Lorna's blog

Building confidence as a business owner: How to fish for compliments and feast on confidence

As a business owner, building confidence is key to your success. But if you're anything like most people, you probably struggle with accept

The simplicity playbook: Rules for business owners with ADHD for a clearer, calmer life

What’s your gut reaction to rules and routine? If it’s big-time resistance, I ask you to suspend it for just a few moments and consider...

Demotivated small business owners get your dopamine hits here!

Unlock your motivation, get enjoyment from your effort and reward yourself right Business owners are terrible at rewarding themselves for...

SQUIRREL! 5 ways to manage distractions in your creative small business

Who hasn’t been distracted by a shiny new thing? My dog loves chasing them. (I only let her because I know she can’t catch them!) And you...

3 top tips for greater satisfaction as a small business owner

Being an entrepreneur can be a source of great happiness and you can make it even more satisfying... Have you ever pondered the...

Small business owners: 3 steps to spring clean your work life and declutter for success

Ah, the joys of spring cleaning! I’m sure you’ve been there, sorting through your drawers, cupboards, and wardrobes, bidding farewell to...

Unmasking the people pleasing entrepreneur: 5 steps to reclaim your time and prioritise your success

How are you showing up for yourself? Be completely honest with yourself, are you more likely to show up for those around you, when they...

From perks to pitfalls: 5 real perks of running a creative business (and how to combat the pitfalls)

I shared recently on LinkedIn how I was not full of the joys of being a business owner on Monday morning. You may be able to relate. Best...

Productivity hacks for creative business owners: Getting into the groove

Are you finding the start of the year a bit of a slog? I’m very ‘bah humbug’ about all that ‘new-year-new-you’ stuffery. I found that,...

Business owners: think bigGER and break free from limiting expectations

Today, I want to share a personal story that has shaped my journey as a creative small business owner and explore the impact of...

For creative business owners confidence is a multifaceted thing - far more valuable than a diamond!

How confident do you feel as a creative business owner? I suspect your confidence will vary considerably from one activity to another, as...

The art of self-recognition and reward: a creative business owner's reality check

You may have heard me say before that running a business is like riding a rollercoaster – it’s thrilling but with its fair share of...

Niche Niche Baby: Why microbusiness owners resist niching and the benefits they miss

In the wild and unpredictable world of entrepreneurship, being a microbusiness owner can sometimes feel like being caught between a rock...

Business owners: avoid burnout and feel the benefits of your holiday for longer

Have you discovered yet that working harder for longer isn’t the most effective strategy to deal with feeling overwhelmed? It's easy to...

Feeling overwhelmed? Don't stop thinking about tomorrow

Why failing to think big (more strategically) can smother the life out of your business (and keep you feeling overwhelmed) You run a...

Feeling overwhelmed? Wave your hands in the air like you don't care

What do poor quality work, low productivity, finding and losing your passion have to do with feeling overwhelmed while running your...