The holidays are over, kids return to school and business is back in full swing. Welcome to 2017! 2016, for many, was a mega rollercoaster ride around the entire world. No matter how challenging or amazing your year was, turning the page on a new year is always motivating, as it’s somewhat a fresh start. […]
Vlog your way to the top
Did you know that on average, humans, have an attention span of less than a goldfish? Yep! You read that right… Attention span = less than a goldfish. Research conducted by Statistics Brain Research Institute, found that in 2015, the average attention span by a human is a mere 8.25 seconds. The average attention span […]
How does a coworking space increase your chance of success for a start up business?
Research shows that 9 out of 10 businesses fail. This is a very scary and overwhelming statistic for an entrepreneur looking to start their own business venture. Neil Patel wrote an interesting article which was featured in Forbes, on what you need to know to be part of that 10% which succeeds. I agree with […]
8 ways to promote your local business
Starting a local business isn’t an easy feat. If you speak with any local business operator, they will all tell you that your biggest challenge is reaching and retaining a loyal customer base. In today’s digital world, your online presence is more important than ever before. If you don’t have an online presence, you will […]
10 reasons why working local is better
If given the opportunity to work locally for less money, would you do it? Working local doesn’t always mean less money, but for most of us living in Sydney, we usually know that the top paying jobs are in Sydney’s CBD or in the business industrial parks which are located in areas with limited residential […]
4 great business reads to get you inspired and motivated through the Spring
WE-Commerce: How to Create, Collaborate, and Succeed in the Sharing Economy – Billee Howard WE-Commerce is a thought-provoking business read which is written by visionary marketing strategist Billiee Howard. She identifies her plan for a new vision of long-term, purposeful and profitable business success within the sharing economy. In the wake of the 2008 financial […]
Exciting times loom for start-ups in Australia
Exciting times can be seen on the horizon for start-up businesses within Australia, particularly for those in the technology sector. We are hoping it’s full steam ahead with the announcement from Malcom Turnbull late last year, of the ‘Ideas Boom’, which is essentially the government’s way of recognizing the fact that Australia needs to embrace […]
10 ways to ensure your startup is a successful one
Have a purpose You would think this is a no-brainer, but you will be surprised how many times I have asked friends of mine who are thinking of starting a company, why they want to do what they are doing and they can’t tell me. Unfortunately, in this generation, there are too many people out […]
5 reasons why exercising increases your productivity
Hearing the excuse of “I don’t have time”, “I’m too busy” or “I’m too tired” when it comes to exercise is all too familiar. Did you know that exercise actually increases your productivity and boosts your energy levels both at home and in the workplace? Some of the most successful and busiest people in the […]
What’s your why? A vital question to ask when going into business
When Lital and I started to make plans to open a coworking space in the Sutherland Shire, we spent time on WHY we wanted to open the space and what benefit it will have to the community. We wanted to make the Sutherland Shire a better place to work and live. A place to collaborate and […]