Have you ever noticed that two people can experience the exact same situation yet react in completely different ways? One might feel defeated and frustrated, while the other maintains a positive outlook, determined to move forward. This stark contrast highlights an important truth: happiness often depends on the mindset we choose to adopt. While external […]
We’ve all been told to set big goals, however, what if the secret to achieving them isn’t about the goal itself? Instead, success lies in focusing on the process—the daily actions and habits that build momentum. When you stop obsessing over the destination and focus on the process, success happens naturally. It’s not just about
🚀The Benefits of Learn-Apply-Strengthen-Teach process for all Small Business Owners 🚀In this ever changing world of business, continuous learning is key to long-term success. 🚀My Learn-Apply-Strengthen-Teach (LAST) methodology is a powerful approach that small business owners can use to not only grow your own skills but also to build a stronger, more resilient business. Here’s
🚀 As a performance psychologist I use visualisation techniques a lot with the sports people that I work with, however, I get asked a lot how is it applicable to business and business owners? 🚀 First of all “What is visualisation and how can it be used?” 🔎 Visualisation is about creating clear and vivid
Imagine this: you’re setting off on a journey across the country. You’ve meticulously planned your route, researched hidden gems, and packed the perfect playlist. You pull into the petrol station, fill the tank to the brim, feeling confident about your preparation. However, instead of turning the key and setting off, you simply sit there. The
✅ We’ve all heard the phrases “What gets measured gets managed” and “If you don’t measure it, you can’t manage it” however, how many small business owners understand what that means, let alone are actually doing it? ✅ I can’t emphasise enough the importance of tracking and monitoring key aspects of your business in order
🚀It seems that the words #ImposterSyndrome are on everyone’s lips at the moment! It’s not surprising as over 70% of people will have experienced it at some point! 🚀Identifying signs of imposter syndrome can help you recognise and address the condition. Here are five common signs that you may be experiencing imposter syndrome: 🚀Self-Doubt, People with imposter
Unleashing the Power of Belief: How Our Beliefs Shape Our Reality in Life and Business Belief is a powerful force that shapes every aspect of our lives, influencing our thoughts, emotions, behaviours, and ultimately, our outcomes. In both life and business, what we believe about ourselves, others, and the world around us profoundly impacts the
In the intricate tapestry of life and business, our choice of beliefs serve as the warp and weft, weaving the fabric of our reality. These deeply ingrained convictions dictate our thoughts, emotions, actions, and ultimately, our results. Yet, what if I told you that by changing our beliefs, we hold the power to transform our
Read the following story to learn how to use the five stages of grief! In the heart of a little village in Kent, there lived a humble woodcutter called Fred, known for his kindness, his gentle spirit, and an unwavering love for his family. His wife, Julie, was the perfect example of grace and compassion,
Woke culture is a term used to describe a heightened awareness of issues such as racial injustice, sexism, and homophobia. It is often associated with the younger generation, who are seen as being more progressive and open-minded than previous generations. Woke has been met with both praise and criticism. Some people believe that it is
To have true wealth you probably think you need millions in the bank. It would be nice wouldn’t it!? The big house, several expensive cars in the driveway, and a walk-in wardrobe bursting with designer clothes – that you probably only wear once before hitting the high-end boutiques again. You would take a few holidays
I recently read this article about camels on the horizon and from a fixed or growth mindset point of view I thought I’d be interested in people’s opinion on the theory? Please leave your comments below! The founder of Dubai, Sheik Rashid, was asked about the future of his country, and he replied, “My grandfather
What’s better, competition or collaboration? The trait of being ‘competitive’ often gets a bad rap, and that isn’t necessarily a bad thing. For some people, being competitive gives them an edge – the drive and motivation to succeed in all areas of life, love and business. These are the people who don’t take no for
Moral dilemmas; Sometimes I feel like one of those agony aunts or uncles they used to have in the tabloid papers; the ones where people would write in and ask for advice on whether or not they should sleep with the milkman because they think their partner’s cheating with the barmaid. I recently had someone
Learn to live on lentils. On seeing the philosopher, Diogenes, eating bread and lentils, fellow philosopher, Aristippus, who lived comfortably by flattering the king said, “If you would learn to be subservient to the king you would not have to live on lentils.” Diogenes replied, “Learn to live on lentils and you will not have
You’ve probably heard a lot of people moaning about struggling to find a work-life balance- particularly those who are running their own business – and especially in the last couple of years. With more and more people working remotely from home, it’s true that the boundaries between work and everyday life are becoming blurred for
If you’re a small business owner (or even a big business owner for that matter), you’ll have heard of the phrase ‘feast or famine’ associated with working for yourself; and if you haven’t, chances still are you’ll be familiar with its effects. It refers to the rollercoaster of highs and lows experienced by everyone running
Human beings make hundreds of thousands of decisions over the course of their lifetimes; from the small, daily decisions that barely even register: ‘What shall we eat?’ ‘Which route shall I take to work this morning?’….to the big, life changing, agonising-over-for-days type of decisions: ‘Should I quit my job?’ ‘Should we buy that house?’ ‘Should
They say that conversation is a dying art, and in this age of text messages and social media I’m inclined to agree with them. Having said that, you can’t deny that conversing electronically is still conversing and entire relationships are forged and finished from a keypad. Regardless of how you prefer to talk to people,
What comes first, marketing or sales is like the chicken or egg conversation! It’s an interesting conundrum because you need sales to sustain a business and without marketing of some description you won’t get any sales! The lack of leads is one of the biggest reasons small businesses fail in the first five years “These
Here is a classic example of when all roads lead to procrastination. Years ago, a good friend of mine was commissioned to write an article for a mate’s website. He had been given quite a tight deadline, but it wasn’t a particularly long piece, and he was very familiar with the industry in question, so
I’m glad you’re reading this… Because today I am going to share a powerful technique with you. But first I want you to imagine this… Imagine jumping out of bed each morning with a surge of motivation. With a huge smile on your face because of your passion of just being alive. Imagine feeling complete
To “Show Me” connotates a certain pragmatic stubbornness, a no-nonsense approach to living, and a devotion to simple common sense, are you a walker or a talker? It sends a clear message that a smoke and mirrors approach won’t work with me, and that you will ONLY be believed once you can prove that the