Written by Nicola Richardson, Founder of The People Mentor. The People Mentor helps small employers, managers and leaders handle difficult conversations, strengthen accountability and lead with calm, practical confidence. This article is for anyone who has typed “I hate confrontation” into a search bar late at night, wondering if something is wrong with them. It … Read more
It isn’t easy running a business. Just when you think you’ve mastered one thing, something else comes along, whether it’s new legislation, new technology, new competition, or new customer demands. And that’s just for starters. I haven’t even mentioned hiring the right employees and keeping them happy, productive, and motivated. No wonder you feel like … Read more
Are you sitting comfortably? Welcome to my series of podcasts that will help you to navigate those inevitable difficult events that can occur at work. Today, I want to talk about how to deal with a disorganised colleague or manager. Everyone feels as if there are not enough hours in the day from time to … Read more
Starting a business is one of the most challenging things you’ll do in your life, but no matter how many hurdles you get over or how many goals you achieve, do you always have a lingering feeling of not being good enough, of faking your abilities, or of not deserving success? This is what’s known … Read more
As a small business owner, you’re probably driven, ambitious, and used to doing everything yourself. You’re the head of sales and marketing, customer service rep, administrator, and more. But if you’re spending your days doing the small stuff, how will your business ever grow? Trying to take care of every detail yourself can be exhausting … Read more