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How business owners can ditch the “more is better” mentality

As a small-business owner, I was a victim of "more is better" mentality. When I ditched it, business became better than ...

Q&A: Claire O’Shea’s journey from mortgage broker to DJ and entrepreneur

Claire O'Shea embarked on a DJ career with a passion for music and the motivation to make her own mark in something she ...

The five principles of succession thinking that SMEs need to know

How succession can be planned in such a way that you can get out when you’re ready, on your own terms, and not have to c...

Overcoming imposter syndrome as an older female leader

“They look old. Do they know what they are talking about? Who do they think they are?"

Five things to know before you hire a business coach

Hiring the right business coach can be one of the best investments you make for your business

New online platform Crecera aims to help small-business owners

Online learning platform Crecera oofers online courses, coaching opportunities, webinars and mentorship programs for en...

Two ISB Top 50 Alumni honoured this week

As we celebrate the release of the 2024 Top 50 Small Business Leaders Report, two Top 50 alumni have been honoured elsew...

How to survive your darkest hour

Thinking and feeling like giving up is not the issue; it's how you respond to these thoughts and feelings that matters.
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Navigating uncharted waters as a small-business owner

By staying persistent, embracing innovation, building a strong support network, and keeping your motivation high, you ca...
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Why maintaining your owner’s vision is key to long-term business success

Give yourself the time to make sense of what you want your business to deliver and the questions you ask are the startin...