“A highlight for me has been helping people. Sometimes you know at the time the impact you've had, how their health has improved and they have a better quality of life, but sometimes you only hear about years later; it doesn't matter when, it is still profoundly satisfying. “

The start of a new year is the perfect time for planning ahead and getting ready to meet your goals. If January is a quiet time in your business, like it is for me, why not make the most of your time by taking a look at your website and making those small but significant tweaks that will help it work harder for you. Here are some items to check on your website. Better still, have a friend or business colleague look over your website with fresh eyes and give you their feedback.

With Christmas fast approaching, I have put together some Christmas gift ideas that are all from our beautiful Hawkesbury area. We are blessed to have so many talented creators with a great variety of amazing products here in Western Sydney. If you’re like me and love finding unique Christmas gift ideas that match the people in your life, and also love supporting local creators and small businesses by always trying to shop local, check out these places to shop for the men or women in your life this Christmas.

“I have learnt that you can't predict or control things, especially in business and more importantly, I have developed a newfound respect for small business owners in particular - you are all amazing! I try to not sweat the small things and am determined to make my little dream come true, staying strong with my vision, however I have my days.”

For product-based businesses, the images of your products are of the highest importance. They are what you lead with to entice and inform your audience, and ultimately sell your product. Even though taking a photo of an item is readily accessible these days, there is a variety of styles and strategies that we can implement to highlight your products, to help them translate to your potential customers and to make sure they are the hero on your website and socials.

Play business like a game. There will be boogie monsters ahead. There will be levels and lessons to learn. You will have problems to solve. But approach it like Mario Kart. Approach it from a space of play. You get to re-spawn after every loss, don't worry! Then, remember the good you are giving and doing for others. This will fuel your lower moments (expect those too!).