January,2009

When the going gets tough…

When the going gets tough…

“Without bloody-minded determination and persistence you don’t achieve success.” These are the words of Mandy Haberman, the inventor of the Anyway Up cup. And from the interviews that I have conducted recently with successful entrepreneurs, it [...]

Two heads are better than one – how to hire an intern

Two heads are better than one – how to hire an intern

One of the biggest challenges for small business owners have is not having enough time to do everything that needs to be done.  And initially, not having enough money to recruit someone to fill the gaps.  [...]

Bootstrapping your way to success

Bootstrapping your way to success

Economic downturns tend to be self fulfilling. We all help to drive market conditions, so if we all decide to ‘batten down the hatches’, and become more risk averse we all contribute to prolonging a downturn. [...]

Top tips for getting more business through networking

Top tips for getting more business through networking

No matter how successful your business is right now, don’t overlook the fact that networking is an integral part of keeping that success going. Many businesses fail to recognise the importance of networking. When you have [...]

Taking care of the finances – resources and solutions

Taking care of the finances – resources and solutions

I often speak about the golden triangle in business. This is the simple triangle that helps to keep your head and your business in order. It goes like this; try to spend equal amounts of your [...]

Create your own vision board to kickstart your success

Create your own vision board to kickstart your success

You are the author… just add dreams! Vision boards or goal boards are a great way to create a visual representation of the things that you want to achieve in your life and your business.   They have been [...]

Why business planning is not just for startups

Why business planning is not just for startups

One of the greatest misconceptions about business planning is that a business plan is useful only for start-ups. While start-up companies are indeed one significant segment of business planners, business planning is being utilised by an [...]

Neo Consciousness – Do you want to make a difference in the World?

February 26, 2009. London. An event you must attend! Your world needs you! 2009 is the YEAR for YOU! In these chaotic times, we have to make changes. Simple is better!! Neo Consciousness 26 February 2009 [...]

Motivating yourself for success in business

Motivating yourself for success in business

There is a tremendous feeling of satisfaction when you have achieved a challenging goal. It could be reaching the North Pole or winning a new client, but nevertheless that feeling of success can provide the motivation [...]

7 steps to creating the right impression

7 steps to creating the right impression

You only get one chance to create a first impression. To make sure it’s the right one, follow these 7 steps that will have people meeting you, liking you and, critically, wanting to do business with [...]