It’s been a huge learning curve, not just in terms of the practicalities of setting up and running my own business, but personally too. I’ve learnt things about myself, my motivations and drive, what I love doing, what I excel at, and what I need to work on. It’s been an eye-opening rollercoaster to say the least!

Whatever organisation, those leading the charge and having a clear purpose of why, play a key role in the success or failure of any business. Having a team that believes they can run with your vision and make the magic happen is what will really make a difference and not only put a big smile on your face, but your customers too!

When a marketing or PR campaign goes viral you know it’s stirred up a hornet’s nest of emotions with the public. Whether it be humourous, scandalous or emotive it resonates on such a level that millions of others collectively share a similar reaction and response.

Working out how much to charge for your products or service is a key decision process that will have an inevitable impact on the success of any business.

On International Women’s Day I’ve picked out my top 5 lessons and memories involving five great female colleagues that have really inspired not only my career path, but my growth as a person – going from a care free graduate to a mum of two and female entrepreneur.