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As 2018 ends, it’s time to look back at what I have learnt and what are my achievements over the past year.
Even though I have shared things I have learnt in my first year of business, not only a lot has changed since then, but I have also learnt a heck of a lot too.
*UPDATED ON 2ND NOVEMBER 2018*
Disclaimer: This post is written by me, and it’s based on my opinion only. Don’t just assume that everyone in my situation feels the same. Ask them how they personally feel instead.
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Being deaf/hard of hearing means there is certain information I struggle to access.
Since my business (and let’s face it, my personal life) revolves around being online, having the likes of accurate subtitles/captions and good quality audio is essential for me in order to be able to consume video/audio-based content.
Too many times I have had to cancel listening to a podcast or watching a video within seconds after starting because of terrible audio or lack of captions or transcripts.
[Read more…] about Being Shot Down Because of Accessibility Needs is Not Something Anyone Should Expect
One of the most popular questions people ask business owners is “how can I start my own business?”
And it’s a good question because there isn’t a textbook answer to this.
One of my previous blog posts is about the 52 things I have learnt in my first year in business.
Point 16 is: “the knowledge and experience from your previous jobs can help your business to succeed”.
I am a big believer in the value of full-time employment, whether you want to start a business or not.
[Read more…] about How Do You Start a Business? Get a Full-Time Job First!
In this episode, I get personal and talk briefly about my journey to podcasting, why I wanted to do it and what I got out of it.
If you are an avid podcast listener, most likely you will not be familiar with what goes on behind the microphone and the steps that is taken to make sure that a podcast episode goes up. It’s hard work, but it can be fun too.
[Read more…] about Episode #26 – What Can You Get Out of Podcasting?
For many years, I have been living with a challenge which affects my day-to-day life.
It’s something that we all take for granted. And it’s also something that is almost invisible to everyone else.
I have a hearing problem, so obviously I don’t hear as well as the average person.
And I tell you, I bloody hate it.
[Read more…] about My ‘Let Go’ Story: How Letting Go Can Make a Dramatic Difference to Your Life
One thing I have noticed over the past year after starting my own business is the number of people who boast about their supposedly successful businesses.
You know the kind.
“Hey, look at my car which I earned by only working a few hours a week”
“Check out the beach that I live on”
“I love my life…I can take a 6-month holiday because I have my own business”
“OMG, I lost count how many zeros I have in my bank account”
Seriously?!
[Read more…] about Other People’s Success is Not As Sexy As it Appears
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Just a quick backstory on what I want to talk about in this post.
There was a story written by Troy Hunt on his site about not taking security advice from SEO experts and psychics.
I urge you to read it…it’s fascinating. It can make you laugh, it can make you cry.
But also shows what is wrong with the SEO industry.
[Read more…] about In Response to Troy Hunt about HTTPS, SEO and…that guy
On 8th and 9th June 2017, I attended CMA Live 2017.
So what is CMA Live?
It is an annual Content Marketing Academy event, led by Chris Marr and held in Edinburgh. Notice that I didn’t say “conference”. Even though you could call it that, it feels different from any other conference I’ve ever attended.
And I’ve been to dozens of them over the years.
Back in April 2017, I joined the Content Marketing Academy membership, a community full of business people who want to master the art of content marketing.
As well as countless numbers of exclusive webinars, videos and a Slack group with over 100 members, the company also hosts CMA Live.
[Read more…] about 9 Things I Have Learnt From Attending CMA Live 2017 + Reviews of the Event