​People of a particular industry often have a fear of their competitors. The idea of befriending, let alone working with someone in their same line of work is the last thing that would cross their mind. But why does it have to be a competition? I love meeting people who do what I do or are in the same field. A) They get what I do and why I do it. B) It's a great opportunity to pass each other business and even collaborate. C) You can always learn something new. Everyone has t

Brand recognition is one of the biggest parts of the puzzle in succeeding in business! Consistency is key in all elements of your presence, online and in person. A strategically designed logo, slogan, look and feel across all of your media and publications will immediately pull the viewer in and trigger their interest and memory to the associated business, and, provided you have given exemplary service, leave a positive overall lasting impression. People like to do business w

I don't know about you but I can be a bit of a workaholic sometimes...ok, all the time... With all the things that I make a priority in business, I end up forgetting about one of the most important ones - me! I end up neglecting myself without realizing that, without me, nothing would be possible around me. I forget the importance that keeping myself healthy both physically and mentally will only improve my work and my longevity in life! We all deserve a break, but some of us

Although the appeal of the 9-5 stable job with benefits, three paid vacation weeks a year plus holidays and weekends off appeals to most, there are those of us who prefer a very different approach to making a living. I struggled with this for years, dipping my toes in and out of working full-time for myself. But two years ago I made a promise to myself that I would not work for anyone else by the time I hit 30. I hired myself full-time and I never plan to look back. Gone are

Trust. It comes down to this simple, yet not so simple, thing. Trusting someone else to do something the same way you would, is no easy task. So, you're a control freak, got it, me too!, However, learning to relinquish control will only make your life easier! But how do you actually do to it? START SLOW Don't rush the process and choose to hire or work with someone without trying out what they have to offer. Like a new car, test drive how they can help you and if it's a right