Business Skills

Testimonials - why are they so important and why don’t we ask for them?

Testimonials are a proven way of helping you to gain customers and grow your business, so why are we so reluctant to ask for them?

How I tripled my income, and had a seizure...

In 2012 I joined the Entrepreneur's circle which led to two years of 18 hour days and seven day weeks, a huge improvement to my business and income… and a seizure.

Read on to learn why it's crucially important that business owners establish a good work-life balance.

The 8 classic signs that you need a break from your business

Is it just me, or do you sometimes feel that working endless hours is some sort of badge of honour? 

Everyone works, it’s like a club that we’re all part of, but when the joy seems to have gone out of working in the business you once loved; you’re barking at everyone around you; and the constant tossing and turning at night is keeping you (and perhaps your other half) awake, then you need to take a break before your health suffers. Read on for the 8 classic warning signs.

Why I'm happy to be called 'The Bossy One'!

That was the closing comment in a testimonial from one of my lovely clients, Steve Hinton of Hinton Sheerline. He's right of course, I was always 'the bossy one' at school. I'm sure I got right up the teachers' noses at times, but someone had to do it!

How about you. Are you frustrated with the lack of progress in your business? Perhaps you're conscious that some things could be done so much better but never get the chance to sort them out? Or maybe you know exactly what needs to be done but you're just not a 'completer-finisher' so you're bogged down with unfinished projects, thoughts and ideas?

Read on...

How to find (& get the best from) the perfect accountability partner

Last week we looked at How Accountability Will Help You Reach Your Goals and the importance of having accountability, particularly when you’re an independent professional. We identified that when surrounded by a multitude of distractions, being accountable (to a partner or group) helps you focus on the most important tasks so that you can stay on track and reach your goals.

So how do we go about finding the perfect accountability partner, and how can we make the most of the relationship? Read on for details...