How an Introverted Entrepreneur Accidentally Discovered the Critical Effect of His Personality on His Business
If you are an introvert wishing to start a business, I can't think of a worse way to mess it up than to completely disregard the effect of your personality on its success.
In fact, that's exactly how I messed up my business. I launched a venture suited for an extrovert, not even once asking myself whether I could handle it with my deeply introverted nature.
Would you like to avoid a major screw-up and start a business that fits your personality?
Don't reply. I know your answer.
I wrote this book to help you avoid the mistakes I made and teach you the proper way to start a business as an introvert. I will share with you the lessons and observations every introverted businessperson should consider before pursuing a new venture.
If you skip this step, chances are that your business will fail much sooner than you think – and the only person at fault would be you.
I was there, and let me tell you, it ain't pretty.
Let me help you learn how to make the most out of your strengths to start a successful introvert-friendly business. Here are just some of the things you will learn from the book:
- your 5 main strengths to help you become an entrepreneur. Just one of these strengths is more potent than any other business skill, yet you're probably not aware of it. (Chapter 1)
- your 5 most harmful weaknesses that can affect your business. Learn which weaknesses can ruin your business endeavors and how to prevent it from happening. Even with the most genius business idea and perfect execution, you can fail when exhibiting one of these weaknesses. (Chapter 2)
- how to lead your company as an introvert. Hint: many successful entrepreneurs, including extroverts, do something entirely different than most people. And it's introvert-friendly, too. (Chapter 3)
- 5 key attributes of a good business partner for an introvert. If you don't want to go it alone, learn how to choose the right partner. Just one of these traits can either make or break your partnership. (Chapter 4)
- how to promote yourself and network as an introvert. Most introverts possess a powerful skill that can help them promote their business without networking the old-school, extrovert-friendly way. (Chapter 5)
- 5 attributes of introvert-friendly businesses. Before you launch a new venture, ask yourself how well it fits your personality. Don't leave this question for later – unless you want to find yourself trapped in a business that sucks your soul. (Chapter 6)
- 9 introvert-friendly business models to consider. Learn what types of ventures fit the introverted personality best and increase your chances of success. (Chapter 6)
- 5 introvert-friendly ways to come up with business ideas. If you're yet to come up with a business idea, you'll learn how to research potential opportunities and find out if they have legs. The process of validating a business before you start it can save you thousands of dollars and hundreds of hours. (Chapter 7)
