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.

What is business?

We tend to overcomplicate business.  But having worked in micro businesses and international businesses, the core idea is the same.  Business is no more than buying and selling.  Traditionally this was called trading. Business stripped bare is nothing more than buying and selling.  As the business operator you have something to sell that’s different from…

The things they don’t teach you in school

Kids are natural entrepreneurs. They see opportunity at ever angle. They work out really young how to get noticed, how to negotiate, how to manipulate, take shortcuts and the best strategies to get what they want. Great entrepreneurial characteristics don’t you think? Slowly the entrepreneurial spirit can get worn down by the resounding sounds of…

australian change

Demand Change

The Next Time You Go Shopping Demand More Change! I don’t really think there has been an entrepreneur quite like Anita Roddick.  Her wicked sense of humour, her relentless pursuit of positive change and her upfront honesty influenced The Body Shop culture in enduring way. She was a trailblazer for banning animal testing in the…

Business Plan Contents

10 tips to start a business plan.

If you’ve ever read a book by #Anita Roddick or #Richard Branson or numerous other entrepreneurs you may get the feeling that a business plan is not worth the paper it’s written on. If you are reading this blog I dare say you do not have the luck or resources of these great entrepreneurs and…