If you don’t ask – you don’t get!
That’s a useful motto to have, because we can’t mind-read other people and unless we tell them what we need, they can’t possibly support us.
However, how many people find it hard to ask?
If this sounds like you then remember that we’re all OK! We all have a right to be here. We have a right to have needs and wants. We have a right to ask.
I’m off to ask for some cake…
…What will you ask for this week?
I’m currently preparing a ‘how to start your business’ workshop and was reflecting on the essence of success. We can approach success from many angles and it’s tempting to over-complicate things, so in the spirit of simplicity here are my 3C’s of success:
Confidence – we need to remember that we have a right to be in business and that we have useful strengths and skills. We can find words and friends and support and enjoy being confident. What’s your favourite skill?
Cash – is king and making sure we have enough working capital to keep trading is vital. The key tool to help us with this is a cash flow forecast – and I’m always amazed how many people don’t have one. Do you?
Cake – whether it’s victoria sponge, eccles, or fruit – cake is a great way to network and find new customers. Often people find ‘sales meetings’ intimidating and I’ve found that inviting people out for coffee and cake is a much easier way to find a friend and do business. What cake do you like?
So, this week have a think about confidence, cash and cake.
What do you need to do differently?
What ‘c’ would you add to the list?