who joined me to talk about why LinkedIn is the most introvert friendly platform and how you can grow your network and your business in a way that feels good. I learned a few surprising things, and I know you will too!Lindsay and I discuss:How LinkedIn is a holistic platform for business owners and candidatesThe big differences between LinkedIn and other social media platformsKnowing which content is right for you on on LinkedInHow to find your ideal clients on LinkedInThe fastest way to start building your LinkedIn network in a credible wayHow to repurpose your content for LinkedInLindsay Mitrosilis helps impact driven business owners add linkedin to their marketing & lead generation toolbox so they can win more business. If you’re ready to win at LinkedIn, visit her website to learn how you can work together today. Linsey’s book recommendation for The Ambitious Introvert:Why She Buys by Bridget BrennanEpisode Resources:Russel BrunsonConnect with Lindsay:WebsiteLindsay on LinkedInInstagram: @lindsay.mitrosilisCONNECT WITH EMMA-LOUISE:Website: 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 here.PREMIUM SUPPORT: Interested in working with me 1:1? Learn more and apply here.

Welcome to the first episode of “Best of the Back Catalogue” Series, where I’m sharing some of the most popular episodes from the last 3 years. I loved recording this interview with Kyle, who’s been a big part of my own personal and business growth journey. Tune in to hear about Emotion Code and how it’s perfect to help us let go of anything we’re holding into that isn’t serving us.Original episode show notes belowWelcome to this week’s episode of The Ambitious Introvert Podcast, featuring a guest who has had a huge impact on my life and business – Kyle Haskins. Kyle is an Energy Code practitioner who I’ve worked with numerous times and I’m really excited to share this because his approach to energy work cannot be found in the mainstream. We discuss The Emotion Code, how it works, and the impact it’s had on me and my business. So much to learn in this episode, enjoy!Kyle uses The Emotion Code to help his clients thrive every day, live their dreams, and love their life. Learn more about his work here.Kyle and I Discuss:What The Emotion Code is and how Kyle became a practitionerHow The Emotion Code can help you create a clean slate and heal past traumas How emotional healing is connected to different types of mindset coaching  The basic process of a healing session with Kyle and how to actually release things that are holding us back The recalibration process after you’ve changed your energy frequency from emotional healing Kyle’s favourite client resultsKyle’s book suggestion for the Ambitious Introvert:The Vortex by Esther and Jerry HicksResources:The Emotion Code by Dr. Bradley NelsonThe Map of Consciousness Explained by Dr. David R. HawkinsPower vs. Force by David R. HawkinsLetting Go: The Pathway of Surrender by David R. HawkinsConnect with Kyle:WebsiteInstagram: @heal.connect.thriveCONNECT WITH EMMA-LOUISE:Website: 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 here.PREMIUM SUPPORT: Interested in working with me 1:1? Learn more and apply here.