Guest Post by Andrea Weber

Welcome to a special edition of the HSP Blog showcasing Special Guest Speaker Interview with George Kao and Andrea Weber.

These events are usually held exclusively for our HSPs in Heart-Centered Business Group Members but we’ve decided to share this one here to give a glimpse into the many benefits of joining the Business Group within the Sensitive Empowerment Community.

George has been one of several guest speakers we’ve been privileged to host around the theme of marketing for HSP solopreneurs throughout 2023. 

This insightful interview covers the following:

• How to maintain good business practice during times of change and transition

• Why it's important to create consistent authentic content and distribute widely

• "Public journaling, outer service" and "creativity fitness"

• Why George uses no CTA (call to action) in 80% of his content

• Why an audience is sometimes silent and why various responses are received for different content postings

• George's 3 favorite strategies to grow an audience

• Embracing your own "energy signature"

• The benefits of engagement with a warm audience

• How to take people on a journey with you while sharing vulnerabilities

Since 2009, George Kao has been a trusted advisor for HSP solopreneurs creating a business that is ethical, fulfilling and sustainable and has taught thousands of people around the world through webinars, coaching sessions and online courses. George was so incredibly generous with his time and teachings and the video will now be available in our Business Group Library, along with many other interviews and meeting summaries that can be accessed at any time by our business group members.

We’ve also introduced Business Group Book Club Meets this year and prior to the interview here with George, we had reviewed the 2nd edition of ‘Authentic Selling - How to Gain New Clients Through Connection, Caring, and Service’ which was such a beneficial, practical and enjoyable read. 

In addition to our Special Guest Interviews and Book Club Meets, Business Group members enjoy the following benefits:

• Member-hosted events, meetings and casual online meet-ups to discuss and share topics of interest

• Gain access to feedback, support and encouragement from like-minded HSPs in a non-judgmental and non-competitive space

• Increased motivation and inspiration to achieve visions, goals and intentions on a month-to-month basis

• Opportunity to share business wins and successes

• Gaining practical solutions to the day-to-day challenges of running a business

• Participation in business polls to help determine accessible events and resources

Following a 3 month consecutive membership, the following benefits apply:

• Opportunity to be published in the HSP Blog sharing bio, business links and affiliate links for Julie Bjelland.

• Listings in our online Directories including the HSP Practitioner Directory, HSPs to Interview Directory or the HSP Business Directory giving access to a global audience through Julie's website and newsletter communications.

• Opportunity for self-hosting of events sharing business links, bio and special offers.

Solo entrepreneurs are often unsure of who to turn to for suggestions or feedback, especially when a business is only new. Joining the Business Group gives members all these fundamentals from HSP business owners who have been there, done that and are actively pursuing their business dreams and visions. 

Joining the Business Group also serves as a valuable guide for what questions to ask and what to be mindful of should the services of external consultants be used, ensuring the right decisions are made for you and your business.

Julie Bjelland also has specific resources for business owners including the free Heart Centred Online Business Masterclass and the self-paced Heart Centred Business Course.

If you are looking for guidance, inspiration and support in running your heart-centered business, we look forward to you finding value in the many resources you’ll receive as a business group member.

Andrea Weber is the Business Group and Events Coordinator for the Sensitive Empowerment Community and supports those managing electrical, chemical, light, noise and mold sensitivities. Please visit expansivehappiness.com, to read informative posts and articles and learn how the Self-empowered Sensitivity Management Program can help with day-to-day living for environmentally sensitive people.