“ Mix with like minded people ; those that enjoy what they do and want to do it . Try not to spend too much time doubting yourself and go for it ! I ’ ve found the following very good and supportive : Kent Invicta Chamber of Commerce , Bo Concept Canterbury ’ s regular networking events , Women in Business . I ’ ve met many fabulous new business contacts at these events .” |
Anita Lewis , Relocate to East Kent |
“ Regular catch-ups with other local business leaders is really helpful . Having been supported by Annette Buss at Kennedy ’ s when I first took the leap to help set up Bucksford Law helped me to believe that I could leave the security of my position at a local solicitors and start up with a new company and that it would be a success .” |
Kacy Ford , solicitor at Bucksford Law Ltd |
“ Remain focused on your own journey , ignore the white noise and try not to compare yourself to others . Work with like-minded people who share similar values , work with integrity and always remain clear and concise with your communication . Don ’ t doubt your ability , trust your instinct and believe in yourself - anything is achievable if you stay true to yourself .” |
Laura Bounds , MBE , owner of Kent Crisps , Kentish Oils & Condiments , A Little Bit and Cure & Cure |
“ Regularly get your goals aligned , focus on mastering a routine and doing daily affirmations . A woman in business I look up to is Sarah , the owner of Celebrity Circuits based in Ashford , Kent . She inspires me to keep up to date with my social media , and every day she creates positive posts inspiring women to keep fit and healthy without restrictions .”
Chloe Page , Mrs Page Aesthetics
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“ Switch from ‘ what ifs ’ to ‘ dare to try ’. Such a small attitude switch is transformative and the fundamental enabler to take the first step . I really wish I had done it sooner !”
Sarah Jackson , co-owner of Seabreeze Cottage and Foreland Cottage
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“ The business woman in Kent I greatly admire is Judy Wilson from Ottinge Court Farm . When milk prices hit rock bottom , Judy helped the farm become financially viable by producing an extremely popular Swiss recipe cheese , Mutschli , and starting a highly successful farm shop . She is extremely driven and hard working yet gentle and kind to all in the community .”
Jane Bindloss Gibb , director , Blaxland Breaks
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“ Trust in your own abilities and do not be afraid to ask for help . Nurse Katie Collick at WHH Ashford ’ s ability to balance workload while still providing outstanding care to patients goes above and beyond a job title . Despite the complexities of running a business , the customer ( or patient ) should always be at the forefront of your mind .”
Jemma Thompson , Pick Your Own Pumpkins
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“ Do what you do best and outsource the rest ; don ’ t waste your valuable time on something that you have to work too hard to get right . Do what you can to grasp a basic understanding , and as soon as you can afford to do it , pass it on to someone who is brilliant at it as they will achieve double the results in half the time . It is rarely cheaper to just do it yourself .”
AJ Sharp , founder and managing director at Sharp Relations
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