by Phil Olley | Jul 19, 2019 | Points Of Focus
I like simplicity. I like things to be straightforward. I like stuff that really works. And we all know that in business it’s often the simple things that do work best. And over the years, I have been fascinated by the fact that those who succeed in business have an...
by Phil Olley | Jul 9, 2019 | Points Of Focus
I have never liked the phrase KISS (“Keep it Simple Stupid… after all, I don’t think any of us should be thinking of ourselves as stupid!) I much prefer: Keep it Significantly Simple. Remember, Simple, not easy. In business terms, this means devoting time, energy,...
by Phil Olley | Jul 2, 2019 | Points Of Focus
A research study a number of years ago revealed that people are more honest when they think they are being watched! Note: when they think they’re being watched. What was amazing was what this “thinking we’re being watched” meant. The study involved an experiment where...
by Phil Olley | Jun 27, 2019 | Points Of Focus
Women’s Football World Cup fever has taken hold in many households around the nation, so on a football theme, it’s time to tackle yourself and your business. HOW to tackle yourself and your business: Begin with: Honesty, Open mindedness Willingness to improve. And...
by Phil Olley | Jun 18, 2019 | Points Of Focus
Today is the anniversary of the Battle of Waterloo, at which Napoleon’s dream was finally ended. When appointing his senior Generals, it is reputed that Napoleon always asked “Est-il hereux?” The translation is, “Is he Lucky”. This, for him, was the difference between...
