Business Tip: It’s important to persevere. Forget about any past mistakes and failures, and just focus on how you can be successful in the here and now.

Business Tip: Don’t try to start a business in a field in which you have no experience. First, gain some experience so that you are better prepared.

Business Tip: Research and develop conflict resolution skills. If any issues with employees emerge, be sure that they are addressed.

Business Tip: To be successful in business, you need to be organised. Create a to-do list each day. As you complete each item, tick it off your list.

Business Tip: Leverage your expertise. Do people know how much you know? If not, start telling them.

Business Tip: Turn down or give away work that you don’t love. Focus on what you want to be known for.

Business Tip: Talk to people within your intended market demographic and get an idea of how they would react to your product or service.

Business Tip: Be a great leader by empowering your people, and making them leaders of themselves. Earn their respect by being the one who serves most.

Business Tip: Sometimes when things get challenging on your path as an entrepreneur, you have to commit yourself to moving forward, regardless of fear.

Business Tip: Look like a professional with business cards, a business phone and an email address. Treat people in a professional, courteous manner.