Lately, I’m seeing a lot of mistakes being made when business owners speak at networking events or conferences. more »
Valerie Khoo
Save yourself from embarrassment: 4 tips for public speaking
Get out of your comfort zone and in front of a crowd
If you want to build your profile or showcase your expertise, one of the best ways to do this is by speaking at events. more »
Trade shows: five things not to do at SXSW
You might have had the best product in the world, but that’s irrelevant if you can’t explain what you’re actually about. more »
Slammed on social media: how to deal with it
It’s mortifying, stressful and can cause heart palpitations. I’m talking about being slammed on social media. more »
The power of case studies
Case studies. They may not sound like the most exciting stories in the world. But they can be among the most powerful. more »
Customer-focused writing (and why you should use it)
Customer-focused writing is all about making sure that your customers are front and centre in your messaging. more »
Is your marketing hitting the right target?
If you’re writing material for your website or marketing, the key is to clearly understand who you want to appeal to. more »
Business letter writing etiquette
You might think that the old-fashioned letter is a relic of the past, but it’s still in wide use in the business world. more »
How to deliver bad news
It’s never easy when you’re the bearer of bad news. However, this can be an inevitable part of running a business. more »
How your blog can grow your business
We all know that blogging can be good for your business. But how do you know if you’re blogging the right way? more »
Six old-fashioned business phrases you should ban
These days, a business letter that’s written in a tone that’s too formal can be interpreted as rude or pretentious. more »
All about you: the top company profile mistakes
Your ‘about us’ page is one of the most clicked on your website, but how much time have you spent crafting the words on it? more »
Business books are the new black
These days savvy business owners aren’t merely exchanging business cards anymore. They’re exchanging books. more »
Everyone’s a storyteller
In a world of instant publishing and blogging, everyone’s a storyteller. The trouble is, not everyone knows how. more »