As 2019 draws to a close, everyone has their sights firmly set on the New Year! Some of us rush off into the future with all the enthusiasm of a Labrador puppy, filling our calendars with new plans and 'resolutions.' And while I LOVE setting exciting new goals, leaping forward without proper reflection and focus isn’t recommended. We can’t build a new house, … [Read more...]
6 STEPS TO A SOLUTION-FOCUSED MINDSET
Running your own business often brings you face-to-face with a whole range of problems and decisions. From dealing with difficult clients to unexpected hurdles, they are all part of the journey of growth...but it can feel overwhelming at times. The way you choose to engage with and think about problems, directly influences your ability to solve them … [Read more...]
Money Mindset & The Biggest Mistake You Can Make
What does having ‘abundance’ in your life mean to you? It’s an interesting word because 9 times out of 10, the reply I get is centred around having more MONEY. The emphasis is about the desire to create more wealth. We rarely focus on all the other areas of our lives where we can create ‘more.’ For example, an abundance of health, love, support, friendship … [Read more...]
5 Steps to Healthy Boundaries (& Abundance!)
Do you create healthy boundaries with those around you? If you’re not sure, then let me ask this: Do you do any of the following? Repeatedly reduce your rates. Say ‘yes’ and then instantly regret it.Filter how you feel for fear of offending or upsetting people. Give too much to clients. Agree to do things you don’t have the time, money or desire to … [Read more...]
Do you compare your skills to others?
If there is one statement that I hear fabulously talented people say more often than anything, it’s this: “I’m worried that I’m not good enough!” We all live with doubts about our abilities to achieve success.Most of us battle that inner critical voice telling us that we are not as talented or creative or accomplished as our heroes and muses.And although most of … [Read more...]
How to create Achievable Goals for the New Year
A few days ago, I overheard a conversation between a young couple at a restaurant. "What's your New Year's Resolutions?" the man asked. "The same old things," the lady sighed, "eat healthier, lose weight, exercise more, earn more money." She sounded genuinely depressed by the prospect of her own year's goals! And defeated already. The truth is that over 80% … [Read more...]
5 Steps to Improve Productivity
How often do you feel like a superhero of productivity? A few weeks back my daughter was diagnosed with Sensory Processing Disorder and Dyspraxia. It has been the culmination of months of visits and tests at Occupational Therapy. What I have found so interesting is the way this therapy and understanding brain function can be applied in our business to … [Read more...]
3 Steps to a Clarity
Are you launching a new project or undergoing an up-level in your business? Do you feel confused or overwhelmed about where to focus your energy first? Are you getting easily sidetracked? Any kind of up-level or restructure in a business can bring up all kinds of fears, confusion and doubts. It’s part of the process of growing. However, us creative minds do … [Read more...]