Many business owners groan when I mention the word ‘systems’. It’s amazing how many small businesses don’t have systems in place. They fly by the seat of their pants, managing their business in an ad hoc or even a... read more
It doesn’t matter what size your business is, whether you are going it alone or are managing a decent sized team, leadership will play a significant role in your success. I have spoken to a number of solo operators... read more
Do you make New Year’s resolutions? Do you keep them? Resolutions are always a great topic of conversation at the New Year’s Eve party after the clock strikes twelve. But…. the vast majority of resolutions fail fairly early into... read more
As we head to the end of another year I have been reflecting on how we have done this year compared to previous years. We are definitely in a much better place as a business and as a team.... read more
I think it was Jim Rohn who said “You’re the average of the five people you spend the most time with”. In my experience, it’s true, both in life and in business. As a small business owner you are... read more
“Authenticity is the alignment of head, mouth, heart and feet – thinking, saying, feeling and doing the same thing – consistently. This builds trust, and followers love leaders they can trust” Lance Secretan What exactly is an authentic leader?... read more
Running a business can be challenging at the best of times, especially when we are a small business wearing many different hats. Some days the challenges come thick and fast, other times we have some great ideas to move... read more
“Success means having the courage, the determination, and the will to become the person you believe you were meant to be.” George Sheehan Running your own business can be stressful, even frightening. The stakes are high and the challenges... read more
Sometimes people are a little confused when I suggest that they focus on self-leadership first. They tell me that self-leadership sounds a little strange, “Isn’t leadership all about followers?” In a word, no. The answer is clear: to lead others,... read more
“Authenticity is the alignment of head, mouth, heart and feet – thinking, saying, feeling and doing the same thing – consistently. This builds trust, and followers love leaders they can trust” Lance Secretan What exactly is an authentic leader?... read more
I really like Jack Canfield’s suggestion of taking 100% responsibility. Even when things are seemingly not a result of your actions, you can take responsibility. “But what if it’s not my fault?” I hear you say. Well, you can... read more
We often hear about the differences between a Manager and a Leader. Usually with the leader highlighted as more positive than a manager. The truth of the matter is that we need both skill sets, especially when we are... read more
