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Confession: I used to have the worst stage fright ever. 😬 To the point where I couldn't even go up to a till and buy something when I was young... But the past seven years? It's been a full 360. 🌟 Now, I love talking to people (mainly about certain topics, but still). I'm not afraid to go up and introduce myself anymore. The turning point? Back when I owned a clothing brand and entered the Stu Clark New Venture Championships. I had to stand in front of three judges and a room full of students to pitch the business and pitch the logo. 🤝 That experience changed everything. Here's what I learned: 🌟 Confidence is built through facing your fears: Each time you step out of your comfort zone, you grow a little stronger. 🌟 Preparation is key: Knowing your stuff inside and out makes you more confident and less anxious. 🌟 Passion overcomes fear: When you truly believe in what you're talking about, it shows and helps to ease the nerves. Ever had a moment that flipped your fears upside down? I'd love to hear your story! 💬

At our FY25 Kick Off in Cardiff a couple of weeks ago, Ziggy announced some key changes as part of our growth plans, focused specifically on enabling the company to start scaling efficiently. The changes stretched across the entire business, from structure to policies to processes, and perks. It’s no secret that change can be scary. From the business announcing, implementing, and managing it to the other side of employees receiving the news of change and understanding how it impacts them. It’s important, therefore, to take a marketing style approach delivering the information: understanding your audience, getting your positioning right, focusing on the value proposition, and understanding what success looks. All of which were achieved by the leaders at Ziggy and I think we’re all excited for what’s to come this year and the opportunities that will arise from these changes.

Starting a business can feel like walking a tightrope, where every step—every decision—seems to have the weight of the world on it. Each new opportunity could either be a tremendous success or a potential pitfall. But as time passes and our businesses grow, we gain insight into our true capabilities and what our ventures can handle. We learn, adapt, and grow stronger. I'm curious to know: What was one challenge that initially seemed like a hill you could not climb, but now feels like just another part of the day? Share your experiences below and let's celebrate how far we've come together!

A quick summary of this 2023 in Capitole! 😊 🎉

Sit back, and soak up the roots of sproos! 🎥🍿 Co-founder and CEO Benjamin Fix shares some of the pivotal moments of his personal life and career that helped bring sproos! to life 🚀 (With a stunning directorial debut from Gina Fuchs 🎞) #founderjourney #founderstories #startupjourney #startupsuccess

A big hats-off 🎩 to the team at Roses in the Ocean! We recently 'retro-ed' a co-design project we've delivered together over the years, which can be difficult to do when there are bigger and brighter new projects always on the horizon. But, retrospectives aren't just a look-back; they're about celebrating the victories and uncovering opportunities for growth and learning. Our next step? Integrating this knowledge into our expanding portfolio of projects and applying retros as a pivotal step in future projects.

Happy New (School) Year! 🥂 One of my favorite times of year - summer is over and we get to see our school friends again and reconnect while meeting new students and their families! I love waving to those arriving on campus each morning! 👋 For those of us in the summer programs world - we get to reflect on this past season and start planning for all the campy awesome-ness for next summer! What a wonderful cycle! ♻ How do you spend these Fall months closing out the summer and looking ahead? 🍁 🍂 What do you already miss from summer? (for me going to work in daylight! already dark when I drive in at 6:30 AM) 😎 🌅 What do you love about Fall? 🎆 What cool new things are you doing in your school year programming? 🔎 What exciting new things are you already thinking about doing for next summer? 🍉 🌊 If you are in an industry without this built in annual cycle - how do you refresh and reinvent? 🛠 #summerprograms #independentschool #auxiliaryprograms #auxiliarydirector #leadership #coaching

Summertime buzz is in the air and it's prime time for launching your latest innovation. Imagine a product reveal that becomes the talk of the season. Interactive workshops, sun-kissed gala evenings, or enthralling outdoor roadshows— that's how The Chameleon Agency amps up your launch. Picture your team, energised by the long days, building connections that go beyond the boardroom. We're here, fusing creativity with strategy to transform your event into a memorable journey. Our bespoke experiences don't just showcase products; they cultivate lasting engagement. Because when the summer sun sets, we want your brand's warmth to linger in the hearts and minds of all who attended. #Collaboration #ProductInnovation #ProductLaunch

🙋♀️ Let’s talk about our third value - Drive result over process. Anastasia Belousova has a perfect example of this value in action. 💪⚡ “Growe is always about unlocking opportunities and aiming for ambitious goals. We always knew we wanted to become a leader in I-gaming and Entertainment in our regions, and when we became successful in Asia, we wanted to grow more. Back in the day, our company had a standard functional structure, good enough to boost in one region but needed to be better to conquer other territories. Quickly enough, we realized that we needed to create focus. Focus on those regions we want to grow and continue boosting our prominent ones. So, we knew it was time to change. 😎 We also knew it would demand time, flexibility, and a lot of effort. Therefore, we were very well aware it would be a challenging process and that we would need to be very patient on the way. But we were very committed to the result it would bring. The idea of a divisional structure that would unlock the opportunity for growth motivated us each step of the way. As we reflect on what we’ve accomplished, we feel delighted and grateful for our team, who managed to live through this change process together. The result we embrace gives us all a great certainty of an even brighter future for Growe, and we are definitely ready to face it.

🎉 Event Planner Extraordinaire 🎉 Have you ever had a problem you didn't even know existed, and then someone swooped in and solved it in a way that left you utterly amazed? Well, that's the magic of an event planner! ✨ Event planners are the unsung heroes of any successful gathering. They have a knack for turning dreams into reality, orchestrating seamless events that leave everyone wondering, "How did they do that?" From business events to corporate conferences, they work tirelessly behind the scenes to create unforgettable experiences. Their ability to anticipate needs, think on their feet, and bring creativity to life is nothing short of incredible. Whether it's finding the perfect venue, coordinating a flawless timeline, or handling unexpected hiccups with grace, event planners are true problem solvers. 👏💫 #EventPlanner #ProblemSolver #EventMagic #EventPlanningPros