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A place to pause, reflect and explore practical ideas for building a business or career that's aligned with who you are and how you want to live.

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.

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.

Apr 09, 2025

A Business Skill to Work On – The Art of Conversation

Is good conversation a dying art?

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.

Feb 02, 2025

How to Self-Coach Your Way from Stuck to Let’s Go

Who do you turn to when you feel stuck? You know what I mean – we’ve all been there! You’re overwhelmed, confused, and you can’t figure out your next step. Even if you could, your motivation has vanished, making progress impossible. This can happen at any time, in your business, in your personal life, and even in both areas at once.

Jan 10, 2025

How Being ‘Old School’ Can Set Your Business Apart

The term ‘old skool’ originally emerged to describe the hip hop music of the 1980s, or more modern music that imitates this style. Nowadays, it’s used more widely to mean something close to ‘old-fashioned’, but it's usually said with a little more pride behind it.

Nov 28, 2024

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How to Hit Curveballs Away and Build a Resilient Business

3 Ways to Encourage Returning Customers and Repeat Business

A Business Skill to Work On – The Art of Conversation

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

How to Self-Coach Your Way from Stuck to Let’s Go

How Being ‘Old School’ Can Set Your Business Apart

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