King of Pinpoint

The King of Pinpoint Pinpoint is a game on LinkedIn and I am the self-anointed king. It’s one of 3 games that LinkedIn has recently introduced. The others are Queens (a ‘game of visual logic’ apparently) and Crossclimb (a daily ‘crossword with a twist’). As LinkedIn...

My top five mistakes to avoid in sales and marketing

Mistakes to avoid in sales and marketing. There’s a great quote from Oscar Wilde that says experience is the name we give to our mistakes. It’s a good point. You can learn a lot from making mistakes but you don’t have to learn everything that way. Suggesting you dodge...

Why Reviews Matter For Everyone

I like me. Do you like me? This isn’t me being needy; I’m thinking about reviews and testimonials.  Let me be clear, asking for reviews is a great idea. It might make you feel a bit nervous but it has so many benefits for you and what you do. From your client’s...

Being Authentic

Being authentic is something that gets tossed around a lot online. It seems to be a pretty easy concept. You are yourself. You do not make an effort to be something or someone you are not. And you can’t say it about yourself. It’s like being cool – something...

Do You Need A Mentor Or A Coach?

Do you need a mentor or a coach? Which one am I? Do I have to be one or the other? Can I be both? This isn’t about me having an identity crisis but considering a question that often comes up. If you’re confused by the difference then don’t worry. They’re both about...