In this blog post, we learn a little bit more about Steve Dickinson, a long-standing and valued member of the Thurrock Network Group. Steve brings a wealth of knowledge and experience both to our online meetings and to the Facebook group, and he never fails to captivate us with his interesting stories.
Here’s a little insight into Steve:
Tell us about your business and the services you provide
I guide my clients away from stress and anxiousness (that costs them wasted time and money) towards a charismatic confidence that increases happiness, resilience, and personal productivity.
With a simple to understand principle-based psychology along with proven business templates, a person can achieve more with less effort and create the kind of success that is perfect for who they are and how they want to live.
What inspired you to start your own business?
After experiencing the transformational benefits of principal-based psychology during some personal development training, I realised how unhappy I was in the corporate world. As a senior training consultant, I thought my life would be more enjoyable if, rather than endless boardrooms and data centres, I helped other people reach their innate potential.
Looking back on your business journey, what achievement has made you the proudest?
Helping someone who had crippling anxiety about public speaking. In fact, she once drove past a venue because she was too frightened of going in and doing a one-minute presentation. After 6 weeks of working with me, she became a keynote speaker at one of those same events.
What advice would you give to someone just starting their own business?
Make sure that your business aligns with your personal values so that it is something that you will find fulfilling and fun. Learn thinking frameworks and mental models that make business prototyping, decision-making, and communication enjoyable. Concentrate on building relationships within your community such that you become seen as a key person of influence as you help the people around you.
Outside of work, what activities or hobbies do you enjoy for relaxation or to unwind?
I enjoy writing music and playing the guitar, drums, keyboards, and harmonica. My other hobbies are sleight-of-hand magic and Ving Tsun Kung Fu.
What do you enjoy most about being part of the Thurrock Network Group?
The group members have a huge amount of business experience, are fun to be with, and are very supportive.
Can you share your top networking tip for small business owners?
Learn how to describe what you do in just 20 seconds. Also, say it in such a way that a 12 year old child could understand it. In addition, get good at public speaking.
Quick-fire round
LinkedIn or Facebook for business promotion? LinkedIn
Laptop or mobile for your daily work? Mobile
Watching YouTube videos or listening to podcasts? YouTube videos
In terms of productivity, are you better in the morning or the afternoon? Afternoon
Zoom or face-to-face meetings for client interactions? Face to Face
An office pet or an office plant for a morale boost? Office pet
Digital or paper notebook for keeping organised? Digital notebook
Connect with Steve
Website: www.stevedickinson.co.uk
