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In the Sydney Writers' Centre podcast series, I interview authors so you can find out why they write and what keeps their creative juices flowing. Our podcast is available on our website or via iTunes.
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- How to build your personal brand through networking
- Let’s Talk Business: How your customer data can drive new business
- 3 business books that changed my life: Bernadette Jiwa, winner of the Business category in the Best Australian Blogs competition 2012
- I’m speaking at the Problogger Event – see you there!
- My life in a minute: 11 May 2012
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My discussion with Suzi Dafnis at the Dell Rio event, 2011
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My life in a minute: 11 May 2012
11 May 2012
My life in a minute – high tea and Rexy, editing and Etsy, Patti and Simon… and the Australian Blogs Competition. (Yes it does sound like it should be put to music doesn’t it?) [...]
Save yourself from embarrassment: 4 tips for public speaking
8 May 2012
I applaud the fact that you’ve decided to step out of your comfort zone and try your hand at public speaking. So here are four important tips that will ensure you’re ready for your big moment and make the right kind of impression. [...]
My life in a minute: 27 April 2012
27 April 2012
I have finished writing my book at last! So to celebrate I ate cupcakes, found a great card with a pithy life message, laughed at a hilarious YouTube video, read a host of amazing blogs all the while getting ready to interview the awesome Michelle Bridges. Thank goodness my cat Rex is there to help me with all this. [...]
“The Lean Startup” by Eric Reis
17 April 2012
I sat down with Suzi Dafnis, Community Director of the Australian Businesswomen’s Network, while at SXSW Interactive recently and we talked about all the amazing insights I had gained at a seminar by Eric Reis, author of the inspiring book, “The Lean Startup”. [...]
Get out of your comfort zone and in front of a crowd
10 April 2012
Do you want to get your name out to the widest possible audience? Then consider speaking at events or conferences. But don’t just stand up there and hope for the best. Make sure you present your message in the best possible light. [...]
Where I’m speaking: Dynamic Business seminar on social media and online business, 18 April 2012
5 April 2012
I’m speaking at the Dynamic Business seminar on social media and online business, 18 April 2012. It’s going to be a great event and a great insight into ways to grow your business. [...]
Battle of the ultrabooks: Dell XPS 13 vs MacBook Air
4 April 2012
In my search for the ultimate ultrabook, I tested the MacBook Air and the Dell XPS 13. Both had their advantages and disadvantages but which one worked best for me? [...]
How to… get your writing right
28 March 2012
It isn’t enough to simply write and distribute your report. You must make sure your audience – whether they’re investors, shareholders or customers – understand what you’re saying in it. [...]
Trade shows: five things not to do at SXSW
27 March 2012
You have invented the best thing since sliced bread and you want to tell the world at a trade show. But no one will get that if you don’t present it in the best possible light. [...]
My life in a minute – from New York
21 March 2012
I love New York. So much to experience but so little time. Trust me though, I have made the most of it! [...]

