Shaun Stenning | Investor | Serial Entrepreneur

The web is awash by false stories and clickbait advertisements insisting you can make millions online with little or no effort. So it's no wonder people think earning money via the internet is a shady and fruitless endeavor. However, there are plenty of legitimate methods of making money online, and affiliate marketing is one of them. According to Shaun Stenning , “There are thousands of reputable companies looking to work with publishers to help promote their products and services. Whether you're looking to earn a full-time salary or supplement your income with a few extra dollars each month, affiliate marketing is a great option to explore.” What is an affiliate program? Affiliate programs are a form of online marketing employed by advertisers seeking referrals from a wide range of sources. They usually offer a commission, which reflects a percentage of every sale made from the referral link. How to set up your affiliate program If you have an established following, whether i...

Letting go will open the door to new, and better, opportunities. Even as more and more people want to waste their potential, explore their senses, and live their creativity to the fullest, many of us grew up in a culture that emphasizes managing the way things "should" be.  They compulsively tell us how we should dress, how we should think, the steps they think we should walk to be happy, who we should like, and they even define whether or not what we do will lead us to success. “Luckily, these rules no longer use to everyone. Every day there are more people who try to reveal the systems by choosing to move projects in which they understand and for which they feel great passion” According to Shaun Stenning “And it was while reflecting on this topic that I asked myself the following question: "What was it that led [us] to make such an important decision in life?" And I came to the same conclusion over and over again, they let go [we let go] of control of everything t...

Happiness is like going to the gym. You have to train daily and the more you exercise it, the better it will be. Being happy and feeling productive means self-realization, reaching the goals of a human being. It is a "state of great spiritual and physical satisfaction. According to Shaun Stenning , “This state does not depend on what your company does for you, it does not depend on your partner, on your parents. It depends on you, your thoughts, your habits, and your decisions.” “Happiness is like going to the gym . You have to train daily, it is not advisable to put it aside for a long time, and the more you exercise it, the better it will be.” Shaun said. Habits identified within the ritual system of happy, productive and energetic people: They have a clear morning routine that is non-negotiable It is a collection of activities that you create for yourself, before starting your day. Activities that lead you to having a great day and that somehow establish a positive mindset. Cre...

In the past decades, tourism has experienced continued growth and became one of the fastest-growing economic sectors globally. Tourism is also a key driver for socio-economic progress, with tourism-specific developments in an increasing number of national and international destinations. According to Shaun Stenning , “The strong historical growth has been halted in 2020 amid the global Covid-19 pandemic. With airplanes on the ground, hotels closed and travel restrictions implemented, travel and tourism became one of the most affected sectors since the very start of the virus spread. The pandemic has cut international tourist arrivals in the first quarter of 2020 to a fraction of what they were a year ago.” “This was the worst three quarters ever for the tourism industry over a century and this is expected to play out till another two quarters till vaccine is deployed across all source and destination markets," Shaun said. Closing borders, tourism & travel ban Countries all ove...

In recent weeks, the stock market has fluctuated in response to the coronavirus outbreak. Last week was the worst for the market since the 2008 financial crisis, and this week has been a wild ride as well. And yet, experts say, you could lose out in the long run if you make rash decisions now.  Shaun Stenning said, “ The last few weeks, I've been covering my eyes before I look at my investments, and only peeking through my fingers — as if I'm facing Freddy Kruger rather than a series of numbers. It doesn't help that the financial headlines are full of frightening potential futures: a possible recession, trade wars, and potential market corrections.” “It's enough to make me want to take all of my money out of my investments and put it somewhere safe, like my mattress.” “But no matter how overwhelming a market fluctuation may be, I also know that pulling my money out of the market is the worst thing I could do when my portfolio is trending downward. That's because t...

There’s no doubt that today’s modern lifestyle can be stressful. Between work, family, and social obligations, it can be hard to make time for yourself. But it’s important to find the time. When you work as an employee you know that every month you will receive your salary, because you signed a contract. Something similar happens with the holidays that will arrive at a certain time. However, for people who create their own businesses , the situation is different; They are always busy and cannot put their obligations aside, because much of their functioning depends on it. According to Shaun Stenning , “Relaxing can help keep you healthy, in both your body and mind, helping you recover from the everyday stresses that life throws at you. Luckily, no matter how busy you are, it’s simple to learn how to create time for chilling and also how to best relax.” “What many do not know is that in addition to rest, vacations represent the period where creativity most flourishes. On the contrary, wi...

Hiring your first employee is exciting! And also pretty intimidating. You don't need a complicated system in place to make your first hire, but you do need to take a few essential steps along the way. If you're hiring your first employee, congratulations! It's important to start off on the right foot as an employer by making sure you follow all of the legal rules that now apply to you. According to Shaun Stenning , “But before bringing just anyone on board, you need to understand that extra manpower entails a whole new string of legal obligations, liabilities, expenses and, of course, paperwork.” “Beyond the red tape, hiring mismatches can result in high turnover, absenteeism, higher healthcare costs, workplace violence, and theft--substantial costs to an organization's bottom line and reputation.” Shaun said. To help you navigate the legal ramifications of the hiring process, we've laid out the steps and precautions you should follow to ensure you make informed d...