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10Jun 2025 by Lucieg789 No Comments

Two:- Fall Seven Times, Stand Up Eight – Building Resilience in the Corporate Arena

Business Coaching, General, Management Consulting

"Fall seven times, stand up eight" is a well-known proverb in martial arts, reminding practitioners that resilience is not about never falling — it’s about always rising again. In business, failure is inevitable. Markets shift, clients change direction, projects derail. But what separates successful professionals from the rest is their ability to adapt, recover, and move forward with even greater resolve. Martial arts training teaches one to embrace discomfort and uncertainty. Whether it’s recovering from a tough sparring session or reworking a technique that just won’t land, practitioners build grit and perseverance over time. This same mindset is invaluable in professional settings. When setbacks arise, resilient leaders remain calm, reassess their approach, and find creative solutions. Businesses that nurture a culture of resilience — where failure is seen as feedback…

28May 2025 by Lucieg789 No Comments

One:- The Black Belt Mindset in Business

Business Coaching, Consultician, Management Consulting

In martial arts, earning a black belt is not a final achievement but the beginning of a deeper journey. Similarly, in business, true leadership begins when we stop chasing titles and start mastering ourselves. The principles honed in the dojo — discipline, respect, perseverance, and humility — are just as relevant in the boardroom as they are on the mat. The "black belt mindset" is about committing to excellence, embracing continuous learning, and leading with integrity. Just as a martial artist sharpens their skills daily, a business leader must refine their strategic thinking, emotional intelligence, and communication. It’s about showing up, even when it’s hard. Especially when it’s hard. As the modern workplace becomes increasingly fast-paced and unpredictable, the need for leaders who are grounded, resilient, and focused has never…

28May 2025 by Lucieg789 No Comments

Blog Series Introduction: From Dojo to Boardroom – What Martial Arts Can Teach Us About Modern Leadership

General

What can a black belt teach you about running a business? Quite a lot, as it turns out. Welcome to our new blog series, From Dojo to Boardroom, where we explore the powerful lessons martial arts can offer those navigating the challenges of leadership, entrepreneurship, and personal growth. Whether you're a small business owner, a team leader, or simply someone striving to improve professionally, this series is for you. Drawing inspiration from disciplines like Karate and Jiu-Jitsu, each post in this series delves into the mindset, values, and practices honed in martial arts – and shows how they can be applied in today’s fast-paced, high-pressure work environments. From cultivating resilience in the face of setbacks to harnessing the power of presence in decision-making, the dojo offers a rich and often…

20May 2025 by Lucieg789 No Comments

Top 5 Challenges Facing Hampshire SMEs (and How to Overcome Them)

Business Coaching, Consultician, Management Consulting

Running a small or medium-sized enterprise (SME) in Hampshire is a rewarding but often challenging endeavour. While our county boasts a thriving business community, local SMEs face unique hurdles that can hinder growth and success. At Consultician, we work with businesses like yours every day, and we understand the pressures you're under. So, we've compiled the top five challenges facing Hampshire SMEs, along with practical solutions to help you navigate these tricky waters. The Talent Tug-of-War: Attracting and Retaining Top Talent Finding and keeping skilled employees is a constant struggle for many SMEs. Larger companies often have bigger budgets and more attractive benefits packages, making it difficult for smaller businesses to compete. The Solution: Think outside the box! Offer flexible working arrangements, invest in employee training and development, and create a…

14Apr 2025 by Lucieg789 No Comments

5 Key Strategies Every SME Should Implement for Sustainable Growth

Business Coaching, Management Consulting

For small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), achieving consistent, long-term growth can sometimes feel like a daunting task. With limited resources, constant challenges, and the need to adapt to an ever-changing market, it’s easy to get caught up in short-term gains and lose sight of the bigger picture. However, implementing well-thought-out strategies can make all the difference when it comes to sustaining growth over time. Here are five key strategies every SME should consider to ensure long-term success: Develop a Clear Business Strategy Without a clear strategy, it’s difficult to navigate your business towards sustainable growth. A well-defined business strategy serves as a roadmap for success, helping you identify your long-term goals and the steps needed to achieve them. Start by conducting a thorough analysis of your current market position, strengths,…

09Apr 2025 by Lucieg789 No Comments

Marketing on a Budget: How SMEs Can Use Social Media to Drive Business Success

Business Coaching, General

For many small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), marketing budgets are often tight. Yet, despite these financial constraints, social media offers an incredible opportunity to raise brand awareness, engage with customers, and drive sales – all without breaking the bank. In today’s digital age, the right social media strategy can deliver impressive results, even for businesses with limited resources. Here’s a practical guide on how SMEs can leverage social media platforms effectively to achieve marketing success. 1. Choose the Right Platforms for Your Business With so many social media platforms available, it’s essential to focus your efforts on the ones that will most benefit your business. For SMEs, it’s important to identify where your target audience spends their time. Here’s a quick breakdown of popular platforms: Facebook: Great for building communities and…

06Feb 2025 by Lucieg789 No Comments

Why Business Coaching is the Secret to Unlocking Your SME’s Full Potential

Business Coaching, Management Consulting

As an SME owner or manager, you’re juggling multiple priorities, striving to grow your business while tackling everyday challenges. Sometimes, it can feel overwhelming trying to maintain focus on long-term goals while managing day-to-day operations. This is where business coaching can be a game-changer. Business coaching isn’t just for large corporations – it’s a powerful tool for SMEs looking to maximise their potential. Whether you’re a small start-up or an established business, a tailored coaching programme can help you navigate obstacles, clarify your vision, and achieve measurable growth. Here’s how business coaching can make a difference: 1. Overcoming Challenges with Expert Guidance Every business faces obstacles, whether it’s managing cash flow, handling employee performance, or adapting to market changes. Business coaching provides you with a fresh, objective perspective. By working closely with…

01May 2019 by Lucieg789 No Comments

Phishing Attacks See Massive Increases and Improvements in Execution with Social Engineering at the Helm

General, Management Consulting, Training

With 98% of malicious emails that hit inboxes containing no malware, the evolution and future of the phish lies squarely in the hands of effective social engineering. If you were a cybercriminal and were planning on using email as the medium by which to carry out your evil plans, you quickly realize you need to fool the recipient no matter what – whether the desired action is to open a malicious attachment, click a link, or respond, you much con them into doing so. Read more

08Feb 2019 by Lucieg789 No Comments

Social Engineering Comes to Wikipedia

Management Consulting, Training

Attackers are selectively editing Wikipedia articles to lend credibility to tech support scams, according to Rob VandenBrink at the SANS Internet Storm Center. The Wikipedia page for the SpyEye banking Trojan was changed in mid-December to include a typo-ridden paragraph which claims that only three tech companies can remove the malware, and that “Best buy, Geek squad, Office Depo will not be able to fix it at all.” VandenBrink says that the scammer made these edits to convince victims that “only we can help you fix this (fake of course) infection you have on your computer.” The edit history of the Wikipedia user who made the changes shows that the account made similar edits to the “Macro virus” Wikipedia page, but those changes have since been fixed by other users.…

01Feb 2019 by Lucieg789 No Comments

Modern Ransomware Goes After Data Backups

Management Consulting, Training

Ransomware is using a variety of methods to reduce or nullify the effectiveness of data backups, writes Maria Korolov at CSO. Restoring from a backup is one of the best strategies that organizations can use to recover from a ransomware attack, so it’s obvious why attackers would want to target this data. Ransomware has been observed attacking shared network drives, Windows shadow copies, and any files that have backup file extensions. Some ransomware variants can even sync with the victim’s cloud service and encrypt files stored there. Read more here...

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