If you’re overwhelmed running your business right now, reading this at 11pm with fifteen tabs open and a head full of noise, I want you to know something first: you’re not doing it wrong. You’re just doing too much of it alone. Overwhelm doesn’t mean you’re a bad business owner. It usually means you’re a […]
When To Get A Business Mentor: Don’t Wait Until It’s Too Late One of the most common questions I get asked as a small business mentor is when to get a business mentor. And my answer is always the same. Earlier than you think. Much earlier. I know that’s not what most people want […]
Are You Actually Paying Yourself? The Truth About Wages and Profit in Small Business Paying yourself in small business is one of the most important and most overlooked, things you will ever do as a business owner. If you’re not doing it properly, your business is working against you, not for you. I want […]
You sit down to work and you’re not sure where to start. You’ve got a list. You’ve probably had that same list for a while. But instead of doing the things on it, you find yourself going around in circles — checking emails, scrolling, starting something and stopping, second-guessing everything. Sound familiar? If you’re nodding […]
You’ve Been in Business for Years — So Why Does It Still Feel Like Survival Mode? Okay. I’m going to say something and I need you to really hear it. Not as your mentor. Not as someone trying to sell you something. As your business bestie who is sitting across from you right now, coffee […]
Client gifting for small business owners Now’s the Time to Get Your Client Gifting Organised It’s that time of year again—the inbox is overflowing, you’re wrapping up projects, and your energy is teetering on “I need a nap” and “just get me to January.” But there’s one thing you don’t want to forget in the […]
Why Small Business Marketing Really Matters Small business marketing isn’t about chasing viral trends or designing the fanciest funnel. It’s about one thing: showing up consistently so people remember you. I’ve been in business for over 22 years and I’ve seen the same story play out over and over again. The business owners who struggle […]
Discover why self-care for small business owners isn’t a luxury—it’s a necessity. Learn practical strategies to protect your health, energy, and business success. There’s a moment that still makes me pause. It was a Tuesday. I’d had five client sessions back-to-back, a to-do list that just wouldn’t quit, emails piling up in the background, and […]
Not sure whether to DIY your website or hire a designer? This complete guide breaks down the pros and cons of all website types, platform comparisons, what to look for in a great web designer, and a checklist of must-have features for small business websites in 2025. Written by Perth web expert Blair Thorne, it’s […]
Planning an EOFY sale? Discover smart, profitable EOFY sale ideas for small business owners in Australia. Learn how to avoid common mistakes, price your offers with purpose, and build a marketing plan that works. Created by a Perth small business mentor and coach, this guide includes end of financial year marketing tips, legal advice, and […]
