If you are someone who finds that they put off some tasks over and over again, you are certainly not alone. Almost all of us procrastinate to some degree, but it effects some more than others. Procrastination is a destructive habit, that when played out to
There have been a lot of articles and comment recently in the various trade press about running a successful business in a tough market. Of course, we all have our own views, but why is it that some businesses manage to thrive, almost at odds
We all want to get ahead and take our lives and careers forward. We all have different goals to achieve, but how many of us have really taken control of achieving them? No matter what you want to achieve in your career, there are some very
In sport, it is often said that "winning is everything", and like many sporting cliches it is often applied in business as well. Business is competitive, so comments like these about winning transfer naturally to a professional business environment. We all like to win, especially in
Why is it that when we walk into a room of strangers so many of us suddenly become riddled with fears and concerns, completely unsure of what to do? We go to business events full of confidence and the desire to meet new people and
This is the fourth and final instalment in a short series of looking at what makes an effective presentation. It is specifically focused on professionals presenting to their clients, new and old. We are well prepared, we are in the best possible state to present, we
Effective business development and marketing Why is it that the word sales fills most of us with dread and fear? Is it the pushy, poorly skilled people we try to avoid in the high street, or the seemingly constant cold calls we receive at home just
This is the third in a short series looking at what makes an effective presentation. It is specifically focused on professionals presenting to their clients, new and old. We are well prepared, we are in the best possible state to present. Next step: Connecting with our
This is the second in a short series of looking at what makes an effective presentation. It is specifically focused on professionals presenting to their clients, new and old. Once prepared for the presentation, the next step is to get yourself in to the best possible
This is the first in a short series of posts looking at what makes an effective presentation. It is specifically focused at professionals presenting to their clients, new and old. Getting prepared to pitch for new business, to meet a new client, or make a formal
