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Category: adapting

  • Thanks Bjorn

    a naturally cheery Scandinavian Dental Technician, his infectious merriment filled the room … Bjorn was eager to explain his main occupation during his time in the USA had diversified a little. Describing his new business as one of … throwaway dentures, you know, choose yours as you step out for the weekend …

  • Pick a card

    Remembering Edgar Allen Poe … Amongst some amazing literary works, The Murders in the Rue Morgue, The Raven,  Edgar found time to deliver the proverb … “Believe nothing you hear, and only one half that you see”. Apt for this day and age, don’t you think? Keep a little scepticism to hand when listening during…

  • It was, going so well …

    Every year we know December follows three months after September, and still we see some looking to push for the seasonal wins … a little too feverishly. I know it’s a strategy many hold dear, although it can be counter-productive. If only we learned to pace the last quarter, coming off summer with a clear…

  • At your pace

    It’s times like this I reward effort, when chocolate comes to mind (ah yes, now I have your attention): only one square, or a single swirl – or even a single ball of the chocolate, the version you covet most, offering you a sweet taste of success, even if it is for just a moment.…

  • Dull, boring, referral

    The author emphasizes the importance of being specific and clear during presentations, despite being perceived as boring. In distracting environments, only parts of the message resonate with the audience. Consistent messaging is vital for business success, as it ensures clarity and enhances listener engagement, ultimately leading to valuable opportunities.

  • Top of mind

    We all have a purpose in whatever we choose to pursue. If you haven’t questioned or identified your purpose lately, now might be the time to reflect and quietly reaffirm your passion, the path to success you may be following, the goal you are looking to reach.

  • A new thing

    Some of us are old enough to remember the excitement as social media arrived on the scene; the early noughties arrived with lots of expectation for a business boom, opportunity – and more.  Before long, though, the anticipation of new horizon was replaced by the realisation of a new formula of business practice entirely –…

  • Make it easy

    How do I do that? I recently enjoyed a conversation with an old friend, an electronics engineer whom I hadn’t seen for a couple of years. He was finding it difficult to offer his tech services as a solution. Sure, he would describe, in detail, what he could provide … but solutions?  Noel has difficulty…

  • All for you.

    My business needs a specific kind of client … then don’t generalise, speak in specifics

  • It’s personal.

    This same story I also shared with a friend I’m writing for. Alistair is a solicitor; he’s also a recovering alcoholic. Some years ago Alistair was an esteemed, well-off figure with the world at his feet … until life tipped him off the rails.