Athletes thrive on being right in the centre of the competitive space. They are super focused on the NOW, which is brilliant, and let’s face it, we could all take a leaf out of their training manual! However, an athlete’s career can be short, spanning over just a few years
In a world that often seems designed for extroverts, introverts are carving out their own unique spaces and embracing the power of personal branding. Contrary to the misconception that personal branding is solely for the outgoing, introverts possess a wealth of strengths that can be harnessed to create a compelling
Do you ever like to ponder on a plane? Recently, I was flying back to Dubai and – in the words of Carrie Bradshaw – “So I got to thinking…” about my cabin crew days. Yes, before I was an entrepreneur, I flew all over the world with Emirates and
Two of my favourite words in business have to be: innovation and opportunity. Well, if there’s one place right now that has this in abundance, it’s Riyadh. Rather surprising, considering this city is in the heart of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, a country that didn’t allow women to drive
“She believed she could so she did.” Yes, I did. My nickname is the Goal Queen. And I love it! Because who doesn’t love a goal, especially a goal that turns a dream into a reality? Let me tell you a little story… Back in 2016, my best friend and
We all know that first impressions matter. In this digital age, your personal brand and your business go hand in hand. The unique selling point is YOU. Think about the amount of time and energy you’ve devoted to your work. Your website looks chic. Your services are second-to-none. But have
You’ve made the first big step – your business is up and running. Congratulations, but… What’s next? It can be daunting to know exactly what route to take next. What if there are avenues you need to explore? What if you steer off track? Who’s going to hold you accountable?
How’s this for food for thought: Your network is your net worth. Think about it – what kind of people do you spend time with? Do they inspire you to do great things? Can you bounce ideas or solve problems together? Many of the world’s most influential entrepreneurs believe that
One of the things I love about being an entrepreneur is learning. Now, that’s something I never thought the 15-year old Kelly would ever say! But it’s true. Personal and professional growth are both incredibly important to me, and taking the time to educate myself in relevant fields is definitely
“Surround yourself with women who would mention your name in a room full of opportunities.” This wonderful quote has been shared across social media so many times by women I love and support, which makes my heart happy. I must be surrounding myself around the right kinda women! And what
In the words of fitness legend, Fred DeVito: “If it doesn’t challenge you, it won’t change you.” The word challenge is what springs to mind when – after one-too-many glasses of Rosé – I agreed to run a half marathon with my girlfriends. I applaud those who run. But running
If you are anything like me, I’m sure you’ve already gone through a lot of growth. Whether personally or professionally there will be parts of you now, that you wouldn’t have recognised 5, 10, 15 years ago. But no matter what version you see staring back at you in the
If imitation is the best form of flattery, then the ladies featured in this article must have a permanent blush. Each of them have inspired, been catalysts of change and led the way for the likes of us to crush our personal brands too. It makes me super proud that
What does Mini Mouse, Victoria Bekham and Leonardo DiCaprio all have in common? You know who they are! If you saw a red bow with white spots, a pair of oversized specs and tailoring to perfection, or a side-parted quiff with a tall blonde model (he has a type)… It’s
Here’s one fact that will apply to anyone reading this article with a business, a message or even just an idea: ‘Without you, none of it would exist’. It’s that simple – you are a big part of your business and hiding behind it could be costing you. The good
First of all, let’s get one thing straight, as long as you have a digital footprint – Facebook, LinkedIn, Instagram, Twitter – then your personal brand already exists. Now, if cute cat pics and random Oprah quotes aren’t quite what you imagined when you envisioned your personal brand for business
I was recently asked by Arabian Business, “does having a personal brand make you more successful?” My immediate answer was yes, of course it will help you. But it does depend on what your definition of success is – and that is a much deeper question and one for another
Transitioning from full-time Celebrity Styling to a Business & Brand Mentor, three years ago, has been my favourite journey so far and I’m humbled to have had you with me along the way. I loved styling, but like the necessary moment you transition from a court shoe to a real
Back in 2007, I put pen to paper and wrote down three things a day, for ten days, to either make an income or save me money. Little did I know, I’d stumble across this little treasure to make me a bit of treasure – 13 years later when I
…Were the words whizzing around in my head last weekend (Oops! sorry if I duped you there, but hang around, there’s something for you in this blog too). For now, check out my sparkly new accessory – Entrepreneur of the Year Award from Blue Ocean’s Women Leadership Awards. Now, although I don’t need an
