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Why visibility matters

“I have to be seen to be believed” is a quote attributed to Queen Elizabeth II, and yet it’s also very relevant for small business owners.   Because one of the most successful ways to market our services, attract an audience and earn more money is to be more visible.   A few years ago, I was approached by an international organisation to work with them, followin[...]

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It’s interesting what you can achieve with self-discipline

When I was an employee, I had to get to work on time, meet project deadlines and produce results.   I couldn’t make excuses and not show up, if I wanted to keep my job and get paid.   And yet, when I started working for myself, I noticed how easy it was to avoid taking action, procrastinate and let things drift along!   Especially when I wasn't feeling go[...]

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The Empowered Female Entrepreneur: Group Programme

Although I was excited to leave my corporate role and set up my own business, as a solo business owner I felt very lonely!   I missed having people around me to discuss ideas, engage in daily chats, meet over lunch and go for drinks after work.   So, even though I'm naturally more of an introvert, it became, and continues to be, a priority and focus for me to create a[...]

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How I plan for success

  Do you get excited about new intentions, goals, or resolutions, but then find life takes over and they become harder to sustain?   Having tried lots of methods, I’ve adopted a new approach to planning, which has boosted my productivity (even when unexpected life events have happened along the way), helped minimise distractions and saved me time....   This[...]

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How to embrace selling!

How do you feel about selling your products or services? 😉 It may feel uncomfortable for some of us, but it's a skill which is really important; especially in the current economic climate. As well as the practical aspects of promotions and sales, your personal energy and mindset is key. To embrace your inner sales person here are some tips to consider... ~ Be aware of a[...]

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10 tips for business success!

Each of us will discover our own path to success, but here are 10 tips for business success that I've learned along the way... 1. Innovation is key for survival in all areas of life 2. The best thing about stepping out of the comfort zone is that’s where things start to happen! 3. Focus on revenue generating ideas. Although the results may not be as immediate as the usual day to[...]