Why do some of our best ideas come in the shower? Why can we solve the problems of the world over wine? I have a theory that ideas come out of the blue when we are relaxed and in a mind set where anything is possible. We don’t ask why? – we just ask why…
Business PreNuptials Many people go into business with their life partners, friends or family members. Businesses can be inherited by children graciously or reluctantly. There can be guilt, loyalty or expectation tied up with inherent corporate knowledge or laziness. Not all of these partnerships work and can become complicated as the business grows, changes focus or…
Have you considered using promotional products as a marketing strategy for your business? I have come across a lot of promotional products in my time. Lugging home wads of paper and products from conferences, presentations and breakfast. Some of them go straight to the recycling bin, others gater dust in far off cupboards. Some are clever,…
One of my clients (Anna from #The Big Freeze), is currently seeking partners for her event to be held next June (an amazing winter festival for families who want to experience snow). Many businesses get approached to sponsor events, activities, teams or charities. I have been on the giving and receiving end of event management partnerships. I…
At the #smalbizfest event held yesterday there were a couple of consistent yet contradictory themes across each of the key presenters (and the MC). I find it can be hard for small business owner to convert the messages from executives of large corporates with big budgets or successful business owners who started in a space much…
You have to have it. What is ‘it’? ‘It’ is the ability to present your idea, your vision, your goals. Presentation skills are a requirement of the modern entrepreneur. While many of us are happy to hide behind a keyboard for most of the day – eventually if you want to build a successful business…