Embracing Authenticity - Creative Entrepreneurship with Maria O'Neill
In this episode of From the Podcast Studio Glasgow, Mark, co-founder of the Podcast Studio Glasgow, is joined by Maria O'Neill, a stationer, stylist and storyteller.
Maria shares her journey of starting her business during the COVID lockdown, her collaborations with high-profile brands like Joe Malone, and her insights into personality types, journaling, and the challenges faced by introverts in social situations.
They discuss the importance of being one's authentic self, navigating social pressures, and the dynamics of introversion and extroversion in personal and professional settings. Maria also shares her experiences in creating luxury event designs and her plans for the future of her business.
00:00 Introduction
00:58 Starting the Conversation: Overcoming Interview Challenges
01:37 Mark's Journey: From Window Cleaner to Podcast Studio Owner
03:15 Escaping a High-Control Religious Group
04:49 The Importance of Authenticity and Self-Discovery
12:06 Journaling: A Tool for Self-Reflection
20:38 Networking as an Introvert
24:38 Debunking Introvert Myths
24:55 Understanding Ambiverts
25:43 Personality Tests and INFG
27:28 Advocacy and INFJ Traits
28:15 The Impact of Sarah Everard's Case
29:28 Judging and Intuition in INFJ
30:21 Trusting Your Gut Instinct
35:46 Turning Passion into a Business
36:59 The Art of Stationery Design
40:32 Learning and Growing a Business
50:21 Future Goals and Collaborations
52:11 Where to Find Maria Elizabeth Designs
