Insights
We write about systems thinking, digital capability and AI adoption for service organisations that need to modernise without breaking what already works.
These are not tactical tips or tool recommendations. They are reflections on organisational reality, the patterns that create risk and what it takes to adopt technology in a way that is sustainable rather than reactive.
Zapier vs Make vs n8n: Which Automation Tool Is Right for You?
Whether you’re looking to save time, reduce errors, or just get your tech stack talking to each other, automation...
Why Most Business Owners Struggle with Automation (And How to Fix It Fast)
Automation sounds great in theory, right? More time, less stress, things running smoother. But if you’re honest, it...
How AI Automation Can Free Up Your Time and Scale Your Service Business
If you run a service business, you probably know the feeling of juggling too many things at once. Client calls,...
The Big AI Players & Their Models
AI is evolving at a rapid pace, and with it comes an ever-growing list of models, each promising to be the best at...
The Power of Email Segmentation
Welcome to the first issue of the Ascend with Ascendz newsletter. Every Saturday morning I will be landing in your...
Is the ‘Link in Bio’ truly dead?
If you're on Instagram whether as a creator or consumer, you're no doubt familiar with the phrase 'link in bio' and...
WordPress vs Squarespace (& other platforms)
So the question…”which platform should I build my website on?”…crops up all the time and having answered it twice...
6 Tips to Prepare Your Small Business for a Recession
With two consecutive quarters of negative growth, the UK economy slipped into a technical recession at the end of...
How to Avoid the Feast or Famine Cycle in Your Online Business
Are you tired of the feast or famine cycle in your online business? Are you constantly struggling to make ends meet,...