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Buoyant

The Entrepreneur’s Guide to Becoming Wildly Successful, Creative, and Free

Susie deVille

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Buoyant
Core Philosophy+
Journaling for Clarity+
The Five Ms of Creativity+
Overcoming Resistance+
Reclaiming Joy and Play+
Protecting Your Energy+
The Power of Small Steps+

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Question 1 of 7
According to the text, what is the most important investment an entrepreneur can make to overcome stagnation?
  • A. Discovering a secret strategy to hack their business growth
  • B. Investing in themselves to refill their well of creativity and energy
  • C. Working harder and pushing through anxiety to find a magic bullet
  • D. Hiring a team to take over day-to-day operations
Question 2 of 7
What is the primary purpose of identifying your 'anchors' in a journal?
  • A. To immediately solve all the problems weighing you down in business
  • B. To evaluate which business ideas are most likely to succeed
  • C. To articulate unresolved tasks and worries, which brings clarity and lightness
  • D. To create a strict schedule for completing avoided commitments
Question 3 of 7
Which of the following is NOT one of the 'Five Ms' recommended by the author to invite flow and inspiration?
  • A. Morning Pages
  • B. Movement
  • C. Making Something
  • D. Masterminding
Question 4 of 7
How does the author suggest entrepreneurs should view the appearance of 'Resistance'?
  • A. As a clear sign that an idea is destined to fail and should be abandoned
  • B. As a positive indicator that something meaningful and important is at stake
  • C. As a personal flaw that requires intense psychological therapy to fix
  • D. As an external market force that requires a pivot in business strategy
Question 5 of 7
Why is reconnecting with past joys and play considered essential for entrepreneurship?
  • A. It allows entrepreneurs to market their products to a younger demographic.
  • B. It distracts the entrepreneur from the inevitable financial losses of a startup.
  • C. It provides a structured way to compete with rival businesses.
  • D. It helps the brain make unexpected connections and solve problems in novel ways.
Question 6 of 7
What is the purpose of conducting an 'energy leak audit'?
  • A. To identify which interactions, habits, and ideas are draining your energy
  • B. To calculate the financial losses occurring in your business operations
  • C. To measure the physical calories burned during your workday
  • D. To determine which employees are not meeting their productivity quotas
Question 7 of 7
What does the 'law of accumulation' refer to in the context of entrepreneurial success?
  • A. The practice of accumulating as much capital as possible before launching a product
  • B. The idea that small, incremental actions compound over time to create extraordinary results
  • C. The necessity of hoarding business contacts and networking aggressively
  • D. The tendency for unresolved tasks to pile up and cause entrepreneurial burnout

Buoyant — Full Chapter Overview

Buoyant Summary & Overview

Buoyant (2023) is a guide for entrepreneurs and creators to overcome burnout and self-doubt by embracing creativity, curiosity, and self-trust as foundational practices for success. The book introduces art-focused tools and strategies to reconnect with one’s unique vision, voice, and genius, fostering authentic self-expression and innovation.

Who Should Listen to Buoyant?

  • Entrepreneurs ready to overcome burnout and unlock creativity
  • Leaders ready to embrace authenticity and inspiration
  • Perfectionists ready to open up to experimentation and play

About the Author: Susie deVille

Susie deVille is an entrepreneur, coach, and author dedicated to helping creatives and business leaders overcome self-doubt and burnout through the power of self-trust and creativity. With her art-inspired strategies and passion for cultivating curiosity, she empowers others to unlock their unique genius and build joyful, authentic lives and businesses.

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