I was mortified. I was on my own in a busy West Coast pub, chock full of people enjoying a nice Friday night meal, and it seemed like half of them were gathered around me, laughing, and taking photos to pop up on Facebook. Feckers. In front of me was the largest damn burger I …
It’s ok to tell them
Is the true awesomeness of your business understood??
Every day, in small and not so small ways, your business is making good things happen. You wouldn't be doing it if it wasn't. It's not always easy, some days are terrifying/boring/average but other days your work fills you with huge satisfaction because it makes another human's life just a little bit better. That story …
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What I do
Hi there, I'm Charlotte Squire and that's me after a good sweaty bike up the Rameka Road (mountain biking country)! I am incredibly lucky to live in Golden Bay, between two lush national parks. I live here with my family. I write extraordinary stories about everyday people. I've been a writer for twenty years and …
Capturing extraordinary stories about everyday people
Memoirs can be like watersheds
When people sit down to talk to me, knowing I'm there to record their life stories, deep feelings can rise up to have their say too. Firstly, where on earth do they start and how can they encompass all those days of love, laughter, sweat, tears and everything in between in a few hours of …
Why it’s important to look where you want to go
Tyres. Usually this wouldn't be a subject I passionately rave about, but it was during an interview with a successful tyre business owner last week that I was reminded to be sure of where I wanted to go. So this guy I was interviewing. He was buzzing with passion. He was revolutionising the tyre industry. …
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Communications support – share your stories with the world
Although interesting things happen daily in our businesses, we don't always have the time or skills to share the stories that make our work so special. Sharing regular stories, or advice, with your customers via your website, social media, or e-news letters is a great way to build relationships, spread the word about what you …
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Charlotte Squire 