Entrepreneurship

Marcia's latest book, "High Heeled Success", and is a frank account of building a business from a solitary sales person to a multi-million dollar business with 4700 sales consultants around Australia and New Zealand. It recounts successes and failures along the way and was written to inspire entrepreneurs, particularly women, to triumph in business. Marcia’s latest venture is skin care company griffin+row.

Will your 2008 be more rewarding than 2007?

Author: Marcia Griffin on 12 January 2008

For all the resolutions people may have made, really it is the specific goals you can meet that make or break a year.

The mentor as adviser and learner!

Author: Marcia Griffin on 12 December 2007

One of the greatest regrets that I have about my CEO role was that I did not have an ongoing mentor.

Look back to look ahead

Author: Marcia Griffin on 5 December 2007

It may seem contradictory, but at this time of year it is always salient to reflect on the past year to be able to better plan the year ahead.

Sustainability

Author: Marcia Griffin on 28 November 2007

Sustainability is a word that is thrown around a lot these days, but what does it really mean for business, and how do we get there?

The iPhone and the diary dilemma!

Author: Marcia Griffin on 21 November 2007

Sure, innovation and creativity are imperatives for every successful business – but I've found another. The ability to adapt to change.

You ain’t seen nothin’ yet

Author: Marcia Griffin on 14 November 2007

Technology is bringing change faster than ever; to stay in charge, business leaders need to engage the power of imagination, creativity and innovation.

Selling – it never ends

Author: Marcia Griffin on 7 November 2007

Selling is not just a separate part of business – it is THE business. Everything eventually becomes part of the selling process.

An attitude of gratitude

Author: Marcia Griffin on 31 October 2007

Events such as the passing of John Ilhan are chances to reflect on what is important in our own lives, and business approach.

Take the helicopter ride to see the whole picture

Author: Marcia Griffin on 24 October 2007

Taking the time to look at your business from a distance – to take a helicopter ride – can help you ensure your time is well spent rather than just spent.