My blog

The third phase of the e-ttraction model is Leverage and one of the key parts of this is creating compelling content. Communicating your value to your perfect customers, employees and partners is very important to ensure they know what you do, why you do it and who you do it for.

We can do this on our websites, social media and in meetings. But writing blogs is a tremendous way to drip-feed your brand to thousands of people with minimal effort, easy-to-use tools and almost no cost. Plus it's still the best way to get Google to rank your website and social media profiles as it's magic for SEO. 

That's why I have been writing blogs since I started my business and will continue to do so. If you need a hand doing them just reach out to me and I'm happy to give you some advice. 

Freedom Without Community Feels Surprisingly Lonely
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Freedom Without Community Feels Surprisingly Lonely

You can have a solid strategy and still feel stuck.

You can have decades of experience and still hesitate.

You can have ambition and still question yourself.

It’s not because you’re incapable.

It’s because building a business without the right environment quietly erodes momentum.

In this article, I unpack what most corporate escapees underestimate when they go out on their own — and why leverage isn’t just systems, funnels, or marketing.

It’s community.

If you’re serious about building something that lasts, this is worth five minutes of your time.

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How to Transition from CEO to Consultant: Building and Scaling Your Own Business
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How to Transition from CEO to Consultant: Building and Scaling Your Own Business

You’ve spent years leading teams. But can you lead yourself?

Making the leap from corporate to consulting isn’t just a career change, it’s an identity shift.
When you leave the weight of a big brand behind, your credibility doesn’t disappear, it transforms. It becomes you.

In this article, Andrew shares:
✅ The three stages every consultant must go through to scale beyond hourly rates
✅ How to turn your corporate expertise into a brand that attracts clients
✅ Why your growth path should align with your personality, not someone else’s model

If you’re a corporate escapee ready to build something of your own then this one’s for you.
Read the full article and start designing a business that works for you, not the other way around.

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The long game: James McCracken and the business you can actually run
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The long game: James McCracken and the business you can actually run

You don’t “wake up” one day ready to run your own thing. You build it, slowly, through the moments that shape you.

James McCracken - Mortgage Broker Business Coach's story has the bits most people skip - the cupcake hustle as a kid, the cold start overseas, the corporate years where the brand did half the heavy lifting, and the real lessons that hit when you’re on your own with no logo behind you.

What we loved most is how he talks about growth: more conversations, more opportunities, better client experience, and the mindset shift from scarcity to abundance.

If you’re sitting in a corporate role with that quiet itch to go out on your own, this will land.

Read the blog here.

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Lynn Garbers’ Journey of Connection, Resilience, and Reinvention that went from ironing clothes to executive coaching:
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Lynn Garbers’ Journey of Connection, Resilience, and Reinvention that went from ironing clothes to executive coaching:

Lynn Garbers’ journey from ironing clothes at eight years old to coaching tech leaders today shows the power of resilience, connection, and following your passion.

Her story is full of twists, pivots, and lessons about building real relationships and embracing change.

Lynn is the Director and Executive Coach at Eagle Achievements and has worked closely with Social Star. Her experience is a great inspiration for anyone ready to take the leap into entrepreneurship.

Ready to start your own journey? Read her full story in our recent blog.

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Behind the BYOB Program: Insights from Sunny’s Journey with Sunny Speaks
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Behind the BYOB Program: Insights from Sunny’s Journey with Sunny Speaks

What if the leap from dreamer to entrepreneur was just a step-by-step process away?

Discover how Sunayna Odhavji turned her passion for helping kids into a thriving business called Sunny Speaks with the Build Your Own Business program. Her journey is just proof that with the right guidance, anyone can make their business dreams a reality.

In this article, we dive deep into her transformative journey through the Build Your Own Business (BYOB) program. From vision-setting to client acquisition, Sunny shares the steps that helped her turn her dream into action.

This is more than just a course; it's the support system every aspiring entrepreneur needs.

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Stop Saying "Not Much": How to Turn Everyday Conversations Into Business Opportunities
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Stop Saying "Not Much": How to Turn Everyday Conversations Into Business Opportunities

You don’t need to be a “salesperson” to talk about your business.
You just need the right words.

Most of us freeze when someone asks what we do. We downplay it. We give vague answers. We change the subject. But every conversation is a chance to build connection and that’s what pitching is really about.

In this article, we share a refreshingly simple way to craft a pitch that’s clear, authentic, and totally you. No scripts. No pressure. Just your story, which is supposed to be told well.

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What If I Don’t Try? Elliot’s Leap from IT to Impactful Project Supervision
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What If I Don’t Try? Elliot’s Leap from IT to Impactful Project Supervision

After 20 years in IT, Elliott O'Dea-Joyce didn’t just switch careers, he built a role that never existed before.

He went from managing global systems to delivering hands-on results on the factory floor, creating a business that puts people and outcomes first.

“What if I don’t try?” That question changed everything.
📖 Read the blog to see how Elliot made the leap and what he learned along the way.

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