We all respond differently to the challenges and setbacks in our lives and businesses. Over the years, and especially during the past 10 months, I’ve learned the importance of being resourceful, creative, patient and resilient. Here are few things which have helped me … ~ Although not everything is in our control, in our day to day lives we can take action, try out new ideas and different ways of living and working. The way we do business is changing and this can offer opportunities as well. ~ Set achievab[...]
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business coaching for female entrepreneurs
0 We had a lovely class with Anneliese Wells, BirchwoodYoga, last week on How to Destress your Midlife. Anneliese shared her knowledge and experience with simple tools we can use to help manage daily stress. I think many of us put so much pressure on ourselves to keep doing stuff, but, as in nature, we have seasons in our lives and our work. Sometimes we just have to know and accept when we are in Winter and allow time to recover and prepare for the Spring and Summer. If you would like to be notified about future classes and networking events[...]
Neuroscience has shown that a lack of sleep can change and age your brain. Which is not great if you have a business to run! While good sleep can help wash away the ageing toxins, effectively ‘shampooing’ your brain! Sleep is a key element of our overall wellbeing and something that I'm always looking at ways to improve. As well as keeping to a bedtime routine, avoiding phones/computers late in the evening and eating early in the evening, I also ... 😴 Massage Serenity Restful Essen[...]
Have you experienced Zoom Gloom or Video Fatigue, from too much time spent interacting with others virtually? Apparently, it can be quite hard on the brain, as we try to focus on and process lots of information on a screen. As I host virtual classes and speak to friends, family, colleagues and clients on-line here are a few things I've tried to help stay fresh and alert during my calls.... Increase your oxygen levels using breathing exercises, spending time outside or opening a window Taking calls, if possible, from different places in your home ca[...]
I'm a great believer in synchronicity and manifesting! Last year I made the decision to increase my visibility and learn more about story telling and video. Then, purely by chance, I came across April Adams Pertuis who mentors a thriving global community called Lightbeamers. I recommend checking her out! Through her coaching and mentoring April generously shares her knowledge, experience and expertise, as a TV Journalist, Video Producer, Writer and Speaker Initially, I signed up for one of April's challenges and then joined her private membershi[...]
Do you use video in your business? After some resistance I finally started showing up on Facebook with video! I know many of you are well ahead in this area, but, I had all sorts of excuses – what to say, how to use the technology, what would I look and sound like, I could be doing other things, what if I get negative feedback! I really had to manage my mindset around this. However, I faced up to the fact that if I ask my clients to do something then it’s important that I know what’s involved. &nbs[...]
I love to give and receive testimonials so I was thrilled to receive this testimonial from Jemma Watts, who is a very talented and successful photographer. She wanted to expand her business into new areas offering workshops for individuals, mentoring creatives and designing online photography courses. I love taking photos so it was fantastic to work with Jemma. "I first met Susan back in 2011 and started working with her to get my business back on track after some time out. It was a huge success and my business went[...]
I hope you're enjoying the summer months! I've been busy taking a few short courses to learn more about Instagram, LinkedIn, and video. And I completed one on personal style which was fun and made me realise I have (for the moment) enough clothes to wear! Last month I hosted a free call on How to Design Client Attractive offers, which proved to be a popular topic. In case you missed it and would like to know more, I've summarised below some of the key points (not everything as there is too much for one[...]
There are so many ways to market our businesses that it can lead to frustration and overwhelm – and possibly meltdown if you try to do too many. What I’ve learned, particularly with social media, that it’s best to get established on one platform, (before moving on to another), to focus on where your tribe hangs out, develop your community and not try to be everywhere all the time. Plus, choose a context which feels right for you and where you can add value. The one platform that I’m loving at the moment is Insta[...]
I wonder what your experience is of being seen and visible in your business? If like many of us you have some fear around this it may mean that you play small, you procrastinate, you don’t follow through, you don’t feel you have anything unique to say so you don’t share and consequently your business growth is slow The more we can name this and make it conscious the more we have the power to transform and evolve it into the possibility of having more success, clients and fulfillment in our work. If visib[...]