Personal Development Interviews

Adversity is a part of life and it’s something that we all have to deal with. As small business owners, it can sometimes feel like we are having to deal with more than our fair share. The pressure can often seem insurmountable and if we let it get on top of us, we can suffer… The post https://www.excellence-expected.com/episode101/ (When The Going Gets Tough: You Grow, You Prosper) appeared first on https://www.excellence-expected.com (Excellence Expected, by Mark Asquith).

As small business owners, it’s easy to convince ourselves that we’re too busy for certain activities. One of the first things to get dropped from the schedule is exercise. It seems like a time luxury that we can ill afford so we get our heart rates up by taking difficult phone calls and expend our… The post https://www.excellence-expected.com/episode97/ (Chris Brogan on Entrepreneurial Fitness Without the Excuses) appeared first on https://www.excellence-expected.com (Excellence Expected, by Mark Asquith).

We often hear that businesses care about transparency, that they are investors in people and that their customers are number on. But once you get beyond the marketing and the clever copywriting, how many businesses have you experienced where this is actually the case? Our guest for this episode of the number one small business… The post https://www.excellence-expected.com/episode96/ (Simon Biltcliffe: How to Achieve a Stress-free Life as CEO of a Successful Business) appeared first on https://www.excellence-expected.com (Excellence Expected, by Mark Asquith).

It’s the age-old question, isn’t it? How do you achieve a balance between your family life and running a small business or startup? There is, of course, no perfect work-life balance. Everyone’s situation is different and there are too many variables to take into account in each individual case. What works for one person will… The post https://www.excellence-expected.com/episode93/ (I Successfully Started a Family and a Business Together – Here’s How) appeared first on https://www.excellence-expected.com (Excellence Expected, by Mark Asquith).

Freelancing offers us the chance to use our specialist skills and interests to succeed in business, but it can also be one of the toughest ways in which to be a small business owner. We’re relying on ourselves to handle every aspect of business from creating content and products to marketing and promotions. Finding clients… The post https://www.excellence-expected.com/episode88/ (The Roadmap to Success – Finding Your Dream Customers) appeared first on https://www.excellence-expected.com (Excellence Expected, by Mark Asquith).

We live in an increasingly connected world and it’s never been easier for us to make contact with others around the globe. Whether you want to make new contacts in your industry or niche, or if you want make connections with people who work outside your own field, technology has revolutionised this process. However, the… The post https://www.excellence-expected.com/episode85/ (Allied For Success with Emmy Winner Kare Anderson) appeared first on https://www.excellence-expected.com (Excellence Expected, by Mark Asquith).

Having a great idea is one thing, but getting it out there and making sure it’s being heard by the intended audience is quite another. The tools that have allowed us to spread our ideas more easily have also made it more difficult to be heard. We’re all exposed to a torrent of media on… The post https://www.excellence-expected.com/episode82/ (It’s Your Time to Break Through, with Dorie Clark) appeared first on https://www.excellence-expected.com (Excellence Expected, by Mark Asquith).

We all have heard the phrase: work/life balance. But in real life, it doesn’t work like that. You need to adjust the scales as necessary. Instead of balance, find harmony. How can you raise great kids when you are an entrepreneur or business owner? How do you know what you need to give to your family?… The post https://www.excellence-expected.com/episode78/ (You Can Raise Great Kids AND Run a Business) appeared first on https://www.excellence-expected.com (Excellence Expected, by Mark Asquith).

What do you do when things go wrong – when the sh*t hits the fan? How do you deal with it in a way that benefits your business? Everyone makes mistakes, but it's not about what went wrong, but about what you do as a result to improve. A working mentality and mindset is important.… The post https://www.excellence-expected.com/episode76/ (It’s All Gone Wrong – Now What?) appeared first on https://www.excellence-expected.com (Excellence Expected, by Mark Asquith).

Think back to your high school days. Remember the cool kids? Wonder what they are doing now? Well, cool can be a curse and often prevents people from taking a leap due to a fear of failure. However, the uncool people get on with their lives and inherit the Earth! Uncool people are often branded… The post https://www.excellence-expected.com/episode71/ (The Outside Edge with Robert Kelsey) appeared first on https://www.excellence-expected.com (Excellence Expected, by Mark Asquith).

Many people are so focused on just being able to pay their bills and get ahead in their business. But you must have the right mindset and be receptive to ideas/opportunities; you must be happy and not focus on fear – can you honestly say that describes your approach to doing business? Transform and shift your… The post https://www.excellence-expected.com/episode68/ (Become a Force for Growth with Justin Verrengia from Enlightened Entrepreneurs) appeared first on https://www.excellence-expected.com (Excellence Expected, by Mark Asquith).

We all do jobs for the wrong reasons – you don’t want to let people down, perhaps you don’t know how to say ‘No’, and hey, doesn't everyone need cash in the bank? However, if you are unhappy and frustrated, stop what you are doing – even if it is your own business. Stick to your guns, follow your… The post https://www.excellence-expected.com/episode66/ (When To Leave Your Own Small Business) appeared first on https://www.excellence-expected.com (Excellence Expected, by Mark Asquith).

There's no doubt that when you have an idea and want to take it to the next level, you need buy in and people to support you. You need to be perceived as someone that people know, like, and trust. As you develop those three pillars – you become a person of influence. But are you… The post https://www.excellence-expected.com/episode64/ (Growing Your Influence The Right Way For the Long Haul with Jared Easley) appeared first on https://www.excellence-expected.com (Excellence Expected, by Mark Asquith).

Traditional routes into business are starting to fade. In the next 10 years, millennials will make up 75% of the workforce. What can millennials do to make themselves more employable in tomorrow’s business? They are going to play an important role in business! How do companies engage them and get them excited to work so… The post https://www.excellence-expected.com/episode62/ (Intrapreneur – The Evolution of the Young Entrepreneur) appeared first on https://www.excellence-expected.com (Excellence Expected, by Mark Asquith).

Books have become the new business card. Books are something that people keep, they can use them, and they make people think of you! People are likely to throw away business cards, but not books. However, a lack of confidence, insecurities, doubts, and other factors keep people from writing books. Who’s gonna buy it? Who’s… The post https://www.excellence-expected.com/episode58/ (Self-Publish Your Way to Success – Writing the One Book We All Have In Us) appeared first on https://www.excellence-expected.com (Excellence Expected, by Mark Asquith).

Most people have a sexy, romantic view of becoming an entrepreneur – quit your day job and be happy and live your dreams. Well, being an entrepreneur actually involves hard work, early mornings, tough days, etc. It is not for everyone. Sometimes you get hit hard and don’t get back up. Your business fails. Instead,… The post https://www.excellence-expected.com/episode55/ (Just Start! Building Your Business On the Side with Brendan Hufford from Entrepreneurs and Coffee) appeared first on https://www.excellence-expected.com (Excellence Expected, by Mark Asquith).

Feel like you are in a rut? Is your business facing a plateau or roadblock? When you hit a plateau, how do you make progress and reach the next level? Symptoms of a plateau include being stressed out and anxious; not prioritising tasks but only dealing with urgent matters; having self-doubt and no one to… The post https://www.excellence-expected.com/episode53/ (SMASH Your Business Plateau NOW!) appeared first on https://www.excellence-expected.com (Excellence Expected, by Mark Asquith).

Scaling your business is a nice problem to have, yet it is still a problem. Entrepreneurs get so focused on delivering one thing that they can’t see other options. They need to learn how to pivot their businesses. How can they grow into something more? When scaling a business, entrepreneurs need to measure results and… The post https://www.excellence-expected.com/episode52/ (3 Steps To Scaling Your Small Business Safely) appeared first on https://www.excellence-expected.com (Excellence Expected, by Mark Asquith).

To be successful in business, a university degree is not necessarily required! School is not for everyone, and entering the business world right away may be a better option. Get a job. Build your skills. Gain hands-on experience. Rather than taking the traditional route of going to university, it is education from another perspective. Getting… The post https://www.excellence-expected.com/episode51/ (The Route to Success Is Your Own – Education or Entrepreneurial Spirit?) appeared first on https://www.excellence-expected.com (Excellence Expected, by Mark Asquith).

Gratitude is rarely spoken about and often overlooked in business. In business, be grateful for any opportunity that comes your way. Be grateful for getting a job interview, be grateful for finding new clients, be grateful for your staff of employees. Show gratitude in your voice and actions. You want to create a culture of… The post https://www.excellence-expected.com/episode50/ (Small Business Success Through Gratitude – Why it’s Time to Change Your Attitude) appeared first on https://www.excellence-expected.com (Excellence Expected, by Mark Asquith).