Beth Buelow - The Introvert Entrepreneur: Amplify Your Strengths and Create Success on Your Own Terms

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The Introvert Entrepreneur

Filled with powerful stories from entrepreneurs in all stages of business, along with actionable advice, this book is an essential resource for introverts who choose to follow their entrepreneurial vision and carve out their own unique path.

Susan Cain, cofounder of Quiet Revolution LLC and New York Times bestselling author of Quiet: The Power of Introverts in a World That Cant Stop Talking

As a longtime introvert entrepreneur, I was thrilled to discover a toolkit of resources for others like me. This book shows how you can go your own way while still being true to yourself. You can be successful in business without shoutingand you dont have to attend those boring networking events either.

Chris Guillebeau, New York Times bestselling author of The $100 Startup and The Happiness of Pursuit

I have always loved listening to Beth Buelows engaging podcasts. What a treat it is for all of us to learn from her in this well-written and practical book. If you think only extroverts can sell or lead thriving businesses, you will change your mind after reading The Introvert Entrepreneur. Interested in joining the growing ranks of entrepreneurs? This book is the definitive guide to have at your side.

Jennifer B. Kahnweiler, PhD, author of Quiet Influence, The Introverted Leader, and The Genius of Opposites

Having followed Beths work and then reading The Introvert Entrepreneur, Ive realized that many of my ways of engaging with introverts were always based on my preferences rather than considering theirs. Now armed with increased understanding, Ive changed my style and am getting better results in my communications with them. This book now has a permanent home on my desk as a valuable reference.

Christopher Flett, founder of Ghost CEO and author of What Men Dont Tell Women About Business and Market Shark

As an introvert, entrepreneur, and salesperson, I have been waiting for a book like this one. I just didnt know it. Beth Buelow provides the essential guidance and encouragement for those labeled as introverts with the passion to grow their businesses.

John E. Doerr, co-president of RAIN Group and author of Insight Selling: Surprising Research on What Sales Winners Do Differently

Beth Buelows gem of a book is a coach and mentor in your pocket that celebrates your strengths, facilitates your creative thinking, and cheers you along (quietly!), step by step, toward your entrepreneurial dreams. Buelow spurs you to unleash the best of what you have to offerfrom reflection to action, from your FUD (fear, uncertainty, doubt) to your prosperity perspective.

Nancy Ancowitz, author of Self-Promotion for Introverts

Finally, a book about entrepreneurship that celebrates the gifts, skills, and strengths of introverted business owners. The stories, tools, and frameworks will guide and support effective, sustainable business growth for introverts in every type of business.

Pamela Slim, author of Body of Work and Escape from Cubicle Nation

In this book, Beth takes you on a powerful journey, dismantling each of the destructive limiting beliefs that most of us introverts have about why we cant be successful entrepreneurs. This book is an empowering triumph for quiet leaders.

Rory Vaden, New York Times bestselling author of Take the Stairs and Procrastinate on Purpose

What introverted dreamer wouldnt want a smart, successful mentor available in the quiet of their living room? Beth Buelow is just that, and The Introvert Entrepreneur reaches introverts where they live: inside, with their hopes, fears, and questions. An indispensable guide.

Laurie Helgoe, PhD, author of Introvert Power: Why Your Inner Life Is Your Hidden Strength

With wisdom and compassion, Buelow teaches introverts not just how to survive the rigors of entrepreneurship but how their particular gifts and quiet strength can help them thrive and prosper.

Sophia Dembling, author of The Introverts Way and Introverts in Love

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THE INTROVERT ENTREPRENEUR

Copyright 2015 by Beth L. Buelow

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First edition: November 2015

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