Joanne Dewberry

My #40before40 Bucket List – Three Years In The Making

My #40before40 Bucket List – Three Years In The Making
Can you even call yourself a blogger if you don’t have a #40before40 bucket list? In October 2017 I turned 37. It came as a little bit of a shock as I still thought I was in my 20’s. I’m not even sure I feel like an appropriate adult the majority of the time but somehow I’ve found myself a parent of 3 children, a small business owner and navigating my way through life with David (who I’ve spent nearly half my life with now!).  This paragraph has me ageing by the second! Anyway, it got me thinking about doing… View Post

What Initial Purchases Are Most Important To Make in Business?

What Initial Purchases Are Most Important To Make in Business?
When it comes to starting your own business there is a mountain of things to consider. From recruiting new members of staff to office space, to all the relevant equipment you’ll need to order and install. But of course, your business budget will only stretch so far. It’s vital that you create a plan of the most important first initial things you need to invest in. If you’re not sure where to start or you’d like some helpful tips, follow our handy guide below. What Initial Purchases Are Most Important To Make in Business? Your Website: First things first, any… View Post

How To Get The Most Out Of Networking Events

How To Get The Most Out Of Networking Events
As well as getting engaged this summer during our anniversary trip to Corfu, David and I decided to start a website dedicated to all things Corfu. We want to share our love of the island, alongside learning and developing our Greek heritage with our children and wider network.  However, starting a travel blog towards the end of the season from a completely different country isn’t exactly easy or sane! I started googling Travel Industry Leaders and Events in order to hopefully get ourselves in front of the right people we need to connect with, Tourism within Greece and Corfu.  When… View Post

How to Choose a Desk for Your Home Office

How to Choose a Desk for Your Home Office
Do you know how to choose a desk for your home office? You may think you don’t even need a desk because you’ve coped perfectly well until now on the kitchen table.  But all freelancers and small business owners working from home need a desk.  Why?  Having a desk in your home office will make you feel more professional, keep you organised and you’ll be more comfortable. As an added bonus, you get to go desk-shopping and all shopping is good.  How to choose a desk for your home office though?  Type ‘desk’ into any search engine, furniture website or… View Post