#HighlySensitivePeople #Introverts: Would you like to be self-employed? A lot of sensitive and introverted people tell me they dream about working for themselves.But here’s something we don’t say enough: Self-employment isn’t just a career choice for many of us — it’s a nervous-system choice. It’s not about “being your own boss.”It’s about finally working in a way that doesn’t drain you, overstimulate you, or slowly erode your confidence. But (unpopular truth):Self-employment isn’t automatically easier.It just demands a different kind of strength — and highly sensitive people have that strength, just not in the traditional, loud, hustle-based way. So if you’re considering self-employment, here’s some unconventional advice: 1. Don’t chase a “business idea.” Chase what feels emotionally sustainable.If your business drains you, your nervous system will…

Do you take advantage of these important highly sensitive person traits? Here's some information that will get you to think more about this question. Shark Tank judge Robert Herjavec shared some business insights with Steve Strauss of USA Today. Q: You started with so little and became incredibly successful in business. What do you think you did right? Robert Herjavec: There really is no silver bullet. What it took, and what it takes, is constant perseverance. You have to strive to be a little bit better every day. When I was a waiter, I wanted to be the best waiter I could be and worked to be better at it every day. You know, eventually we all get our asses kicked, so what you have…

What are some characteristics of achievers? I’m going to list a few of mine. I’m sure that you can relate to some of them as a highly sensitive person. They are as follows:

• More concerned about personal achievement than the rewards of success. I get great satisfaction from doing something well. The monetary reward is secondary, though I’m not against making money and enjoying the benefits and freedom that it provides. (more…)