How To Make A Vision Board To Clarify Your Goals

Who knew how much fun a pile of magazines, glue, scissors and a bunch of small business owners could be?! Every year I think I’ll make a Vision Board and I don’t. Why? Because in some ways it feels like a waste of “time”, which when you are self-employed is a precious commodity. How often do we give ourselves permission to sit and cut up magazines? But in reality, a Vision Board is more than just cutting and sticking. Vision Board 2024 What is a Vision Board? Jo from Jo’s Healing Cabin helps to facilitate my annual Vision Board Workshop…

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My Ultimate 40 Before 40 To Do Bucket List

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…

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The Dos and Don’ts of Social Media Campaigns: Best Practices for Success

Social media has become an indispensable tool for businesses looking to connect with their audience, build brand awareness, and drive sales. However, not all social media campaigns are created equal, and navigating the ever-changing landscape of social media marketing can be challenging.  To help you achieve success with your social media campaigns, it’s essential to understand the dos and don’ts of effective social media marketing strategies. Fortunately, experienced social media campaign creators, Holdens.Agency, a leader in design and marketing, have provided a list of dos and don’ts for creating effective social media campaigns.  The Dos of Social Media Campaigns 1.…

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Balancing Act: Navigating Office Work-Life Balance

In today’s fast-paced world, achieving a balance between office commitments and personal life is more challenging than ever. The lines between professional responsibilities and personal well-being often blur, leading to burnout and dissatisfaction. However, mastering the delicate art of work-life balance is not impossible. Individuals can harmonize their work and personal lives with conscious effort and effective strategies, leading to greater fulfillment and success. Understanding the Challenge of Work-life Balance Relentless demands, constant connectivity, and high expectations characterize the modern workplace. As technology advances, the boundaries between work and personal life become increasingly porous. Emails, messages, and deadlines encroach upon…

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How To Reduce Workplace Stress For Your Employees

Dealing with workplace stress is challenging for everyone involved – employees and companies alike. It makes people unhappy and tired, which means they can’t work as well or come up with good ideas. But there’s a silver lining: we have seven simple ways to help your team beat workplace stress and do their best. How To Reduce Workplace Stress For Your EmployeesEmbrace Controlled Chaos Chaos is not always suitable for the workplace, but controlled chaos can be what your employees need to blow off some steam from the daily grind. Set up a room or open space with brightly colored…

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