Cora Barnes Speaker July 2026
The Hidden Power of Relationships in Business Growth
I sometimes talk about business growth as if it is all strategy, sales and scale, and yes these are key elements of any business BUT behind many of the best…
Why Career Growth Is More Like Travel Than a Straight Line
There are some days in business that remind you exactly why opening doors matters. Recently, we welcomed Erin from SETU Waterford to 3Q Recruitment through the CreateHER programme, and I can honestly say she left…
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The Courage to Start Before You Feel Ready
There is a moment in every founder’s journey that stands out. Not when everything feels clear. Not when confidence is high. But when the next step becomes obvious and you…
January Isn’t About Reinvention. It’s About Reflection, Rest, and Quiet Growth
January has a reputation for noise.New year. New you. New goals. New routines. Gym memberships. Post-mortems. Public declarations of ambition. But here’s the truth many entrepreneurs quietly know: January isn’t…
The Gift of Presence
As the year draws to a close, I’ve been reflecting on one theme that continues to shape every corner of my life: presence. Not the wrapped kind under a tree,…
The Question I’ve Been Asking Since I Was a Child
As a child, I often asked my mam a question I’m sure she struggled to answer: “How could one man cause so many to die?” I loved history in school…
The Power of One Conversation
The Power of One Conversation There’s a quote I love that says, “One good conversation can shift the direction of change forever.” When I look back at the moments that…
Awareness in July: The Power of Pausing to Appreciate the Journey
As a speaker, mentor, and panel host, I spend a lot of time focused on growth, resilience, and performance. But July reminds me of something just as vital: awareness and…
Mentoring for Growth: A Speaker and Entrepreneur’s Perspective
By Cora Barnes – Speaker | Mentor | Entrepreneur In my experience, mentoring is one of the most powerful tools available to any professional—whether you're launching a business, developing leadership…
Reconnecting with What Matters
A Morning That Made Space for What Matters Last month, I stepped out of my usual Saturday routine and into a space I didn’t realise I needed so much—the Mastermind…