IN THE SPOTLIGHT WITH LAURA BOUTTELL

HER BUSINESS | IN THE SPOTLIGHT

Laura Bouttell is a dynamic force in leadership development and a passionate advocate for personal empowerment. Managing Director of Quarterdeck, Laura is dedicated to inspiring individuals and cultivating exceptional leaders and cultures for her clients...

GALENTINE'S DAY & SELF-LOVE DAY: BECAUSE LOVING YOURSELF ISN'T JUST FOR ROM-COM MONTAGES 

HER BUSINESS | THE STARTUP SESSIONS

Ah, February: The month that's become synonymous with heart-shaped everything and a sudden influx of red and pink decor that looks like Cupid got a bit too carried away. But here's the thing — love isn't just for romantic candlelit dinners and overhyped greeting cards. It's for YOU, too...

THE ART OF STORYTELLING: THE KEY TO CAPTIVATING PODCAST APPEARANCES 

HER BUSINESS | BEYOND THE MIC

In the realm of podcasting, storytelling isn’t just a tool; it’s the heartbeat of meaningful conversations. As a guest, your ability to tell a compelling story can transform a good interview into a powerful, memorable experience. 

Why is storytelling so essential?..

SIMPLIFYING TO THRIVE: LESSONS FROM LOSS

HER LIFESTYLE  | SIMPLIFY & THRIVE

In the wake of my father-in-law’s recent passing, I’ve found myself in deep contemplation and receiving a profound reminder: the true essence of life lies not in the accumulation of physical possessions but in the richness of our relationships...

A COUPLE'S GUIDE FOR BUILDING HEALTHIER RELATIONSHIPS WITH MONEY

HER MONEY | MONEY MATTERS

In your journey together through life, few things test a relationship like money. It can be a source of stress or a vehicle for achieving your wildest dreams and desires... 

WHY REST IS IMPORTANT FOR YOUR CREATIVITY

HER LIFESTYLE | THE CREATRIX JOURNEY

The art of doing nothing is often seriously underrated. I have definitely been that person who thought wearing the 'busy' badge would help me succeed in business and life, but in fact, the opposite was true...

RAISING DAUGHTERS WHILE HEALING YOUR OWN CHILDHOOD TRAUMA

HER BUSINESS | THE EMPOWERED MAMA

One morning, my daughter jumped into my bed and said, "Mum, I need to share something with you!" I listened with closed eyes and thought, "Oh no, five more minutes of sleep, please...". She goes, "You are the best mum in the world!". My heart swelled, and I woke up immediately, turned around, looked at her sweet, innocent face, and said...

THE FINE LINE BETWEEN TRUSTING THE PROCESS VS. CONTROLLING THE MANIFESTING PROCESS

HER SPIRITUALITY | ZEN DEN

Navigating the fine line between trusting and controlling the process can feel like walking a tightrope in a circus—one wrong move, and you could end up in a tangled mess. In pursuing our goals and dreams, we often find ourselves fighting the age-old dilemma of whether to let things unfold naturally or take the reins and steer things in the desired direction...

HOW A RAGING RIVER IMPROVED THE WAY I MAKE DECISIONS

HER BUSINESS | BUILD YOUR BRILLIANT BUSINESS

As I write this, I'm in my apartment in the beautiful city of Wrocław, Poland. The photo you see of the Oder River - one of the two rivers that pass through the city and give it its fantastic character - was taken from my balcony this morning....

WHAT THE HAGUE: CYCLING THE BEACH PATH

HER TRAVELS | A VENTURING NOMAD

Whilst the Dutch are known for their love of cycling, seamlessly integrated into everyday living, I can't help thinking this is largely due to the topography. The country is, of course, not entirely without undulations, however one area where there can be no faltering on this is along the beach, where from easter to October every year, the coastline of amazing, outstretched beaches is blessed with a seasonal infrastructure of pop up cafes...

THE FIRST SIP IS THE GREATEST

HER LIFESTYLE | NOTHING MUCH HAPPENS HERE

Living a life of intention with ease and flow is for everyone, every time and everywhere, is the mantra I advocate. Ease and flow in this regard is living a life with everything you need, nothing you don't need and bundling it up with everything you love. There are so many glimpses of the seemingly ordinary that can be used to provide mental health and wellbeingand just all-round loveliness in your day...

UPWARD SPIRALS

HER LIFESTYLE | RESET YOUR MINDSET

I think it’s accurate to say we’re all familiar with downward spirals.

Our brain has a thought, and we’re off to the races, adding fuel to things like anxiety before we even realize what the heck just happened...

THE POWER OF USER-GENERATED CONTENT

HER BUSINESS | WRITE HERE, WRITE NOW! 

User-generated content (UGC) is content created by your customers or clients. It can come in various forms—reviews and testimonials, photos or videos shared on social media, or even just a simple mention of your brand or product in a post or a blog.

And if you want to know why you need to be paying close attention to it, and more to the point, why you should encourage it and leverage it at every available opportunity, read on...

THE ART OF BALANCE: INTEGRATING ATHENA'S DUALITIES INTO YOUR PERSONAL BRANDING

HER BUSINESS | THE ATHENA COMPLEX

I will never tire of the idea of pairs, even numbers and opposites. It's a cornerstone of how I see myself as a creative. I've shot whole photography collections inspired by this; it's a key stage in all of my workflows with clients, and I train all of my students to question how to flip things into the opposite to improve their ideation and prototyping muscles...

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