On the Blog: Straight Talk from an Entrepreneur Coach
Practical wisdom and resources for ambitious founders.
Driving your business forward isn't just about strategy and tactics—it's about asking the right questions, challenging your assumptions, and constantly evolving as a leader.
On The Ask’s blog you'll find no-nonsense insights, practical advice, and thought-provoking questions to fuel your entrepreneurial journey. Whether you're contemplating a major pivot, seeking to sharpen your decision-making skills, or simply looking to stay ahead of the pack, get valuable resources to level up.
How to know whether or not self-employment is right for you
Becoming an entrepreneur has never been easier. But should you make the move to self-employment and become an entrepreneur, or stick with the security of a 9-5? Read on for four questions to ask yourself to get clear on what you should do.
How to figure out what to do next in your career
Don't stay stuck in indecision for another year. This January, use our ten-step guide to take action towards career clarity.
How to plan your year ahead (through career uncertainty)
Plan for a remarkable year ahead, despite the uncertainty! Find out the exact process I use and how you can apply this to your working life.
Can you have more than one professional identity?
Exploring the third option in the 'Generalist' v 'Specialist' debate: The Hybrid professional. An interview with Dr Sarabeth Berk. Part 2 of 2.
Can certain personal traits make you more likely to succeed in entrepreneurship?
A low down of the seven top traits I've observed in successful entrepreneurs.
How to plan through uncertainty
Whilst entrepreneurial professionals are no strangers to uncertainty, the outlook for 2023 brings even more question marks. Your guide to planning ahead regardless.
How to commit and follow through on your career and business goals (continued - part 2 of 2)
Overcoming the focus and execution challenges that sit between you and your biggest goals. Part 2 of a 2-part series.
How to commit and follow through on your career and business goals
An essay on finding the necessary conviction to pursue what you SAY you most want in your career and relentlessly execute upon it. Part 1 of a 2 part series.
What comes first, your personal or company brand?
A joint newsletter post ft. Tejaswi Gautam of Future of Work, Future of You on the power of investing in your personal brand to ensure you future-proof your career.
How to get back up again after you fall in entrepreneurship
When you're taking risks, dreaming big and going for gold... you won't always reach the stars. Here's how to pick yourself up again after a fall.
What is stopping you from starting your new idea or business? (Continued)
Part 2 of 2 - Nearly every new founder faces hurdles of a lack of time, money, confidence and focus. Read on to find out how your confidence and focus issues are blocking your progress and what to do about it.
What is stopping you from starting your new idea or business?
Part 1 of 2 as we explore the common hurdles new founders face in their lack of time, money, confidence and focus.
Is ‘follow your passion’ helpful advice when starting a business?
‘Follow your passion’ is advice often thrown around when starting a business or side project. For those who have yet to discover theirs, this advice is frustrating. But, here’s a more helpful way to look at it..
Why turning your talent to money is the most important skill you’ll ever learn
The working world has changed for good. Remote work, digital nomadism and the search for meaning make the workplace more exciting than ever. But how do you capitalise on it? Is entrepreneurship the answer?
How to travel and work remotely
Personal reflections having taken The Ask onto the road, alongside some life and business lessons for us all.
How to get your first 1,000 email subscribers
The strategies and checklist to get from 0 to 1000 email newsletter subscribers, taken from the tools I used to grow The Ask newsletter
How to use your heart to set goals you truly care about achieving
Follow these four steps to setting goals that light you up, plus what you can expect from me, The Ask® and this newsletter in the year ahead
How to get customers lining up to buy from you.
Getting customers is key to the growth and success of your new business. But how do you do it, without feeling gimmicky, strained or uncomfortable? Read on for tips on how to promote your business authentically.
Who are your customers and what do they want from you?
Customers are the lifeblood of any business. How do you know who they are? We speak to Product Marketing expert Alicia Carney for her insights on customer acquisition and niching.
Why is it so hard to pick a niche?
Niching is a vital skill for any entrepreneur starting a new business. It can make or break your business strategy and mean the difference between success or failure. Here's everything you never knew about niching and how to do it for your business.