by Lynne Short | May 20, 2024 | News
After a busy few months supporting the main stage speakers at the Specsavers Annual Seminar event in Birmingham, EIE – a showcase of the entrepreneurial ecosystem in Scotland, and CivTech 9.0 Demo Day in Edinburgh, I’ve been reflecting on the real difference...
by Lynne Short | Apr 19, 2024 | News
As I take a moment to reflect on the past two decades of Maryanne Johnston Ltd, I’m struck by the incredible journey it’s been – one filled with highs and lows, challenges, and moments of growth and incredibly rewarding experiences. I want to express my...
by Lynne Short | Jan 16, 2024 | News
When it comes to public speaking and delivering presentations, there’s no shortage of advice and shared experiences. As a result, I hear an awful lot of well-meaning advice, that in fact isn’t very helpful. Many tips have become accepted mantras but very often...
by Lynne Short | Sep 28, 2023 | News
I talk a lot about the importance of preparation with regard to planned pitches and presentations but what is equally, if not more crucial to creating a positive and professional impression, is how you come across during chance encounters. Whether you are at an...
by Lynne Short | Jul 31, 2023 | News
The senior school I went to has a motto: ‘Plus est en vous’ or ‘there’s more in you’. It’s a statement that comes to my mind most days. During challenging times, if I am doubting myself or if things are going well, this motto grounds me and inspires me to deliver...
