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Inspiration Friday: Lizzie Velasquez

2014-02-14

We all need inspiration from time to time, and not just a motivational quote, but perhaps advice or a story from someone who has experienced the real thing. For me, this inspiration comes from TED Talks. I’ve gotten into the habit of watching one video a day (sometimes for business or education, sometimes for fun …

Remembering Great Holiday Times with O-Dog!

2014-02-13

Are You Drinking Safe Water?

2014-02-13

Having a water filter in your home or office seems like a safe choice and a good way to have drinking water at your disposal at any time. However, there may be hidden dangers that some filters can not cope with. This is why home-safety expert Cheryl Luptowski suggests: “Check your city’s annual water report …

Create an Effective and Simple Unique Selling Proposition for Your Business

2014-02-13

When put under the spot light many of us struggle to describe what differentiates us from others. “What is so different about you?” “What makes your business so special?” Sometimes we just get caught off guard like a deer stunned in front of the headlights. Dumbfounded, with ummms and ahhhs, only to realise after you …

Top Five International Magazines for Entrepreneurs

2014-02-12

We’d like to share with you a list of international publications, offering trustworthy advice and inspiration, no matter in what field your entrepreneurial activities may lie. We hope you’ll find something for yourself to flip through in the evening. Forbes Forbes is a household name in business publications, covering finance, industry, investments, marketing, technology, communications, …

A Bird in The Hand or How to Get More Clients by Referral

2014-02-12

“A bird in the hand is worth two in the bush”. Now, how to apply this to your business? If you are running a business, it means you are on a constant look out for new clients. What if we told you that they may be closer than you think? We are talking about the …

Do You Suffer From “Caffeine Use Disorder”?

2014-02-11

Starting your day with a cup of your favourite coffee blend is almost a ritual for some of us. It wakes you up, gets you ready for the day and asks for nothing in return. Or does it? According to a new study review published in the Journal of Caffeine Research, “caffeine use disorder” is …

How To Save a Life? Learn Basic CPR For a Heart Attack.

2014-02-11

This hands-on version is easy to learn and will give you a basic idea of what to do if someone next to you is in trouble.  These two simple steps can save a life: If the victim is unresponsive or barely breathing, immediately call 999. Place your palms flat in the centre of the person’s …

Motivational Exercise That Will Only Take 10 Minutes

2014-02-10

This will only take 10 minutes, but will keep you “charged” for the whole day!  Think of the outcome you desire. Visualise the outcome happening with total belief See yourself in the picture: what do you look like? What can you hear? What do you feel? What can you see around you? Change your posture …

How to Know Your Brand Needs an Upgrade?

2014-02-10

 Branding for a small business can be a fun and challenging task. We all want our businesses to be known, recognised and respected, but as the day-to-day happenings of a small company may keep us busy, we may sometimes ignore the branding basics, that are necessary for a business to grow.Below is the list of …