Caerphilly Business Forum Awards Winner Stories ​​

"If you believe in it do it, take the chance, be brave, be strong, always ask for help you will never succeed unless you try and fight for success. Nobody is going to hand it to you on a plate it takes sacrifice, hard work, long hours and all of your money… but the rewards when success comes is amazing. 

I was so pleased we won a highly commended award last year, so this topped it off, being a woman in business is tough, especially when you don’t have an academic business background. So, winning for me is like winning for all woman who wish to achieve!"

Claire Mountain
Mountain Celebrations Ltd

It’s Christmas time. Twinkling lights are going up, parties are being planned, and presents and treats galore are being purchased and made. But even as happy tidings are shared between family, friends and neighbours, we can’t forget that many of those we care about are hurting deeply.
 
Grief is not relegated to certain parts of the year, it’s a 24/7 process and when Christmas and the holidays arrive it can be escalated…. But how can we be sensitive to the emotional needs of those around us.
 
Remember that we have all lost a loved one, and remember how we felt, talk, share, remember and embrace this time of year… it will not be an easy task for those who are hurting at the loss of someone close and special.
 
Consider these 12 tips on how to interact with your grieving friends or loved ones this Christmas.