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Why your fear of failure might be the best thing that ever happened to your creative business
Let me start with a question (don't worry, it's a gentle one) When was the last time something in your creative business didn't go to plan? Maybe a proposal came back with a "thanks, but no thanks." A launch that felt flat. A project you poured yourself into that got quietly shelved. A client who went quiet after what felt like a brilliant first meeting. However it showed up for you, you probably had a word for it. You probably called it a failure. That word "failure" is doin

Mark Franklin
4 days ago7 min read


Business clarity and bravery: Two questions UK business owners need to ask
Discover whether you need more clarity or bravery in your business. Take this free 4-minute quiz for UK business owners and get your personalised action plan.

Mark Franklin
Mar 33 min read


Do nice folk finish last?
Do nice folk finish last? The research says no, but only if you're running the right race. A warm challenge to rethink success, happiness, and kindness at work.

Mark Franklin
Feb 244 min read


Are you spending your energy on someone else's version of success?
When we're spending energy on someone else's success or adjusting our path to match someone else's expectations, we're investing our finite energy into story that isn't ours.

Mark Franklin
Feb 176 min read


Your energy management matters more than you think
Energy management matters more than time management. Learn three practical tips for managing your business energy levels, preventing burnout and building confidence.

Mark Franklin
Feb 103 min read


Failure is curious word...
Failure is curious word. It's impact can vary depending on whether we are drawn to the facts surrounding what actually happened, or how the 'failure' made us feel.

Mark Franklin
Feb 32 min read


Permission granted...
Permission granted... You absolutely do not need my permission (or any one else's). The real question is what have YOU not being giving yourself permission to do (yet).

Mark Franklin
Jan 272 min read
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