 Get a glimpse of the fun that goes on behind the scenes at our award winning productions. The awards shine a spotlight on the innovation and adaptability of these organisations who have continued to grow and develop whilst navigating the uncertainties of the business world over the past few years. About Green Bean Studios: Green Bean Studios is the creative headquarters for the lovable children’s brand, the Green Bean Collection - a collectable series of educational children’s books, toys, games and edutainment, creating precious moments whilst having fun adventures!
Contact: For more information or any enquiries, please contact Melissa Brannlund, Editor for Green Bean Studios editor@greenbeancollection.co.uk
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Creativity! What's your creative flare!? Creativity allows us to view and solve problems more openly and with innovation. Creativity opens the mind, make some time to unleash your creativity. Keep a look out for what new releases we will be sharing over 2023 as a creative children's brand  Founder, Author & Executive Producer, Anita Frost, is a mixed race Afro-Caribbean female. Though being from an under-represented background has brought its own challenges, it has also given her a unique perspective on the importance of inclusivity, diversity, and community, which are all key messages carried throughout the Green Bean stories. Anita is passionate about supporting women in business, and with an awareness that females are under-represented in many TV and Media roles, she has purposefully collaborated with many females for creating this TV series. Green Bean Studios welcomes people from a wide variety of backgrounds and circumstances, drawing on the unique talents they bring. Currently working on the Green Bean & Friends animated TV series, we employ to date: 5+ people of colour; 2+ people with learning disabilities; 2+ people from socially deprived areas; 5+ females. We fully support and value having a diverse and inclusive team and know that each individual’s skills and experience enriches our team and fully benefits our creative productions.  The Green Bean & Friends series will communicate a unique creative perspective of British culture and what it means to be British. Anita’s creative approach to the stories and characters in our series will impart them with a strong sense of community and the importance of identity, encouraging children to express their own creative individuality and be proud of their identities. The six characters in the series all represent unique personalities, each having different skill sets, hobbies, and appearances, yet they all work together and support each other. Through the characters’ interactions, Anita will share a new perspective on British identity and for people from all backgrounds and circumstances to celebrate what being British is all about. Through the creative storylines, our series will reach out to a broad range of viewers in the UK, truly demonstrating that there is a place for everyone within British culture and we are all united with a sense of community.  Anita has an established partnership with the Trafford Centre, where she has hosted multiple community storytime events. These early years story readings are loved by parents and children alike, featuring at theme parks and touring the UK. Anita aims to tackle important societal issues including childhood obesity, excessive screen time, children’s mental health, and climate change.
 So many of us have to lead forward in different areas; which can stretch us, challenges us and grow us. Excited to be back today leading the business forwards for 2023. What areas are you leading forward: *Friendships *Kids *Partner *Colleagues *Projects *Business Today we are focusing on business check out these five top tips to get you moving forwards 5 Key Leadership Qualities that Strengthen Businesses When you think of a ‘leader’, what qualities spring to mind? Power, strength, and ability influence may be high on the list, but research has shown there are some key characteristics that good leaders consistently share. 1. Integrity The definition of integrity is “the quality of being honest and having strong moral principles that you refuse to change”. When we look to those individuals who lead our country, this quality is often found to be lacking. However, most people would agree that being trustworthy and having good morals are essential qualities for a leader. 2. Communication Being able to share your ideas and plans clearly and effectively, whilst encouraging and inspiring others, is important for any leader. But good communication is much more than this. Being able to listen to what other people have to say, and to hear the truth of a situation, rather than what you want to hear, is fundamental when it comes to leadership.  3. Self-awareness
We’ve all heard the old adage ‘power corrupts’. All too often, when people are elevated to a position of leadership, they can become consumed with greed, wanting to achieve their goals and gain as much as they can for themselves at any cost. This behaviour is a product of the ego, which seeks to strengthen itself by having more ‘things’, thriving off having more than other people - the perception of being better or richer or stronger than others. You only have to look at the news on any given day to recognise the vast majority of the world’s leaders are ego-driven. Yet a good, fair leader is able to rise above the needs of the self by becoming consciously aware, by dissolving the ego’s ‘us and them’ mentality, and nurturing compassion for and connection with others, which leads us on to... 4. Empathy The ability to understand other people’s suffering, to walk a mile in their shoes, to fully comprehend how their circumstances affect them, is key for good leadership. To be able to help and guide others, you first need to be able to understand their problems, hopes, fears, desires. Good leaders will be able to harness this knowledge to take decisive action, implementing changes which ease the suffering of others and contribute positively to society. 5. Courage Courage isn’t just about facing fears and doing things that scare you; it’s about being brave in the decisions you make. Good leaders understand they can’t always know how things will work out, or foresee all the potential consequences of their actions, but they are able to have the courage to take calculated risks without being guaranteed of success. All growth happens outside of our comfort zones. Effective leaders will be able to weigh up the pros and cons of a situation and be brave enough to trust themselves and their choices, even if they don’t turn out to be the right ones. Indecision and inaction can lead to even bigger issues, especially in times of crisis. Leaders aren’t just the people who govern us or make key decisions in our society, they are parents and teachers, carers and nurses, people who help guide and support their communities through integrity, courage, and empathy for other people. Do you possess any of these key leadership skills? What other qualities do you think leaders should have? Look out for Melissa's latest articles on Anita Frost's author website, where she'll talk about topics including business and publishing, author news and events, and giving back to communities. You can find her in-depth monthly feature on the News & Media page of the Green Bean Collection website, discussing children's books and reading, early years education, living a greener lifestyle and all things Green Bean!  Being busy and being productive are not the same thing. By working the daily practice of journaling into your routine, you’ll be able to declutter your mind, reduce stress, and identify any obstacles that are preventing you from achieving your goals. Sometimes you get so caught up trying to tackle your to-do list, juggling a million tasks, that you end up being less productive. Spinning many plates and multi-tasking is a way of life for most of us, but over time this can lead to chronic burnout and seriously impact your health and wellbeing. The start of the new year brings new opportunities to refocus your writing efforts and set intentions for the year ahead. Maybe you achieved some of your goals last year, or maybe you lagged behind and are looking to improve this year. Wherever you are at in your writing journey, self-reflection is always a valuable tool to celebrate your successes but also to highlight areas for improvement. Here’s some handy tips to help you achieve your writing goals for 2023. 1. Reflect on the previous year Before you start charging ahead for this year, it’s important to look back on the last year and assess any challenges or obstacles you faced. Write down any projects you worked on, then what went well and what you feel could have gone better for each. What did you find particularly challenging? Was anything easier than you expected? By bringing awareness to your areas of strength and weakness as a writer, you can then work out practical solutions to your problems. For example, if you struggled with editing or proofreading your own work, perhaps look into hiring a professional editor to help you. You could also look at joining a local writing group, or an online group on social media, for advice, constructive feedback, and editorial assistance.  2. Visualising your achievements Think about the future and what you want to have achieved by this time next year. Perhaps your goal is to get your stories published or acquire a literary agent? The act of writing down your goals has been proven to increase your chances of success - so get clear about what you want, and write it down in the affirmative. You may find it useful to use the writing prompt “By this time next year I will…”. Write down everything you want to have achieved in a year’s time. 3. Plan of action Once you know what you want to achieve, backtrack and work out the practical steps you will need to take to actually make it happen. Break it down into small and manageable actions - if ‘getting published’ is your goal, then your actions may include:
These 5 smaller steps make the larger goal of getting your work published seem much more achievable and less daunting. 4. Commit to your goals No matter how badly you want to achieve your goals, you need to put in the work to actually make it happen. Whilst many people advocate writing every day, this is simply not realistic or practical for some people - especially if you’re juggling work and family commitments. If writing every day isn’t possible for you, schedule in some regular time each week where you focus on your own writing projects - whether that is writing stories, researching publishers, or taking courses to boost your skills. By taking your goals seriously and dedicating regular time to your endeavours, you will maximise your chances of success. These are just a few ideas to help you be more productive and smash your writing goals for 2023. By having a clear vision of what you want to achieve, taking small, actionable steps, and committing regular time to your writing, you will get closer to realising your dreams - who knows what you will have accomplished by this time next year! Happy writing! Look out for Melissa's latest articles on Anita Frost's author website, where she'll talk about topics including business and publishing, author news and events, and giving back to communities. You can find her in-depth monthly feature on the News & Media page of the Green Bean Collection website, discussing children's books and reading, early years education, living a greener lifestyle and all things Green Bean!
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Look out for Melissa's latest articles on Anita Frost's author website, where she'll talk about topics including: Business| TV | Music | Publishing, along with author news and events, and giving back to communities.
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