THRIVING IN CHAOS, BY VICTORIA PREW Why Efficient, Lean, Bootstrapped Startups Are the New Trend Read time: 2 minutes Happy Monday team 👋 I'm often asked - is VC really worth it or shall I bootstrap my business? Where do you even start when raising funds? Will the market return back to "growth" or is the focus on profitability here to stay? It's not new news that in the past few years the venture capital (VC) landscape experienced significant shifts, leading many entrepreneurs to reconsider...
13 days ago • 3 min read
THRIVING IN CHAOS, BY VICTORIA PREW Kickstart the New Year: The Ultimate Question Framework for Your Business Plan Read time: 3.5 minutes Happy Monday team 👋 Building a successful business isn’t about filling out a templated plan—it’s about asking the right questions. If you're early on in the startup game, take an hour out to think about the below questions. The more clarity and focus you have upfront, the clearer your vision will become. I've put together a question-driven framework...
20 days ago • 3 min read
THRIVING IN CHAOS, BY VICTORIA PREW Reclaim Your Time: Apps That Help You Switch Off Read time: 5 minutes Happy Monday team 👋 Here are three interesting ideas (business, entrepreneurship, and personal growth) to start your week: Business: Get BrickArticles & Resources: To control your timeMy Challenge To You: From 9pm... My best Christmas present this year wasn’t something flashy—it was a BRICK. Well, not a literal one, but a small device that removes distracting apps and notifications from...
27 days ago • 2 min read
THRIVING IN CHAOS, BY VICTORIA PREW The Power of Stepping Away: Why Mini-Sabbaticals Work Read time: 2 minutes Happy Monday team 👋 Here are three interesting ideas (business, entrepreneurship and personal growth) to start your week: Idea: Have you thought about taking a mini-break? Takeaways: Reducing stress and burnout Book: The art of slow productivity 💡 The Idea: Last month, I took a short sabbatical—a month off social media and a step back from the daily grind. At first, I wasn’t sure how...
about 1 month ago • 1 min read
Fuel Your Ideas: Why Every Entrepreneur Needs a ‘Brainwave Book’ Read time: 3.5 minutes Happy Monday team 👋 Here are three interesting ideas (business, entrepreneurship and personal growth) to start your week: Idea: Turning annoyances into ideas Questions: How to get better at "blue-sky thinking" Quote: The power of creativity 💡 The Idea: Let’s talk about a secret weapon every entrepreneur should have: a Brainwave Book. Sounds interesting, right? Here’s why it’s a game-changer for turning...
2 months ago • 1 min read
Seven Essential Questions to Ask at the Start of Every Week Read time: 2 minutes Happy Monday team 👋 Here are two interesting ideas (entrepreneurship and personal growth) to start your week: Advice: The 15 minute check-list Framework: CEO Meeting Schedule 🤝 The Advice: My 15-Minute Checklist Every Sunday night (or first thing Monday morning) I spend 15 minutes preparing for the week ahead. I ask myself these 7 questions: Are there any meetings that are 45mins that can be 30mins? Or 30mins...
3 months ago • 1 min read
Start Strong: How a Morning Routine Can Transform Your Day Read time: 4 minutes Happy Monday team 👋 Let’s cut to the chase: if you’re an entrepreneur, your morning routine isn’t just a nice-to-have—it’s a game-changer. It’s not just about setting the right tone—it’s about taking control of your day from the start. Even a 5-minute morning routine can clear your mind, boost your energy, and set you up for a day of focus and productivity. One of my favourite phrases is "self-care isn't selfish"...
3 months ago • 2 min read
Brand Building Done Right: The Most Inspiring Examples of 2024 Read time: 3.5 minutes Happy Monday team 👋 Here are three interesting ideas (business, entrepreneurship and personal growth) to start your week: Advice: Building deep customer connections Best-In-Class Examples: Brands getting it right Website Links: Key trends and analysis 📖 The Advice: Why Brand Building Matters in 2024 In 2024, brand building hasn't just been important—it’s been pretty much everything. Consumers have endless...
3 months ago • 2 min read
Turn Rivals into Allies: Why Competition Shouldn’t Scare You Read time: 2.5 minutes Happy Monday team 👋 Here are three interesting ideas (business, entrepreneurship and personal growth) to start your week: Advice: Competition is good Examples: The best businesses in history Quote: Get your head down and focus 🤝 The Advice: I get asked a lot about dealing with competition... It’s easy to take it personally and let it distract you—especially as a founder when your startup feels like an...
3 months ago • 2 min read