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 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.