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How to Shrug Off ‘Shoulds’ and Run Your Business on Your Own Terms

Have you ever done something in your business, not because you wanted to, but because you felt you should?

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Jul 17, 2025

Stop Strategising, Start Doing! – 5 Ways to Gain Clarity and Take Action in Your Business

How good are you at taking action in your business? Do you make goals and set about making them happen right away, or do you get stuck strategising?

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Jun 05, 2025

How to Hit Curveballs Away and Build a Resilient Business

In baseball, a curveball is a pitch that breaks (or curves) downward, making it difficult for hitters to time and hit effectively. In business, curveballs are challenging situations that tend to feel like they’ve come out of nowhere. They’re unexpected, unpredictable and hard to navigate.

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May 09, 2025

3 Ways to Encourage Returning Customers and Repeat Business

When we talk about returning customers and repeat business, we’re describing brand loyalty – when a consumer continues to buy from the same brand over and over again, despite competitors offering similar products or services.

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Apr 09, 2025

A Business Skill to Work On – The Art of Conversation

Is good conversation a dying art?

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Feb 24, 2025

Why Finding a Business Buddy Is Good for the Soul (and Your Bottom Line)

Sometimes called an accountability partner or co-mentor, a business buddy is someone you can bounce ideas off and lean on for accountability, support and encouragement.

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Feb 02, 2025

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