My word for 2019: grow
I can’t quite believe it’s mid-March and I’m only just writing about my word for the year! That’s how 2019 has been so far… A bit of a whirlwind. Just in case you haven’t followed along with the...
View ArticleWhat does soul have to do with business?
I was having a conversation with a friend-colleague-retreat guest late last year and she asked, tentatively, “Isn’t your work kind of spiritual?” I paused awkwardly, unsure whether an enthusiastic...
View ArticleHere’s the thing: running a business when you’re tired
Friends, being tired is not my favourite. But it’s something I’ve been thinking about a lot recently. I’m six month pregnant, and while my physical pregnancy has been something of a dream, my husband’s...
View ArticleHere’s the thing: 4 things to let go of as a business owner
As humans, we regularly need to let go of stuff in order to move forward with efficiency, energy and clarity. Today, I’m sharing my top four things I’d love for business owners to release on the...
View ArticleHere’s the thing: don’t let problem-solving get in the way
As a business owner and a creative, you’re probably pretty good at problem-solving. Many of us are. Sometimes it’s spotting an opportunity. Somethings it’s rushing through the long list of orders you...
View ArticleMy maternity leave soft launch (or how to work with limitations)
I recently shared a slightly unexpected development over on Instagram: I declared a Maternity Leave Soft Launch for my business. I received some questions and thoughts, so I thought I’d share a bit...
View ArticleBehind the scenes: my Creative Business Day Retreat
Earlier in May, I hosted a wonderfully nourishing Creative Business Day Retreat at Paus, just outside Cambridge. Having created and hosted six retreat weekends over the last five years, it felt like...
View ArticleYour summer reading list for your business
I’m a big reader, and I often turn to books to clear my head as well as to learn, especially when it comes to business. I’ve put together a summer reading list for your business, made up of the books...
View Article5 years in business: highlights and lessons
This week, it’s officially five years since I launched my first website and become self-employed. Five years! It’s been quick and slow and easy and hard and expected and unexpected. Plus, I’m on...
View ArticleThis is it. My parting gifts to you!
Well, my friends, I’m officially on maternity leave. The majority of blogs, Instagram posts and newsletters you’ll see from me over the next few months are scheduled so that I can still share wisdom...
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