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25/07/2025

Taking a Short Break — But the Journey Continues...

As we step into a busy season with responsibilities and the children on , I’ll be taking a short break from posting regular over the next 6 weeks.

Being a means wearing many hats — nurturing the , guiding our , managing work, and still showing up for our dreams. And in all of this, we do it with strength, grace, and .

This pause is a gentle reminder that rest is also part of progress. 💕

To all my fellow business owners — keep building, even in small steps.

To those in 9–5 jobs — consider building a side hustle that gives you multiple streams of and long-term security.

We are living in a time where your , , and presence online can open doors beyond what you imagine.

Thank you all for your amazing support and engagement so far. I’m so grateful for every like, comment, share, and message.

Insha Allah once I’m back, you can expect even more practical, inspiring, and value-packed content to help you grow your .

Until then, keep learning, stay consistent, and never stop believing in your vision.

Feel free to reach out via my email⬇️

[email protected]

With gratitude,
Faiza Ahmed
FA Consulting & Business Advisory Services.
www.faizaahmed.co.uk

21/07/2025

Everyone wants to be great at something, but no one wants to be bad at it first.

The truth is, your first attempt will probably suck.
But your 100th won’t exist if you don’t allow yourself to be terrible at your first.

Stop waiting to be ready. Start.

C: alec_zamora

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21/07/2025

No matter what course you're studying—law, nursing, business, sociology—one thing I’d strongly recommend is this:

Learn how the digital world works. Understand how to build an online presence, how digital tools support businesses, and how to use technology to your advantage.

In today’s world, digital literacy is a superpower—for students, entrepreneurs, and professionals alike.

18/07/2025

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18/07/2025

Let’s be honest:
Artificial Intelligence (AI) is changing the job landscape.

We’re already seeing:

✅️Automated customer service replacing call center roles.

✅️AI tools drafting content, analyzing data, scheduling, designing, and more.

✅️Companies streamlining operations with fewer people. But here’s the truth they don’t always tell you:

AI isn’t just replacing jobs . It’s replacing tasks and it’s creating new opportunities. The real threat isn't AI...It’s being unprepared for how fast the world is changing.

Whether you're employed, freelancing, or just starting out, now is the best time to think about building something of your own.

Here’s why:

1. AI levels the playing field. You don’t need a big team to start a business. With AI, a small team (or even one person!) can now compete globally.

2. Location no longer limits you. With the right tools, your business can reach international customers.

3. Owning a business builds wealth. You're not just trading time for money. You're building an asset.

4. You control your future. In uncertain times, the most secure path is the one you control.

The people who will thrive in this new era aren’t the ones fighting AI. They’re the ones partnering with it.

17/07/2025

Spending the day at the "Small Business Bootcamp: AI Made Easy" workshop hosted by at the Conference Hall, Street and it’s been such an eye-opener so far!

Surrounded by fellow entrepreneurs, we’re learning how to use to make running our easier, faster, and smarter. From automating tasks to creating content and improving customer service — is definitely not just for the big players anymore.

If you’re a small business owner, now’s the time to start exploring how can work for you. It’s not as complicated as it sounds — and the benefits are real.

Let’s embrace the future. Your business deserves it.

16/07/2025

16/07/2025

Social media is an incredible tool. It gives your business visibility, voice, and a way to connect with your audience in real time.

It allows you to:

✅ Showcase your brand
✅ Tell your story
✅ Build trust
✅ Attract customers
✅ Share knowledge and value.

But here’s the gentle reminder every business owner needs:

Your business is not your Instagram feed. It’s not your likes, followers, or reach.

Your business is bigger than your online presence.

What Does That Mean?

1. Your business is your product or service — the actual value you deliver.

2. Your business is your operations — how things get done behind the scenes.

3. Your business is your strategy — your long-term plan, not just day-to-day posts.

4. Your business is your customers — their experience, satisfaction, and feedback.

5. Your business is your data — your revenue, performance, systems, and growth.

It’s easy to get caught in the “posting loop” — feeling like if you're not constantly online, your business isn’t moving.

Use social media as a powerful tool, not your entire toolbox.

Build your business both online and off:

Focus on quality, not just visibility.

Prioritize relationships over reach.

Build systems behind your brand.

Because when the algorithm shifts — your actual business should still stand strong.

14/07/2025

Thinking of leaving your job to chase your dream business?

That’s amazing—but let’s talk strategy first.

Here’s why you should stay employed just a bit longer:

1️⃣ Steady cash flow buys time.

2️⃣ Profit takes longer than expected.

3️⃣ Stress kills creativity

The goal is freedom, not frustration.

Build smart. Quit smart.

👉 Follow for more practical business advice.
🌐 www.faizaahmed.co.uk

14/07/2025

Before you can fully love who you are, you must first know who you are.

And that starts by doing something most people avoid: Sitting with yourself.

Not with your achievements, your to-do list, or your roles —But with your quiet thoughts. Your story. Your truth. Your journey.

Write down your strengths — not what the world expects, but what’s true to you. What have you overcome that others know nothing about?

✅️Maybe you’re a great listener.

✅️Maybe you're resilient.

✅️Maybe you uplift others, stay calm under pressure, or solve problems like magic.

Own that. Name it. Claim it.

Don't brush them off.
Don’t say “I haven’t done much.” Because you have.

You are worthy. You are capable. You have done more than you give yourself credit for. Self-awareness isn’t selfish — it’s the foundation of confidence, growth, and lasting self-love.

11/07/2025

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Thanks to all our amazing customers for your continued support! 💛

❤️Have a lovely weekend and remember to have enough rest.💯

11/07/2025

Starting a business isn’t hard.

What’s hard is doing it in the right order.

Too many new founders waste time on the wrong things.

→ Fancy logos before registering the business.

→ Hiring people before knowing the actual costs.

→ Building websites before understanding their market.

If you want to launch properly, follow this real-world order:

✅ Step 1: Choose a business idea

✅ Step 2: Choose your business location

✅ Step 3: Brainstorm a name

✅ Step 4: Create a plan

✅ Step 5: Register your business

✅ Step 6: Register for taxes

✅ Step 7: Fund your business

✅ Step 8: Apply for permits

✅ Step 9: Open a bank account

✅ Step 10: Get insurance

✅ Step 11: Prepare to launch

✅ Step 12: Build your team

✅ Step 13: Start making money.

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