In the business world, ambition is a desirable trait that includes self-belief, drive, and persistence. Yet, for many women, being ambitious can feel like a mixed blessing. Dogged, strong-willed, relentless, stubborn, wilful, and my personal favourite, high-maintenance. These are all words that have been used to describe me in the world of work. None of them are particularly positive, you’ll …
It’s not often you’ll find me quoting Will Smith from his golden days in the nineties, but his Men in Black one-liner sums up perfectly the topic I’d like to explore in this blog. “You know what the difference is between you and me? I make this look good.” – Will Smith, Men in Black. However, in the film, his …
Having agonised along with the rest of the country as England’s lacklustre performance against Slovakia was spectacularly turned around in the dying minutes, my mind wandered not for the first time to how football can be a metaphor for business. In particular on how hard it can be to decide when to hold your nerve when faced with adversity, AND …
“I have been up against tough competition all my life. I wouldn’t know how to get along without it.” Walt Disney People often view competition negatively. In business, it’s often framed as something to be wary of. To fear, even. No matter which industry we operate within, when a competitor emerges, our first reaction can be suspicion, quickly followed by …
I’ve never been one to submit to the conventional. Not in any area of my business. From my approach to networking to the way we put together our show-stopping events, we always strive for the extraordinary. In my consultancy, clients revel in the new perspective I bring to their business. A new way to use a venue. Pushing forward into …
I recently hosted an International Women’s Day panel discussion, packed with famous faces. A collection of exceptionally talented women sat alongside me. Professional commentators, media spokespeople, and women at the very top of their game. Despite their outward appearances of achievement and capability, as we talked on stage, it became clear that most of them had, at one point, grappled …
In the world of entrepreneurship, success is often defined by the amount of money a person has made or their level of fame. Rich lists, such as those published in The Times each year, reinforce the idea that success equals financial gain or celebrity status. While financial returns can be a major factor in defining what makes an entrepreneur successful, …
In recent years, the hospitality industry has been witnessing innovation and transformation like never before, with the integration of Artificial Intelligence (AI). From personalised guest experiences to streamlined operational processes, AI has become a powerful force in reshaping the way hotels, restaurants, and other businesses in the hospitality sector operate. So, it’s something that I have been looking at with …
Is the most romantic day of the year a keeper? Or is it time for the hospitality industry to end a tired relationship and move on to a new format? Is Valentine’s Day A Boost for Hospitality? Or more trouble than it’s worth? Firstly, I’ve never really been one for romantic trysts, well, not in such a commercialised sense. Valentine’s …
In my work as a motivational speaker, panel discussions are something I’m frequently asked to take part in – acting both as host and contributor. In my work as an event planner, I frequently orgnaise them. Which is why I want to share my thoughts and tips on how to plan the perfect panel discussion at an event. And also …
