Is business all about money?

Is business all about money?

Whether business is all about money is a question that occurred to me this week.  On Dragons Den for the first time, all 5 dragons went “to the wall” to discuss whether they should all invest in a project.  The money was not the central issue.  They were being asked...
Being liked – the powerful secret success ingredient

Being liked – the powerful secret success ingredient

Know like and trust is a idea that we are told helps to make a difference when attracting clients.  We have all heard it.   I have been watching the tennis players at Wimbledon this week.  The winner is interviewed on court soon after the match while the...
Growing your business brings out your fear

Growing your business brings out your fear

Growing your business involves doing something different. Taking a new path, even if that is not absolutely clear. Any new activity can naturally lead to fear and maybe reluctance. Even if you are just using a new approach or taking an action with deeper understanding...
Takeaways on the words at the Coronation weekend

Takeaways on the words at the Coronation weekend

Watching the Coronation on Saturday the thing that really struck me was when we suddenly saw the nearly-king in his shirt sleeves having had his outer robes removed.  It seemed a very visceral – and vulnerable – experience for him to have to go through. I...
How to stand out from the crowd.

How to stand out from the crowd.

Standing out from the crowd is the aim of every business – big, small or solopreneur.  It means you are more likely to be noticed and then remembered.  Operating differently from the way your industry normally works can be hard.  Recently I saw an...