The Ambitious Introvert® Podcast
The Ambitious Introvert® is for founders and entrepreneurs who want to create big results without burning through their energy.
Hosted by Emma-Louise Parkes, it's less “business tips” and more like sitting down with a trusted mentor who actually gets the reality of building a business as an introvert.
Through personal stories, honest insights, and conversations with entrepreneurial trailblazers, Emma-Louise offers the perspective and tools introverted entrepreneurs need to unlock fresh energy and momentum in their business. It’s not about chasing hacks or forcing extrovert strategies - it’s about managing your energy so the external wins follow naturally.
Every episode is here to sharpen your perspective, spark ideas, and remind you that your introversion is actually a powerful asset. Subscribe now and join the movement of ambitious introverts building success their way!
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Episodes
225 episodes
Episode 225: How I Think About… Energy as My Greatest Business Asset
As an introverted business owner and success coach for ambitious introverts, I’m never not thinking about energy - it’s the foundation of everything I do to help my clients get results.In this episode of The Ambitious Introvert®...
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Episode 225
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21:43
Episode 224: How I Think About… AI
I’m revisiting my popular ‘How I Think About…’ format here on The Ambitious Introvert® for Q4! Today I’m sharing how I actually think about and use AI in my business (and how I don’t). There’s a HUGE difference betwee...
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Episode 224
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21:12
Episode 223: Is All-or-Nothing Thinking Stalling Your Business?
If you’ve ever found yourself thinking, “I’m so behind… My business isn’t working… Today was a waste as I got nothing done,” this episode is for you.In today’s solo episode, I dive into how binary thinking, though comforting on ...
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Episode 223
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28:32
Episode 222: What if Everything You Want, Wants You Back?
In this solo episode I’m sharing a powerful mindset shift inspired by a recent coaching session. If you’ve ever worried that desiring something - clients, success, connection - makes you selfish, this episode will change the way you see things....
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Episode 222
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18:49
Episode 221: The New Power Skills Introverts REALLY Need
The rules of success are shifting - fast. And the traits introverts were once told to “fix” are turning out to be the very ones the future demands.In this solo episode of The Ambitious Introvert®, I’m unpacking why deep thinkers...
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Episode 221
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23:19
Episode 220: Human Energy: The Secret to Thriving at Work with Josh Allan Dykstra
Have you ever felt like work is designed to drain your energy rather than build it? What if instead, your job could leave you feeling energized, focused, and in flow?On this week’s episode of The Ambitious Introvert®, I'm joined by Josh ...
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Episode 220
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35:06
Episode 219: Talk To Me Nice: The New Language of Trust in the Workplace with Minda Harts
What’s the real cost of broken trust at work? And how do introverts navigate environments that weren’t built with them in mind?In this episode of The Ambitious Introvert®, I’m joined by Minda Harts — speaker, professor, and bestselling ...
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Episode 219
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47:29
Episode 218: 3 Common Introvert Struggles (and How My Clients Solved Them)
Have you ever felt completely drained by endless notifications, struggled to understand why you're exhausted despite "not doing very much," or overlooked your own massive achievements until someone else pointed them out?In this solo epis...
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Episode 218
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23:33
Episode 217: How the Introvert Brain Really Works (And Why It Matters)
Ever feel like your brain just works differently - like how you need more space, more quiet, or more time to think? In this solo episode of The Ambitious Introvert®, I’m diving into some fascinating (and science-backed) reason...
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Episode 217
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14:54
Episode 216: The Real Power of Resilience: Thriving Through Life’s Toughest Moments with Krista Ryan
What if the hardest thing you've ever faced ended up being the biggest gift of your life?My guest on The Ambitious Introvert® this week is Krista Ryan – a Workplace Performance expert, speaker, coach, and former HR director who ...
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Episode 216
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47:58
Episode 215: What Lando Norris’ Social Media Exit Teaches Us About Quiet Power
When one of the world’s top F1 drivers publicly calls social media a “waste of time and energy”, it’s worth paying attention.In this solo episode, I break down Lando Norris’ decision to step away from social media - not because of burnou...
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Episode 215
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23:05
Episode 214: AI, Ethics & Productivity: A Smarter Way to Work with Dan Chuparkoff
We hear a lot about AI replacing humans, but what if it could actually help us become more human in the best possible ways?In this episode of The Ambitious Introvert®, I’m joined by Dan Chuparkoff - one of the world’s l...
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Episode 214
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54:00
Episode 213: Meet My Clients: The Psychology Behind Big Change with Meg Trucano Ph.D
Have you ever felt trapped in a life that looks great on paper but leaves you feeling unfulfilled? Making a major change can feel terrifying - but what if fear isn’t a stop sign, but a signal that you're on the right path?My guest on thi...
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Episode 213
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41:21
Episode 212: How to Build a Braver Life (and Team) with Jim Moorhead
Have you ever thought bravery was something some people were just born with? That it only shows up during a crisis - or that it's not really relevant to your everyday life or work? My guest on this episode of The Ambitious Introver...
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Episode 212
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33:18
Episode 211: Escaping the Burnout Trap: Work, Rest & Rethinking Success with Maegan Megginson
Burnout is shifting - it’s not just exhaustion anymore, but overworking to the point of depletion. In this episode, I talk to Maegan Megginson, a Business Mentor, Licensed Therapist, and host of Deeply Rested, to unpack what burnout re...
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Episode 211
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51:37
Episode 210: Lead Like a Unicorn with Jennifer ‘Jen’ Kem
What if having the right team was the secret to launching big ideas - without burning out? In this episode, I chat with Jen Kem, a Forbes-recognized brand strategist who’s worked with powerhouse brands like Oprah Winfrey Network, Oracl...
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Episode 210
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55:17
Episode 209: Leadership, Company Culture & The Power of Introverts with Chris Dyer
In this episode of The Ambitious Introvert® Podcast, I’m joined by Chris Dyer, a globally recognized expert on company culture and remote work. As a former CEO leading thousands of employees, Chris has built award-winning workplaces, earning re...
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Episode 209
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36:52
Episode 208: Balancing Leadership and Life with Nicky Lowe
In this episode, I sit down with Nicky Lowe, CEO of Luminate Group and Founder of Wisdom For Working Mums. Nicky is an award-winning executive coach and leadership consultant who has spent the past 18 years helping leaders in some of the world’...
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34:57
Episode 207: Stop Being So Mean to Yourself! Time to Rethink Your Self Talk
Ever notice how you're your own worst critic? Do you talk to yourself in ways you’d NEVER speak to another human? This episode is all about self-compassion - what it really means, the latest research behind it, and how it can transform both you...
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41:22
Episode 206: Meet My Clients: From Idea to Book Through Mindset, Energy and Strategy with Nicole Kepic
In this episode of The Ambitious Introvert® Podcast, I reconnect with my amazing former client Nicole Kepic, almost three years after we worked together. Nicole is a talented copywriter with over 20 years of experience writing for major brands ...
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Episode 206
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40:08
Episode 205: Discovering Your 'Zone of Genius' with Gay Hendricks
Ever wondered what it really takes to thrive in your “Zone of Genius”? In this episode, I sit down with the incredible Gay Hendricks, a true legend in personal growth and relationship transformation. You might know him from his bestselling book...
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Episode 205
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49:15
Episode 204: Reflect and Reclaim: Own Your Energy® for 2025
As an ambitious introvert, your energy is your most precious resource - and how you use it can make or break your success. In this solo episode, I’m sharing a powerful end-of-year practice that will set you up for an energised 2025. <...
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Episode 204
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9:18
Episode 203: From Burnout to Balance with Amanda Riffee
Ever feel like you're only seeing the highlight reel of other people's success? This episode of The Ambitious Introvert® pulls back the curtain as I chat with Amanda Riffee, an internationally recognised coach for women, event speaker, and host...
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Episode 203
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36:14
Episode 202: Passive Dreams vs Active Results: How to Take Aligned Action Toward Your Goals
Are you taking aligned, meaningful action toward your goals, or are you stuck in passive ‘dreaming’? In this solo episode of The Ambitious Introvert® Podcast I explore the difference between active and passive approaches to achieving what you w...
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Episode 202
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15:42
Episode 201: Stand Out without Shouting: Building Influence as an Introvert with Jessica Chen
Ever been told ‘just speak up more’ but weren’t sure how? Or sat in a meeting feeling like you’re happy just observing and don’t want to ‘add to the noise’? If so, this episode is for you!I interviewed global communication expert and bes...
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Episode 201
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33:20