On the Blog: Straight Talk from an Entrepreneurship 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.
That's what The Ask’s blog is all about.
Here, you'll find no-nonsense insights, practical advice, and thought-provoking questions to fuel your entrepreneurial journey. From hacking your psychology to maximise business results, to navigating pivotal decisions with confidence, we'll explore the intersection of personal growth and business success.
Expect real-world success stories, actionable frameworks, and deep dives into the power of coaching. Whether you're contemplating a major pivot, seeking to sharpen your decision-making skills, or simply looking to stay ahead of the pack, you'll find valuable resources to help you level up.
What's your next peak? ⛰️ Master the entrepreneurial climb.
Are you unsure about your next steps in business? Take the Entrepreneurial Climb Quiz to discover exactly where you are in your journey. As a business coach in London, UK, I help entrepreneurs navigate every phase of growth. Whether you’re preparing for your next big move or scaling a successful business, this quiz will provide the clarity and guidance you need to make strategic decisions.
Eight lessons to help you navigate a pivot in business
Entrepreneurs at crossroads crave the clarity to assess their various options and to make sense of all the questions running through their minds. Questions like: Do I burn my existing business down? Do I find someone else to run my business? Am I crazy/stupid to add more to my plate? If you are navigating the next phase of entrepreneurship, here are eight lessons to help you navigate it.
How to complete a Business Model Canvas
The Business Model Canvas is the perfect tool for an aspiring entrepreneur or business owner. Download this handy guide and complete your own business model canvas.
What productivity tips actually help you get more work done?
Ellen shares her most impactful productivity practices, advice and toolkit after four years running The Ask and writing the original version of this post.
Inside A One Person Business - An Interview With Sara Loretta
Sara Loretta is an operations wizard. She is 10th US Certified Notion Consultant and 1st Certified Paperform Expert, and the Founder & Chief Digital Architect at SYSTMS™ an operations agency for agencies and small startups. This conversation is unfiltered, authentic and insightful, taking you behind the scenes of Sara’s business and brain and the ups and downs that led her to where she is today.
Take the Authority Archetype quiz
Take the Authority Archetype Quiz! Discover the blueprint for promoting your own business, that makes content creation a breeze, faster and more fun. And ultimately, attracts those dream clients.
12 first principles of Authority building + 100 content prompts
Build your Authority faster and with more results with The Ask’s 12 Principles of Authority Building and 99 Content Prompts. Simplify your content strategy and effectively reach your dream clients, without wasting time wondering what to post.
Inside A One Person Business - An Interview With Alex Merry
Alex Merry is a Public Speaking Coach and founder of community-based speaking startup called MicDrop. In this One Person Business interview, Ellen discusses Alex’s journey from COO of a fast-growing startup to Public Speaking Coach, despite not liking public speaking.
'The Authority Economy’ - Master the lessons from the titans who’ve turned their expertise into 7 & 8 figure empires
Discover how you can master the Authority Economy by learning from business Titans who have successfully scaled their businesses to 6 or 7 figures. Learn how to get noticed, leverage your skills and create a profitable gap for yourself in today’s digital world.
The 10 questions to answer if you want to have your best year yet in business
2024 has arrived! Time to get inspired about making your business goals a reality, by answering these 10 questions. Whether you’re hoping to go full time, launch a new product or increase your fees, these reflective questions will help you get focused for the year ahead.
The Ultimate Gift Guide for the Small Business Owner
Christmas gifts for small business owners, by small business owners! Shop my top recommendations of gift ideas created by clients and mentors. From courses and learning experiences, to luxury items and intimacy games, enjoy unique gift items made by people who have made the leap into entrepreneurship
Inside A One Person Business - An Interview With Dan Oshinsky
Dan Oshinsky is an email marketing expert who cut his teeth at Buzzfeed. His business, Inbox Collective started by accident, simply by becoming an expert is his field and sharing his knowledge with others. He now has over 10,000 readers on his own newsletter and supports other soloprenerus, businesses and NGO’s leverage the power of email to grow their own ventures.
How much of your ‘true self’ should you really bring into your business?
When running a one person business, you are the focal element. Your character, strengths and quirks could all merge with your brand identity. But how much of your true self is the ‘right’ amount to share with the world, with your customers? This deepdive with give you the answers.