The pros and cons of chasing perfection when starting a business
When leaving employment and going it alone with a new business venture, there’s a lot of pressure to achieve perfection. After all, it’s now your name above the door and the buck stops with you. You want your brand to shine, your product or service to impress and your...
The founder’s identity crisis: to BE the business or part of it
Navigating the spotlight isn’t easy, even when playing a role that’s front and centre of something you are truly passionate about – like your business! The founder’s identity crisis is common. Even at an early stage, founders have to get used to being the face,...
Can you learn to be an entrepreneur?
Nature or nurture. It’s a debate as old as the chicken and the egg. But what happens when you apply that thought to the entrepreneur? In a business context, people often talk about “entrepreneurial spirit”; “an eye for a deal”; “a nose for opportunity”; and even a...
What does it take to be a successful business owner?
What does it take to be a successful business owner? There are so many things that go into being a successful entrepreneur. Yes, it starts with a great idea, but it definitely doesn’t stop there. Being successful in launching and growing your business idea relies on...