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December 6, 2024

How to stay productive and balanced over the festive holidays

Working during the Christmas holidays can feel stressful for many, especially for those who run their own businesses. Balancing the 24/7 demands of running a business with family obligations is often a recipe for disrupted work routines and a hefty dose of guilt. Staying productive during the holidays requires careful planning and strategy. Here are […]

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June 7, 2023

How a neurodivergent CEO can run a more efficient business

The conversation about neurodiversity is wide open these days and for me as a business owner I find it interesting how this plays out not just in my family life (I myself have a neurodivergent son), but in the professional world of entrepreneurism too.   Thanks to global giants such as Elon Musk, Bill Gates […]

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April 12, 2023

Planning for Success in Your Business

In the world of business, setting goals has been a game-changer for me. I’m a business owner, a busy mum of 3 children, one with special needs. So I know firsthand the unique challenges we face. That’s why I want to share my journey and some tips on how to set achievable business goals that […]

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December 7, 2022

Three New Ideas to Help your Business in 2023

Last week I had the pleasure of attending the EMC2022 Conference in London. It was a thoroughly inspiring event with some amazing keynote speakers coming together to celebrate entrepreneurship, share their wisdom and promote new ideas and ways of thinking.   Sharing ideas and learnings about our businesses is just one way we can help […]

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November 9, 2022

A Day in the life of my business: Case study...

Do any two days look the same for you in your business? Mine certainly don’t – it’s one of the things I love about what I do. Over the next few weeks, I’m going to be giving you an insight into how my business operates, how I help my clients and the results we achieve. […]

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October 26, 2022

What are your key business processes and do they make...

A business without processes is a bit like a body without a skeleton. Processes provide the framework for smooth business practice and of course growth. Most businesses have key processes that keep things running smoothly, and understanding these processes and how they interact with the customer journey is crucial to ensuring a positive customer experience. […]

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October 12, 2022

Is your business a leaky bucket? 15 signs you’ve reached...

Picture this… you are making good money, sales are higher than predicted, and the clients keep rolling in.  The dream of running your own business, escaping the 9 to 5 and nailing the holy grail of work-life balance you aspired to a few years ago is finally coming to fruition. It’s amazing, but….Strange things are […]

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September 28, 2022

Are you being Reactive or Proactive in your business?

My experience of working alongside business owners has given me a valuable understanding of the various stages a business will go through. These stages tend to be common for most and I get real satisfaction from helping navigate the changes, both mentally and practically for my clients. In my business I refer to them as […]

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September 15, 2022

What REALLY goes into managing a team?

As a business owner you might be familiar with this journey…At first, it’s just you, flying solo doing all the things. Then you hire your 1st team member (most probably a VA) and they take some tasks off your plate – time to celebrate!   And as the business grows more and more things need […]

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August 3, 2022

Time management and setting Boundaries – Tips to survive the...

Working during the summer holidays can be a challenging and somewhat daunting task for many working families, especially those who are self-employed. Juggling the 24/7 demands of running your own business alongside the needs of your family is often a recipe made up of disrupted working patterns and a big dash of guilt. On the […]

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You know that amazing system you built six months You know that amazing system you built six months ago?
The one you spent hours designing, documenting, and getting excited about?
The one that worked for three weeks… before disappearing into the graveyard of “good intentions”? 👀
Here’s the truth:
Most systems don’t fail because they’re bad.
They fail because they’re not built for you.
I used to think system failure was a willpower issue.
If I just tried harder or found the right tool, everything would stick.
But it’s not about willpower — it’s about alignment.
💡 Systems fail when they fight your natural patterns instead of working with them.
Now I plan around my energy, not against it:
✅ Deep work when I’m sharp
✅ Admin when I’m not
And suddenly… consistency became effortless.
Design for your worst day, not your best day.
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Overwhelmed in your business? 😵‍💫 The solu Overwhelmed in your business? 😵‍💫
The solution could be revealed in just 3 minutes.
I created a quick quiz that shows you where your biggest bottleneck really is—so you can move from chaos to clarity.
Want the link?
👉 Comment “quiz” and I’ll send it to you!
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Because you shouldn’t figure it out all alone. ☕
Somewhere along the journey of building a business or chasing a dream, we start to believe that we have to figure it all out ourselves.
That if we just plan better, hustle harder, or stay up later — we’ll finally feel on top of things.
But that’s not how sustainable success works.
The truth is, clarity comes faster, and progress feels lighter, when we do it together.
That’s why I created the Brew&Do Club — a gentle, supportive space to reset, refocus, and move into Monday feeling grounded and prepared.
Every Sunday at 8 PM, we brew something warm, set intentions, and take action — side by side.
Because you shouldn’t figure it out all alone.
💛 Join us here → janedevos.thrivecart.com/brewdoclub
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Every Sunday, I send out fresh insights, stories, and strategies designed to help you think bigger, work smarter, and grow with clarity.
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The loneliest part of business isn’t starting ou The loneliest part of business isn’t starting out—
It’s building something amazing… then feeling trapped carrying it all alone.
Your business should feel like an exhale, not a constant breath held in.
Growth comes from systems that set you free to lead. ✨
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💸 “I can’t afford to hire help.” – Emma 💸 “I can’t afford to hire help.” – Emma
Meanwhile:
→ Generating £25K months
→ Spending 20 hours/week on operations
→ That’s 1,000+ hours annually stuck in admin
The math:
❌ Lost revenue opportunity = £100K/year
✅ Cost of operational support = £20K/year
She was essentially paying £100K to do work someone else could do better and faster.
But the real cost wasn’t just financial.
It was cognitive.
When you’re constantly switching between strategy and admin:
– You never get into deep focus
– You become a mediocre operator and a mediocre strategist
Six months after investing in the right support:
✔ Revenue increased by 60%
✔ She worked fewer hours
✔ She finally used her brain for what it was designed to do
The cost of DIY isn’t what you spend.
It’s what you don’t build because you’re too busy keeping the lights on.
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