Since the onset of the recession it seems that “entrepreneurial spirit” has become something which society now increasingly seems to value.

James Boon started his business: ElephantBranded after being inspired to give local people a way out of poverty whilst travelling through Asia and Africa. James is now an Ambassador for Start-Up Loans along with 11 other young entrepreneurs. Here is James’ Start-Up journey:

I have been a coach for over seven years now and one thing that still continues to amaze me is why companies feel that during a recession, the first thing that needs to go is their training budget.

The successes that mean the most in life tend to be the ones that are hardest won and that we have overcome obstacles to achieve.

The major reason why people don’t achieve their goals is because they have neglected to from a plan.

Here are my top 10 tips for goal achievement: