Inspirational Business Mum Of The Year 2007 Named

Sarah Steel has been named winner of the first ever ‘Inspirational Business Mum of the Year Award’ sponsored by Yellow Pages at the 2007 Prowess Awards.  Sarah set up ‘The Old Station Nursery’ after leaving the army to become a full-time mum to her second child.

Unable to find suitable childcare in her local area, Sarah decided to take matters into her own hands. After months of juggling family commitments with market research and endless efforts to secure suitable premises, The Old Station Nursery was born. Five years later, Sarah's enterprise has gone from strength to strength, with the company now running eight nurseries across the UK.

The award follows on from the successful launch of www.bizmums.co.uk, a site set up by Yellow Pages offering tips and advice to mums starting up new businesses. It offers practical advice to mums who are thinking of setting up their own businesses - taking them through the process step by step and giving you the tools to turn a simple idea into a successful venture.

Here are some of Sarah's top tips on how best to set up your own business and establish the perfect work / life balance.

• Make a list of your personal commitments in order of importance
• Be as organised at home as you are at work
• Delegate tasks to others, but make sure they're up to the job
• Removing yourself for a quick cup of tea or some fresh air will make you less stressed, more focused and productive

For more information visit www.bizmums.co.uk

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