What does a gift say about you?
If you are anything like me, I get embarrassed when people give me gifts. I much prefer to buy others gifts instead. I am not sure why this is the case and I am sure there is some psychological reason behind the …
Anyone can learn how to be a great leader
When you start a small business, it's hard to think about what leadership style you would like to incorporate in your company. Typically, your thoughts are on what product or service you would like to take to market; your business plan; how …
Change the world : Is it possible?
Each year I embark on a journey to rediscover myself, my business and my world. It may seem a little philosophical, but it's true.I do this, not in a traditional way of going into a zone where you are by yourself and …
Someone’s First Choice
Travel diaries: I am currently travelling to Amsterdam for a Global Entrepreneurs Conference. All stories are inspired by conversations with other entrepreneurs and adventures along the way.Someone's First ChoiceI want to be someone's first choice. But what happens when you are not? …
Advertisements that Work
An outstanding NSS advertisement, placed in Lloyd's List, which was developed by our creative team! …
Not sure how to close a sale?
What are you really saying to your customers?Have you had a great conversation with a potential customer, been really optimistic about getting them on board, and then never heard from them again? Maybe that conversation wasn’t as great as you had thought? …
The value of a good testimonial
"Our brand and website were looking a bit tired and old – we had tried to update ourselves but we just didn’t have the know-how. We came across Julie and the rest of the team from Marketing Eye and things started happening …
Say NO! to clients – and you will grow faster
It's a lesson that I learned far too late in the game, but nevertheless, I have learnt it and am reaping the rewards.When clients are rolling in the door, most entrepreneurs are counting the dollars and working out ways in which to …
Does your small business have the X Factor?
X-FACTOR - DO YOU HAVE IT?Have you ever walked into a room and everyone has turned to stare at you?Have you ever started a speech and known that every single person in the audience is holding onto every last word you say?Do …


