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Time management and productivity
Practical strategies for getting on top of your week, protecting your most valuable time and working on the business, not just in it


Too many things on the go? How to prioritise when you run your own business
If you feel like you're constantly jumping between tasks, ideas and half-finished plans, you're not failing at running your business. You're experiencing what running a business is actually like. The way through isn't to do more, faster, but to get clear on what really matters to you and give yourself permission to put the rest down for now. This is written for small business owners who feel pulled in a dozen directions at once, who have more ideas than hours, and who sometim
astonkatie
Sep 286 min read


Is a business coach worth the money?
A business coach is worth the money when you are ready to act on what you learn, not just think about it. The research shows a genuinely strong average return, but the figures come with caveats, and the financial return is only part of the picture. For most small business owners, the real value shows up in better decisions, clearer priorities, and less time spent figuring things out alone. This post is for small business owners who are weighing up whether coaching is worth th
astonkatie
Aug 66 min read


Why some business owners feel overwhelmed (and how to work with your natural style)
Why Do Some Business Owners Feel Constantly Overwhelmed? If you’re a business owner, you may feel like you’re constantly juggling too much. You have ideas. You’re busy. You care about your business. But progress can feel inconsistent and at times, frustrating. This is a common challenge in small business ownership, particularly for those managing everything themselves. In many cases, the issue isn’t capability or effort. It’s a mismatch between how you naturally think and how
astonkatie
May 273 min read
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