How to Succeed Online as an Introvert
The only way you can succeed online is if you are an extrovert.
Okay, I'm totally kidding on that one but keep reading.
A common misconception that people have about me is that I am "naturally confident" and that it's okay for me to be visible online, show up and serve my audience and create success in my business because I have this natural gift.
That I'm lucky that I don't feel fear or get scared. "It's okay for you" I hear.
The reality couldn't be further from the truth. I never wanted to have a business where I was the sole focus. I never wanted to have a “personal brand” so to speak.
That came as a by-product of my decision to focus my energy on building a business I am PASSIONATE about.
When I knew that I loved coaching, I had to get out of my comfort zone big time.
Being in the spotlight was REALLY difficult for me.
For a start, I grew up in a culture where girls were not encouraged to go after their dreams or show up in any way. The complete opposite in fact. I was told to stay back, not to draw attention on myself, fade into the background, be INVISIBLE.
You can't get a bigger visibility block than that!
When I started my first business (in legal recruitment) I literally had no pictures of myself on my website and had all these generic stock photos instead (*cringe) because I couldn't get my head around the idea of putting my face "out there".
Being visible and creating a personal brand has been an adjustment, gradual progress, and a result of doing the mindset work every day to shift the beliefs from "I don't deserve to be seen" to "I have a powerful message to share that I WILL get out there.
This is why I'm so passionate about helping those women like me who grew up believing that they didn't have a voice, who know they have a powerful message to share but feel held back by society and culture and beliefs.
It's why I do the work I do.
Being visible and being comfortable with being seen is such an important part of getting your message out there. You can read the post about 4 Ways to Overcome Visibility Blocks and Attract Your Ideal Clients To You here.
If you have a big message to share but right now you’re afraid of being visible, sharing your true essence, and are instead sharing a watered-down version of you then let's talk. I'm accepting applications for my 1-1 Coaching Program from women that are powerful on the inside & are ready to rise up and be seen. You can apply for a call here.
Hey, I'm Tasmin! I'm a Mindset & Business Confidence Coach for new and aspiring female entrepreneurs. I help overcome their fears and ramp up their confidence so that they can escape the corporate drudgery and create a life and business on their terms.
Want to chat about how I can help you? Apply for a Free Session with me here. I'm excited to talk to you :-)
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