Have you ever had the situation where you’ve lost a new prospect or even an existing client to a competitor that has not only undercut you in price but also offered an inferior service? Being undercut by less scrupulous competitors is a challenge virtually every business owner will face. Whether it’s a copycat trying to …
Do you feel like your business is being pulled in all directions and you’re struggling to rein it back in and take control? Do you feel like like the captain of your ship and more like a passenger in your rapidly changing business? Taking control isn’t always easy, but with the right strategies, you can …
Its hard to believe that just over 40 days ago, I was meeting with my team to discuss the concept for the rebrand of my first clinic. My baby (the ‘makeover clinic’ where it all started) was about to get its own makeover! Whether you’re a big or small business, your brand plays an important …
In today’s digital age, having a strong online presence is a crucial component for your brand and business. However, knowing where to start and the best methods to engage your target audience can be intimidating. To help, here is a quick and useful summary on how to build your online presence. Build a solid website …
When professionals talk about being a thought leader and a person of influence, public speaking is definitely part of the conversation. Getting in front of an audience and sharing your story and expertise is a powerful way of demonstrating thought leadership and building a connection with people. There’s no greater privilege than taking the lessons …
The new year has crept up on us, and that means it is time to talk about resolutions. Like most entrepreneurs, I have always been goal-driven, and I see the start of a year as a time for reflection and renewal. For some, the new year is the time to restart diets and exercise regimes, …
Another year is quickly coming to a close, and I am not afraid to admit: I am tired! Reflecting on the year that has been, I can confess it has had its fair share of trials and tribulations (which comes with the territory of being an entrepreneur). But, it was also filled with overwhelming success …
I was saddened to hear that the UK Department store giant – Debenhams – are doing the hard yards in retail. I have a particular fondness for the company having spent a number of years in my early career with them. At 22 I became a member of the senior management team of a 10M …
1. It’s important to have life balance In the early days growing a business can be all consuming and eat into your life in every respect. Lost weekends, late nights and early mornings take you away from your family and friends and before you know it life is passing you by. Plan ahead and structure …
Resilience is the ability to adapt and bounce back when things don’t go as we planned or expected. It is learning not to dwell on failures but to take stock of the situation, acknowledge your mistakes, learn from them, and move forward with vigor. According to the leading psychologist Susan Kobasa, there are three elements …
