For most of my life, I've been focused on fitting in. Even writing these words out makes me cringe a little. It wasn't a conscious decision. More of a learned behaviour. A penchant for trying to say and do the ‘right’ things. Classic people pleaser. Running my first business in my...
Today I’m writing a letter to myself. I often ask my clients and students to do this. Today I’m doing it for me, giving myself purpose to fly these wings of mine even more. I’m reassessing, reviewing and reflecting so that I finish 2022 strong,...
"Trust yourself. Create the kind of Self that you will be happy to live with all your life. Make the most of yourself by fanning the tiny, inner sparks of possibility into flames of achievement." ~ Foster McClennan Trusting yourself isn’t an overnight quick-fix, kind of thing. It...
What’s ‘Play’ Got To Do With Business? Every week I lead an online class I teach virtually with AUT Adjunct Professor Mike Hutcheson on Innovation and Entrepreneurship. Today I'm buzzing! The sharing we do on the live calls always inspires me and this week's class...
Of all the buzz words in today’s business, innovation holds centre stage. As we celebrate #techweek this week, we recognise all that is innovative and good for the world. Innovation is crucial to the continuing success of any business or organisation and we would do...
You miss 100% of the shots you never take...
Written by Catherine Newton, Speaker, Author and Business Mentor After attending the 1st NZ Mindful Leaders Conference in Wellington this month, it turns out there is one core factor undermining our happiness and success. Having spent 2 days learning, listening and participating in the Conference one of...
Written by Catherine Newton, Speaker, Author and Business Mentor This week we are celebrating all women. In honour of International Women's Day on March 8th, I want to acknowledge all of you who are daring enough to start your own businesses, rise in your careers, share your...
Written by Catherine Newton, Speaker, Author and Business Mentor Have you ever found yourself questioning your value as an entrepreneur? When I started my first business as a life coach I would think, “Who am I? Why would anyone invest in my services.” To me, the biggest hurdle was...
Learning to build your business is like learning to walk. Sometimes you are going to fall over (that’s the fear and doubt creeping in), and you’re going to scrape your knees (that’s a client saying no – or an event bombing). As part of your growth to...