The chief changemaker of Purple Pyjamas. She loves small business, big business and everything in between. She helps people solve problems through supporting them through change. She is an advocate for balance which is why yoga, walking, belly to belly conversation, good food and wine are non-negotiable parts of her life.

Passionate about business

Dispassionate or Passionate?

I went to a ‘start your own business’ presentation this week – yes as a mystery shopper – but also to meet some people.  (Please note I did openly tell the presenter my purpose and she loved it!) The presentation was great – I love it when you get that reinforcement that what you are…

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How to Brainstorm

How to brainstorm I’m often asked how I come up with so many ideas (the great ones are usually for other people!).  I love to bounce off other people and their train of thought, but sometimes you just have to put some attention to a problem or an issue by brainstorming. A brainstorm is a…

Starting a business

Discovery

Today is the day the Bizness Blitz March team start my Small Business Development Program and I am excited!!!  I so love the fun that come from learning and the opportunities that can come from business and I am thrilled with the group who have put their hands up to say ‘I want to start…

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Facebook Tips

The workshop with Sam Shazzam was another reminder about what Facebook is – it’s social media repeat ‘SOCIAL’ – and as a business we need to respect that when using it for promoting our business. As the woman behind Aldi Mum, School Mum and Good Funny Smart, as expected, Sam made some great points.  As…

Start your business today

“A year from now you will wish you had started today” Karen Lamb There will never be a day when you cross all the to do’s off your list and then say “Great, that’s all done now it’s time to start a business!” There are always things to do, events to get through, significant milestones…

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Mornings

I love the mornings.  Really early in the morning is set aside for Yoga, walking the dog, meditating, going to the gym or creeping around the house as quiet as I can getting jobs done.   In the mid-morning I power through my to do list, I have great ideas, get inspiration and I can type…