As the year draws to a close and most people prepare for Christmas. I am preparing for the arrival of my first child. A daunting prospect but a happy occasion none the less.
For the last five years I have been building my own business with the intention that it would be flexible, among other things, and work in unison with family life. Read more...
It's really important to lay the foundation of your business before you even start. Here I talk about the second question you need to know the answer to in order to start off well.
Number 2: Who am I going to add value to? Read more...
There are some things you need to know before starting a business. And these things might strike you as basic, but you would be really surprised by how many people call me to brief me on designing their branding, and they don't know these things about themselves or their business venture. Read more...
What does success look like to you? Success is a very personal matter. There is a common belief that it is about money, fame and power. I've been on a bit of a mission to redefine success in my life. Whilst we all would like more money it doesn't necessarily lead to a more fulfilling life. Read more...
Recently I was asked 'how do you balance life and work?'. This is a question I think a lot of us ask. And I think it is based around the belief that we must do it all – have the career, the partner, the house, the kids, the business, the car, the holidays etc and maintain a healthy life. Read more...
I'm on the look out for new projects; are you an energetic, visionary business owner? Are you looking to communicate more effectively with your audience? I have the answer for you...
I empower business owners to confidently communicate with their audience. Read more...
Be consistent. Being consistent helps to build trust. You build a relationship by consistently over time, every day, every week adding to the relationship. Keep turning up. Consistency creates reliability.
Don't underestimate the power of reliability. In a world where people are consumers and can be fickle, let's cultivate a culture of being consistent. Read more...
Today I want to talk to you about excellence. In everything you do, do it with a spirit of excellence. Excellence doesn't mean perfect, but it does mean doing things the best way possible with the highest quality.
Every business makes mistakes, how you resolve the issue will determine whether your client comes back or not. Read more...
Be intentional! Yesterday I wrote about making time, quality time, for your clients and with that time I want you to be intentional. Really think about the relationship and how you can help them, how you can add value. Respect their time and don't waste it or yours. Read more...