Insights, Education, Tips and Strategies For your Business

As you probably know, being a business owner isn’t always pretty or fun, especially as you juggle the tension between working “on” the business and “in” the business – and that's why a vision statement is SO important.

This blog explores the importance of employee feedback, providing practical steps on how to deliver it effectively to enhance team performance and morale. It addresses common hesitations and offers strategies for small business owners to give constructive feedback gracefully.

This blog focuses on the leadership tool of inclusivity in small businesses, showcasing how involving employees in decision-making processes enhances engagement, innovation, and overall business performance.

As you probably know, being a business owner isn’t always pretty or fun, especially as you juggle the tension between working “on” the business and “in” the business – and that's why a vision statement is SO important.

Looking to hire individuals whose values align with your business? Remember the importance of attitudes over skills when making hiring decisions.

The key to business success lies in having both a strong mindset and a clear, structured plan to achieve your goals – does your business have both?

The red brain/green brain concept in sales and marketing emphasises combining logical and emotional appeals to connect with customers, leading to better relationships and increased revenue – how? Read on.

In 2012 Google launched Project Aristotle to uncover the secrets of team success. They found psychological safety, dependability, structure, meaning, and impact were key. Teams thriving on these dynamics excelled in performance and engagement, revolutionising Google's approach to teamwork.

As we wrap up 2017, I reflected on my journey and the lesson, "How you do one thing is how you do everything." A recent encounter at a networking event cemented this philosophy for me. Let's set higher standards for 2018. What needs to change now for the life you want?

This post is a reminder, and I hope it gives you permission to pause. Take a moment to step out of the weeds of your day and reflect on whether your time is being invested in the right places.

Are you getting the results you want in business and life? Are you taking 100% responsibility for those results, or are you playing the blame game? Let's find out together in this blog post.

Money, money, money…. How does an inanimate object have so much power over so many? The one pattern that I have coached more business owners on than almost anything else is poor money beliefs and the impact that they have on the success of their business.

This blog discusses the significance of values-based businesses, highlighting the tangible benefits like customer loyalty, employee engagement, brand differentiation, and long-term success. It provides insights into implementing a values-based strategy and explores current trends.

Check out how Zappos used the principles of Ikigai to boost productivity, employee engagement, exceptional customer loyalty and sustained growth.

Check out this Youtube video on organisational culture, its impact on business success, and the critical role of business values. It provides practical steps to assess and improve your organisational culture, emphasising the importance of aligning values with business goals.

This blog explores the concept of organisational culture, its impact on business success, and the critical role of business values. It provides practical steps to assess and improve your organisational culture, emphasising the importance of aligning values with business goals.

Small business owner feeling burnt out? This blog will show you how to reignite your passion using Ikigai. Learn practical strategies to reconnect with your purpose, enhance work-life balance, and foster business growth. Rediscover your spark today!

This blog is inspired by Episode 58 of Practising The Art of Small Business – Are you too nice, just nice or not nice enough?

This video is designed for business owners facing the exciting but challenging time of growing their team. In it I present five essential strategies to ensure success.