It may take time and some effort how to find your happiness habits. The American writer and philosopher Elbert Hubbard, said that "happiness is a habit" and that we need to “cultivate it.” Even Aristotle wrote: “Happiness depends upon ourselves.” I know...
How To Manage Your Decision Fatigue I read a facebook post on a group called Flexible Working People from a woman who was back at back after maternity leave and was struggling with all the "stuff" she had to do and was reaching out for advice and top...
11 Signs That You Realise It Is What It Is Maybe it's just age. Maybe it's intolerance. Stuff we are unwilling to put up with as we get older. Maybe they are just signs we're just getting on with life and they're eleven signs that you realise it is what it is....
Kindness: The Future of Great Leadership Serial entrepreneur Gary Vaynerchuk consistently talks about the power of kindness in business. He believes soft skills matter more than you think, and we all have a bit of Gary V magic! He extols the virtues and...
How To Get Through Blue Monday 2023 Blue Monday reminds me of that incredible tune by New Order I remember it like it was yesterday, music evokes such strong memories. In Truro after being dumped unceremoniously by my then boyfriend and I was brokenhearted....
Life Isn't Meant To Be A White Knuckle Ride But life it's also not meant to be all headstands on paddle boards! Somewhere, somehow there needs to be a place of balance. I know, I know what on earth does that mean!! Because balance is different for every...
Strategy In Life & Business The first thing successful businesses do is start with their strategy. It's like a road map, a way to help you get where you said you wanted to get to. So having a strategy in life and business is essential. The first thing successful...
Happiness at Work in 2023 Happiness is an electrifying and elusive state. So much more than simply a positive mood, happiness is a state of well-being that encompasses living a good life. One with a sense of meaning and deep contentment - but can we achieve happiness...
Over the Hill, or Just the Beginning? There is no one-size fits all approach to starting a business. What works for some, most definitely will not work for others. When we think about start-up companies, traditionally we think of the likes...
A Journalling Journey I've fought it. I resisted it. I knew the theory and I'd read the success stories. Why was my journalling journey different? This small change created such a huge impact to me and yes it did have a huge ripple...
How Did I Realise I was a Functioning Introvert? I never saw myself as an introvert, in fact I know most people would have described me as an extrovert. Instead I have settled on a hybrid definition of a Functioning Introvert. The way I...
There's no denying the last few years have been tough. Tougher than most I would suggest. So how can we move forward, stronger and happier and boss your happiness in 2023? Here's just a few thoughts... 1. Trust your Gut It's usually...
I learned loads about myself in 2022 - it probably shouldn't have taken me 57 years, but as we're all a work in progress then I guess it's ok to take the time and learning... This is my 2022 retrospective. Putting myself first...
Reasons to Stop Pressing Snooze & Instead Create Your Winning Morning Routine How you start your day is how you live your day! Do you want to read that again as it's a shock! Yes, how you start your day is how you'll live the entire rest of your day!...
How to be Comfortable with the Uncomfortable One of the first things we learn in life is that not everything is going to go our way, no matter how hard we try or how much we really want something, and this makes us uncomfortable....
14 Life Rules to Keep You Motivated and Productive Life is 10 percent what happens to you and 90 percent how you react to it. We all have rules we live by. Some were developed through nature, how we were raised, how we were taught and the...
7 Signs That You’re an Overgiver I am a classic overgiver. I like to help. I love the positive feedback and of course that classic - I like to be liked. But it’s a short term win, a short term shot in the arm, and it does not serve...
Stress Discrimination If only there were such a thing as Stress Discrimination. Stress affects us all, each and every one of us, pretty much everyday! If only it discriminated- because then it would be a much easier fix! A recent...
I was thrilled when I read that Dr Ragan Chatterjee was bringing his book tour to Bristol. I had the book and I'd preordered Happy Mind, Happy Life as soon as I saw it advertised. I'd then done what I usually do, flicked through it,...
Would you love a more organised and clutter-free life? Tidying up with Marie Kondo has been a huge hit for Netflix, inspiring masses of Brits to organise their homes. If you don’t already know, Marie Kondo, is a brilliant Japanese...
There is so much written about happiness. One of my favourite saying is Happiness is an Inside Job! It implies that only I can create the happiness in my life. Do you think that many of us over think this? Over complicate it and fill our...
Why You Need a "Ta-Da" List Instead of a "To Do' List! I have written so much in the past of the benefit of having a "to do" list, taking five minutes at the end of each day and writing your top three things you need to achieve the...
Success is often defined by what we can get and obtain from the world around us. What we take out, what we survive on, what we manage to put away and save. It often feels like success is the outer - the stuff we see and that can be seen. It...
We've all just getting over all the Black Friday deals, followed up by the Cyber Monday offers. My inbox was bursting at the seams... I have to admit I was fairly restrained and only bought what was asked for (early Christmas shopping) and stuff I...
Thank You. Two words. Eight letters. Two syllables. That can immediately create a smile, change a mood and emotional state and change the day of the recipient. Easy, simple, no cost and a no brainer, in life and in business. I...
I'm big on setting New Year Resolutions, instead I thrive on setting INTENTIONS. This year I want to master UPGRADE my life! Usually at this time of year you'll see people writing about their word for the following year. Yep I've...
Whether you are a new mum just heading back to work or a mum that has been around for years, you probably have found that it’s difficult to find that elusive work/life balance. Grab five minutes and check out these business survival tips...
Following on from a recent blog When is it time for an Emergency Time Out? this is a follow on, inspired by a friend who is amazing, an inspiration and frazzled 100% of the time. She recently sent me an exhausted whatsapp message at...
I love a game of chess, and my new favourite is backgammon. I was a late learner, but I love it and I love the strategy of the game. I'm not brilliant, but I do really enjoy it. I love that I can't overthink it and have to move and play. Usually I’m a serial...
Never to wait for the perfect moment - take the moment and make it perfect! “The only thing standing between you and your goal is the bullshit story you keep telling yourself as to why you can’t achieve it.” ― Jordan Belfort Are you...
Many mature women are choosing entrepreneurship, despite it being a non-stereotypical activity. Whether it is a necessity or simply something different they are actively choosing entrepreneurship over a typical 9-5. Did you know that...
14 years ago today I went on a blind date with this wonderful man. We were both nervous, well I was, he was just lovely. He said he liked live music - I took us to listen to jazz at Hotel du Vin. I’ve learned that’s not what he meant! I talked too much and hid my...
33 years today since this amazing woman came into my life. I heard her long before I saw her at the Gatwick airport on a gloomy February Monday morning. She has a royal blue taffeta puff ball skirt and she was so very loud. (I wish I had a photo of that skirt!) She...
Do I need a thing? Lots of people have a thing.. He’s got his golf. Lots of people have sports or crafts and they enjoy a thing.. I love yoga but it’s not my thing.. I am starting to enjoy the gym but it’s not my thing. I live walking the...
It seems like busy is a badge of honour we wear with pride these days. “How has your week been?” - Busy!! “How is work?” - Busy!! “How’s life?” Busy!! But that’s a good thing… right? WRONG!! I have come to realise that busy doesn’t make us...
Why NO is a Complete Sentence. July 27, 2021 Are you expected to say yes to everything? As a business owner I was always told that the answer should always be yes, and then ask what’s the question? But are we expected to say yes to everything out of fear? Fear...
7 Things No One Tells You About Running a Six Figure Business SEPTEMBER 1, 2020There is so much on social media from people either claiming they are earning 6 or 7 figures or they can help you achieve 6 or 7 figures. In my experience many business owners simply want...
11 Ways You Can Redefine Your Productivity in Your Next Normal JUNE 30, 2020There’s an upside to the coronavirus pandemic is that it has forced us all to slow down and take time and consideration in caring for ourselves, our businesses and those around us.As a small...
The Responsibility Gene JUNE 22, 2020As a small business coach I read, listen and watch a lot! Recently I was watching the amazing documentary about Hillary Clinton, I was interested in the woman and the story not interested in the politics.As a 50+ business woman and...
Why it’s OK To Outgrow Your Coach JUNE 18, 2020 Even as a small business coach finding the right coach is the best feeling in the world. Those first few “dates” can be amazing and inspiring, and well just amazing – that’s what it feel like right? The action taking,...
Why You Now Need an Agile Mindset JUNE 17, 2020Over the past 10 years, Carol Dweck’s Fixed and Growth Mindset concept has taken the world by storm.It has helped a great many people overcome their life challenges, and get closer to ‘fulfilling their potential in life’....
How To Get Your Zen on as a Small Business Coach MAY 26, 2020It was World Meditation Day was last week and yes I was too busy to be all Zen – life as a small business coach is still busy during lockdown.But did you know that business people are returning their suits...
Belief Alone is Not Enough I am often reminded of that great saying, a quote from Henry Ford about mindset, before everybody talked about mindset! “Whether you believe you can or can’t you are absolutely right!” I came across a book when I was clearing out, a book of...
You Can’t Manifest a Great Business Updated Crisis 2020 APRIL 3, 2020Now, at a time when our confidence and our security is being rocked and shaken it’s important to work on our mindset, but we need to hold our nerve and plan for the future.It’s ok to press PAUSE on...
12 Top Tips for Working from Home MARCH 26, 2020I’ve worked at home for 10+ years so I guess you’d call me a pro! You name it I’ve tried it, and I know I can help you navigate what does work and what does not – from your working environment to what to eat and how to...
How to Adapt to Change Will Define Your Success MARCH 19, 2020How you choose to adapt to change will define your success.It’s all changing and change is now the only norm. So how you choose to respond to change and how you can adapt to change will serve you...
International Women's Day - What makes a successful business woman MARCH 8, 2020 International Women's Day is today Sunday 8th March and it’s got me thinking about all the brilliant business women I have had the pleasure of working with throughout my time as a...
February is usually one of the least favoured months of the year (I’m not surprised! It’s cold, grey and summer seems a lifetime away), which is why it’s the perfect time to add a refreshing splash of positivity in your life. If you’ve got the winter blues and you’re in need of a healthy dose of optimism, do something for yourself today. Here are 5 simple ways to hit the reset button on life.
How To Teach Yourself How to Sleep Better. JANUARY 22, 2020I had to teach myself how to sleep better.I was always a great sleeper. My head hit the pillow and I didn’t remember a thing until the alarm went off. (I pre state that with unless the children were poorly or...
Why we Should Celebrate the Sussex’s Goal for Financial Independence! JANUARY 9, 2020Throughout life, we strive for financial independence, as we develop from childhood to adulthood we are encouraged to stand on our own feet, pay our own bills and be independent. Many...
13 Reasons You Know Your Coaching Relationship is Working DECEMBER 18, 2018Regardless of the size or type of your business, working with a business coach can completely transform your entrepreneurial journey. A coach will step back and critically analyse your business...
How to Achieve More by Doing Less JUNE 23, 2018 Sounds bonkers doesn’t it? How can you achieve more by doing less? Achieve more what? More money? More time? More control? If you have kids then this time of the year is mad - there's trips, sports days, end of term...
Most people who make resolutions end up giving up on them after a month so why not use this time to show some real ambition and make 2018 a life changing year instead?
The third Monday of January has been awarded the most gloomy and depressing day of the year. Whether its a combination of the post-Christmas blues, short days, cold dark nights, the unfulfilled new year resolutions, the too long to wait until the January pay day or the expectation of the the christmas heavyweight credit card bills – who knows! Take positive action today to avoid the most depressing day of the year…