Do you notice how many businesses are vying for our attention - presents, clothes, services and programmes - every day? It can feel very overwhelming... However, if you're like me there are certain companies and brands that I prefer above all others. They draw me back time and time again. In a sense they are irresistible - tempting, desirable, enticing and appealing! Even though we each have our own personal preferences and reasons when making a purchase, I believe there are some aspects we can adopt and adapt for o[...]
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business coaching for female entrepreneurs
0 Do you feel that days, weeks and months seem to pass so quickly? I've barely caught up with September and now it's October! Last week I spent a few days in Yorkshire exploring the beautiful landscape and this quote by Wayne Dyer really resonated with me ... "Become slower in your journey through life. Practice yoga and meditation if you suffer from 'hurry sickness.' Become more introspective by visiting quiet places such as churches, museums, mountains and lakes. Give yourself permission to read at least one novel a month for pleasure." &n[...]
The route to success in business is not just about doing what you love and enjoy. Like an Olympic athlete it requires resolution, determination and endurance to succeed. As well as a willingness to take risks, a commitment to consistent actions and most importantly the persistence to keep going. Sadly, I've seen many entrepreneurs give up too soon, having become discouraged and disheartened by challenges and setbacks. They feel exhausted and disillusioned by the time and effort required to build and grow a profitable business. Whether you are just[...]
Being a business owner requires a LOT of mental, physical and emotional energy. Even if you have a supportive team around you, ultimately you are responsible and accountable for your business results. This means you have to maintain peak performance, for most if not all of the time, no matter what may be happening. You have to have enough energy to meet deadlines and get the work done, you have to be at your best to serve existing and potential clients and you have to have clarity and focus when making important business decisions. That's why it[...]
Being successful in business today involves much more than the latest marketing, branding and sales techniques. To get to the next level requires a big shift in energy, mindset and attitude. However, I know that maintaining a positive focus when faced with challenges, disappointments and setbacks can be difficult. Which is why creating the right environment for you and your business will not only help you attract more opportunities but will also see you through any tough times along the way. Here are my top recommendations that will over time shape[...]
Although we would all love to be stress free, inevitably when running a business we face setbacks, whether at home or work. Some of these might be relatively minor while others are on a much larger scale. Whatever you may be experiencing now or may yet face it’s important to know how to handle problems in a way that helps build strength and most importantly resilience. Resilience is a skill that we can develop as it gives us the capacity to overcome problems and setbacks. It doesn’t mean that we experience things as any less difficult or upsett[...]
One of my favourite quotes by Steve Martin is 'be so good they can't ignore you'. I expect we all aim for this in our work. However, as there are growing numbers of entrepreneurs and small businesses (there is a lot of choice out there!) I'm always thinking about what else will make offers and services even more irresistible to potential clients. Irresistible offers will help you... ~ Stand out from the crowd. Rather than being bland you'll be known for something special ~ Increase the likelihood of referrals as your offer will be remembered mo[...]
Social media has been a great way for me to connect, share and communicate with people around the world and to work with clients who I might never have had the opportunity to meet. I’m really grateful that this has enabled me to learn more and grow my business internationally. However I’ve noticed that increasingly I’m becoming more digitally distracted and from conversations with others, it seems I’m not the only one! There is a definite downside to all this on line activity which is … ~ Feeling that yo[...]
Do you love books? I'm running out of space for all of mine! This year I made the decision to read more literature rather than personal development and business books. However, I am reading an interesting book at the moment called Women who Brand by Catherine Kupta. Having a personal brand has become even more important in a world where social media dominates many of our interactions with others. Being liked counts a lot these days! One important concept Catherine writes about is 'emotion[...]
Many of us want to do more, have more and become more. Yet, I know how frustrating it can be when despite all your desires and intentions it feels like nothing much has changed. Why is it that some people reach their goals in 6 months while the rest of us take years? There may be various reasons such as knowledge, experience, connections and confidence. But there is one simple method that will help you achieve more in less time and that’s ….routine! Having a routine doesn’t sound very exciting bu[...]