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Finding Strength & Support During Cancer Treatment: m3's Q2 2023 charity partner - Sutton Cancer Support Centre Many struggle to find emotional support as an adult affected by cancer. Some experience being told to just stay positive or think happy thoughts with no relief in sight.  It's time to acknowledge the pain and frustration of ineffective actions and explore real solutions. Join us as we de...

Unlocking ADHD-Friendly Processes for Business Growth "Whenever you see an ADHD entrepreneur that you're either supporting or that you are spinning in this way, I want you to have them focus in on what would benefit them most." - Katie McManus, Brave Business Coaching Are you tired of being told to simply focus harder or work harder to improve your productivity as an ADHD entrepreneur? Does it fee...

Airports, hotels, cafés... they offer public charging points. But should you use them? They’ve been in the news after the FBI recently tweeted advice to stop using them . Crooks have figured out how to hijack USB ports to install malware and monitoring software onto devices as they charge. Listen to this latest Tech Update to find out more about this latest threat to your online security!   If you...

The Hidden Dangers of Relying on MFA for Cybersecurity Are you a busy business owner feeling frustrated by the lack of results from relying solely on Multi-Factor Authentication for your online security? Do you feel like you're constantly playing catch-up with the latest cybersecurity threats? Join us in this episode as we tackle the importance of a multi-layered approach to online security, explo...

Outgrowing your team: knowing when it's the right time to fire! "Ask yourself, does having them in my business create more work for me than not having them in my business?" - Katie McManus, Brave Business Coaching  Do you want to fire employees with empathy and integrity? As a small business owner, achieving humane and compassionate terminations may seem like an impossible feat. But fear not,...

Have you noticed an increase in fake profiles on  LinkedIn  lately? It’s no surprise that the more popular a platform becomes, the more likely it is to attract the attention of cybercriminals. These fake accounts can be tricky to spot, and they’re used for all sorts of scams and tricks, from spamming people to downloading malware and stealing personal data.  Listen to this latest Tech Update to fi...

Sheryl Newman Reveals How to Master Power BI for Your Business Do you want to see your Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs) skyrocket in profitability? Sheryl Newman is here to show you how your business can benefit from tailored technology solutions and maximize its potential.  In this episode of Techcess , I talk to Sheryl about the incredible software, and how it can massively streamline your bu...

Avoid Business Chaos: Create a Smooth Client Onboarding Process "Personal development is really hard for so many people, so these clients who are going through a really tough phase of working with you when it comes to paying you for the next month. That is an opportunity for them to decide, you know what? I don't wanna do this anymore. Which is sh*%ty for  you because it means that you've lost a c...

As technology enthusiasts, we’re always looking ahead to the next big thing... With Windows 11 still feeling like a shiny new toy, it’s surprising to hear reliable speculation about Windows 12 potentially arriving as soon as next year. It’s already on our minds, and we can’t help but wonder what it will look like, what improvements we’ll see, and what new features will be included. While we can’t...

Overcoming isolation for remote workers with technology Remote work has become a staple for many businesses, but it also presents unique challenges for employees and employers alike. One of the most significant issues faced by remote workers is the feeling of isolation and disconnection from their colleagues, which can lead to decreased motivation, productivity, and job satisfaction. In this episo...

Why one-size-fits-all doesn't always work: customizing your business approach "I had no idea that my encounter with the famous Barry Bonds would be a life-changing lesson in the power of customizing business strategies to suit individual goals - but it was! What I learnt that day has revolutionized the way I advise aspiring entrepreneurs, but I never expected the unexpected twist that would come.....

As technology continues to evolve, so do the tactics of cyber criminals. With the rise of  artificial intelligence  (AI) tools, criminals are finding new ways to exploit this technology for their malicious purposes. AI chatbots, in particular, have gained popularity among cyber criminals due to their ability to generate text that is indistinguishable from human-written text. Listen to this latest...

If you're feeling frustrated and overwhelmed by the lack of progress despite your organisation's persistent efforts to embrace sustainable transformations, then you're not alone! "How do you eat the elephant? One bite at a time. You need to take steps in the right direction consistently over time." - Ian Williams, Making Conversations Count - April 2023  In an area with expensive internet? Here's...

How do you purchase your new IT hardware? In this episode of Techcess, I'll be talking you through the various pros and cons of purchasing your IT assets from your IT support company, versus sourcing the equipment yourself! In today's world, technology is the backbone of most businesses and without it, let's just say things wouldn't go very smoothly. If you listen to the episode I go in depth on a...

Have you identified your ADHD entrepreneur values?  "You hire a bunch of people, you create an offer, you market it, you do all this stuff, and then you realize... holy shit, this is not what I want at all. This doesn't reflect me as a human.." - Katie McManus, Brave Business Coaching When you're travelling at a million miles per hour in your business, it can be really easy to lose track of w...

Let’s talk about your business data... It’s valuable and keeping it safe should be a top priority. If you don’t have much security in place, then it’s time to start implementing some basic measures right now. There are a variety of security solutions available that can help protect your business data. From preventing criminals from gaining access to recognizing attacks in progress, and minimizing...

We should start by admitting that this episode won't help you hire a hitman. Sorry.  In this episode of Techcess , Mark Riddell talks us through his experience attending the UK Cyber Week event, and his summary of the keynote talks. Among other things, we'll learn why you need to be careful if you're a high profile target that happens to attract the attention of a hot blonde on a dating app, and w...

What's your strategy for boosting your mojo when you're being a 'weenie'? "Learning a new thing is a great way to infuse more excitement and motivation into your business." - Katie McManus, Brave Business Coaching Get your business mojo back! In this episode, we explore what to do when you've lost your mojo in your business. From starting a business to paying the bills, it can be hard to stay insp...

Say goodbye to hackers with Microsoft's game-changing new feature! Microsoft is planning to enable Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA) directly in its Outlook app for many 365 business users. Listen to this latest Tech Update to find out more!   If you want to check out our full episodes, covering everything from how to protect your business from a phishing attack, through to how you can effectively...

How can you protect your business against ransomware attacks?  In this episode of Techcess , Mark Riddell explains what aspects of your business the ransomware boogeyman can attack, and how you can ensure you're ready to defend! He explains how there are five clear steps to keeping the ransomware hackers at bay, and ensuring your business doesn't become just another victim! Busting the ransomware...

Are you using ADHD entrepreneur networking events tactics? Pssst!! This week only! Want to join me in New York City for an epic networking for entrepreneurs on April 27th at 4pm EST?  Click this link - weeniecast.com/nyc See you there! Now back to the episode... "You can spark curiosity. By sharing random things about yourself. You can also spark empathy. When you share about your life, when you s...

Productivity tools should be... productive! Are you tired of hearing about all the amazing productivity tools out there, only to find that they end up making your life more complicated? You’re not alone. It turns out that bringing in new tech can actually backfire if it’s not properly integrated into your business. Maybe you’ve experienced this before. You get a shiny new tool, you’re excited to t...

Want an easy way to take the guess work out of your business operations? Introducing... Power BI!  In this episode of Techcess , Mark Riddell explains just what is Power BI and how can it help your business to grow. This is one of those episodes of Techcess that we love to publish. Episodes that we know can be something of a 'game changer' for smaller and medium sized businesses who aren't quite s...

Related must-listen episodes ADHD entrepreneurs finding balance between darkness and light. Celebration or shame? Researching ADHD jobs to avoid? Forget that! Start your own business! 37 Weenie! Cuz 75 Hard Challenge rules and ADHD don't mix! (If you want to kick the booze and get healthier in mind and body!) Also useful to check out:  The Weenie Entrepreneur community Let's count through the five...

Let’s talk about bots Not the friendly and helpful ones, such as ChatGPT, that we all love to interact with. We’re talking about the malicious ones – the bot malware that’s causing quite a stir in the cybersecurity world. Listen to this latest Tech Update to find out more!   If you want to check out our full episodes, covering everything from how to protect your business from a phishing attack, th...