Business Advice to my Younger Self
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Each morning during Global Entrepreneurship Week, 13th - 19th November 2023, we shared “Business Advice to my Younger Self” curated from experienced, successful entrepreneurs from the Causeway Coast and Glens area.
Business Advice to my Younger Self: Day 1 of 7
Today we hear from Colin Christie, CEO, Christies Direct Ballymoney
"Never Assume: Assumptions can lead to misunderstandings, errors and missed opportunities.
Be willing to adjust your plans or actions based on new information.
By avoiding assumptions, you achieve better results."
Business Advice to my Younger Self: Day 2 of 7
Today we hear from Dr Mark McKinney, Managing Director, ATG Group
"Remember to identify what your gifting is and work to those strengths.
Be strategic about the relationships you develop over time.
Don’t get upset or disappointed when things go wrong, rather learn from them."
Business Advice to my Younger Self: Day 3 of 7
Today we hear from Anne Marie McGoldrick, Director, The Electric Storage Company
"Trust your instincts.
At one point or another we all doubt ourselves, but remember that determination and merit have brought you success.
Believe in yourself and others will start believing in you."
Business Advice to my Younger Self: Day 4 of 7
Today we hear from Mark Hutchinson, CEO, Hutchinson Engineering
"Don’t be naive in thinking that you know everything.
Seek advice from a mentor who you trust.
There are lots of great people willing to share their experiences."
Business Advice to my Younger Self: Day 5 of 7
Today we hear from John Armstrong MBE, Chronicle Press, Collaborative Work Hub (follow Enterprise Causeway for updates)
"You will develop more through days of adversity than days of prosperity.
Resilience is a main ingredient of success.
Act calmly but with urgency in a crisis. Look for an opportunity in the crisis."
Business Advice to my Younger Self: Day 6 of 7
Today we hear from Janet Schofield, CEO, CAN Compass Advocacy Network Ltd
"The essence of entrepreneurship shines brightest when fuelled by 'Purpose’.
This is where passion ignites, valuing people stands equal to profit, and success is measured by the positive impact made on lives."
Business Advice to my Younger Self: Day 7 of 7
Today we hear from Colin McClean, Founder, Bob and Berts
"Running a business can be overwhelming.
Get into the detail early and get to know your own business inside out."
That concludes our "Business Advice to my Younger Self" series.
We hope you enjoyed it and have been inspired by the pearls of wisdom shared by these local, successful entrepreneurs.
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