11 Mar 7 books that changed my life | personal development reads 2020
Why do we read? Some of us read to fill our commutes, others, to educate ourselves and some of us read to pull ourselves out of reality to get whisked away into an imaginary land full of pixies and elves. Nevertheless, we all have a relationship...
04 Mar [VLOG] Filming Retreat in Edinburgh | how to batch film
Well that was a productive week! Alice managed to film over 20 videos for her membership site (whaaaat the actual) and I managed…ahem 3. Well, I was only there to support…and take advantage of the many meals Alice bribed me with to help her set...
01 Feb First Sh!t Version Book Launch Celebration
Last week saw family, friends and DARETOGROWers from across the country unite for one very special moment in history that can never be repeated: the launch of Lisa Bean's debut book First Sh!t Version. Held at The Northern Stage in Lisa's hometown of Newcastle, the venue...
04 Jan North East Writer says “Put Out Your First Rubbish Version”
“Put out your first rubbish version”, says north east author Lisa Bean in her life changing new book, First Sh!t Version (Rethink Press), £12.99. The book is a wonderful guide to uncovering your purpose, changing your life and making a living doing what you love. Told...
11 Dec [BLOG] What I’ve learned working in a start-up and the transition working at DARETOGROW
You guessed it; I passed my probation! But of course, it was never going to be that uniform, we’re very chill here at DARETOGROW. Nevertheless, I passed my probation and I’ve officially been in the team for 6 months now. Time really does fly when...
06 Dec [BLOG] What to do when business isn’t going well
5 emergency actions you can take today for a smoother tomorrow. I’m writing this blog for you – for the entrepreneur with a good heart and a great idea. For the entrepreneur who works their butt off, but is struggling to make ends meet. For the...
02 Dec DARETOGROW founder Lisa Bean to talk at NIBE event. Have you got your tickets?
DARETOGROW founder and Newcastle based business owner, Lisa Bean, is to speak at this month’s North East Initiative on Business Ethics (NIBE) event in collaboration with Inspire Good. Hosted at Newcastle’s Sage Headquarters, businesses from across the region are coming together for a truly special and...
02 Dec How to journal
The art of journalling Journalling is a beautiful self-care practice that can be used to process your thoughts, feel ‘heard’ and have a little chat with yourself to get back on track. I have been journaling on and off since I was 11. I think it might...
29 Nov [BLOG] The importance of work life balance
We all know about balance, the idea of keeping the weight of (typically) two objects to create an even levelling. Well, the Oxford dictionary's definition is a bit clearer. “An even distribution of weight enabling someone or something to remain upright and steady.” Did you pick up...
07 Oct The story, the margin and the follow through
12 minute read. Three things you must master to have an impact in this world In my business, I help good people make a living doing what they love. Whilst I teach a lot about strategy, marketing and money, there are three key messages I...