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Are you a boss: wellbeing is crucial for happy staff
Workplace absence is always a hot topic, with the average worker being absent from work…
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Book review: OVERSUBSCRIBED by Daniel Priestley
If you’ve read business startup books in the past, one of the tips for setting up a business, or finding a way into any market is to look at what other people are doing and copy it, adding a few unique selling points.
Ditch the guilt: being a working mum is real
The number of UK working mums has more than tripled since 1951 and statistics show…
Posted inFamily life Things to do with the kids
Five top tips to setting up your child’s bedroom
Creating the perfect bedroom for your child can be a bit of a challenge. Not only does the room need to be practical, cosy and relaxing but it also must pass muster with your little ones, who can be pretty tricky customers to please.
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Book review of the fortnight – Black Box Thinking: The Surprising Truth About Success by Matthew Syed
Look around your workplace, your community and society in general and there is a common theme: a fear of failure. Add to that, the not wanting to be seen to make a mistake and hiding any mistakes we make and it can be quite a lethal cocktail.
Posted inFamily life
Selling up: Four tips to get your home into shape fast and cheaply
A couple of years ago, we put our house on the market. suddenly, everything started…
Posted inFamily life
Halloween pumpkin making fun
Thanks to the growing popularity of vampire and horror-related TV shows like Vampire Diaries and…
Posted inGet the Look
The rise of the mummy makeover
With many women keen to get their pre-pregnancy bodies back and rebuild confidence post childbirth, cosmetic surgeons worldwide are noticing a rise in popularity of the ‘Mummy Makeover’, a new cosmetic surgery trend for mothers. Supermodel Gisele Bundchen has recently been rumoured to have undergone the treatment, and Kim Kardashian is said to be making plans for after the birth of her second child.
Posted inStaying sane
Going Cold Turkey: How to Detox Digitally
If you find yourself increasingly unable to put your mobile, laptop or other gadget down and take a break or have a simple conversation, then you could be turning into a digital zombie. If your life seems to revolve around social media, emails and constant information overload, then you need to do something about it now.
No – this isn’t another article bemoaning the way that technology has taken over our lives. We live in a world that uses technology – it’s a great means to stay connected to friends and family and get work done efficiently.
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Skincare review: acne series part 2
If you're tired of switching from one skincare routine to another, trying new skincare products…
Easy ways to secure your child’s financial future
There is arguably nothing more important than securing the future of your child. This can only be done with a concrete financial plan that takes into account their most essential needs such as education, health and food.
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How to stay motivated when you’re feeling lazy
Struggling to get back into the swing of things after a nice break for the summer holidays? Wish you could stay in relaxation mode for… well, forever, and still get paid for it?
Unfortunately, this is no advert for a business opportunity that will make you rich while you sleep. Feeling lazy is natural – but few of us have the luxury to still survive while we do absolutely nothing at all day in, day out.
Posted inFamily life
What to consider when buying your first family car
Having a family is a big step, which brings with it a lot of change and a lot of tough choices. One such decision is choosing your first family car, something which many people do not consider until they’ve had the experience of trying to fit a child-seat, a half-folded up pram and a bag of nappies into their beloved hot hatchback. Investing in a family car will set you up for the future, from going on adventures while on holiday, to just making life easier on a day-to-day basis.
Posted inMaternity leave
The importance of managing your mental health on maternity leave
Maternity leave is always a hot topic in the news. With the pressures of work pitted against the importance of new mothers having time to bond with their new-borns, it can seem like an added stress and a recipe for disaster. Some employers take a very positive approach to maternity leave. For example, Netflix recently came out with the introduction of unlimited leave policy for new parents that allows them to take off as much time as they want after having a child.
Posted inWork and career tips and advice
Five tips for women who hate networking
There are few words in the business world that fill people with dread more than networking. It conjures up all manner of hideous thoughts, and it can often leave people so apprehensive that they end up running for the hills rather than attending the event.
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It’s never to late to do an internship of gain work experience
If you’ve been out of the world of work for a while, or are undergoing a career change it’s you may be struggling to get you foot in the door with an employer. Have you thought of going on an internship or work experience? It’s not just for the twenty something graduate, who has no financial ties, you know.
Health and social care is all the rage, but where can an NVQ in health and social care take you?
Going back to work after maternity leave can often feel like you’re starting out right…
Use your head! Five ways to make more money…
If you’re struggling financially the good news is that it is easier than ever to make extra cash. No matter what your skillset, how much time you have or how much you need to earn, there are plenty of methods out there that can earn you some extra money – here are just five ways you probably didn’t think of:
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Thinking about a career change? How about engineering?
Arguably, engineering is still a field that makes most people think of one dominated by male workers. This is not surprising when the number of women going into the profession is still relatively low compared to their male counterparts. However, women are still following the engineer career path and enjoying successful careers, whilst inadvertently helping to change the face of engineering to become a much more unisex occupation.
The psychology behind why people buy
We live in a consumer based economy, and the reasons behind why people buy certain things can appear disorientated and confusing. Despite this, there is a real rationale regarding these issues that surround what influences consumers and a knowledge of this can prove to be a salient force in your own business. What it eventually comes down to is psychology.