Category Archives: Family life

How to manage an extrovert

Posted on February 13, 2012 by

I sat in on an interview conducted by an extrovert. In all the time he was talking, there wasn’t a single question directed at the candidate! She had a winning smile to be fair, and doubtless an impeccable CV, but … Continue reading →

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It’s great at the top isn’t it?

Posted on January 19, 2011 by

Of course we all want to be promoted, don’t we? The aspiration of every young trainee is to better herself, to climb up the greasy pole, to get to the top. Of course it is. But what happens when we … Continue reading →

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What happens when you “lose it”?

Posted on December 15, 2010 by

“Throwing your toys out of the pram” happens to most of us a some point. But if you are a high-profile figure, or have significant influence over the lives of others, for example a teacher or politician, then the consequences … Continue reading →

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A Royal Appointment

Posted on November 16, 2010 by

It’s the best news this country has had for a long time! Kate Middleton is to marry His Royal Highness Prince William. The media hype which naturally surrounds their engagement speculates a great deal about the relationship they have, and … Continue reading →

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How does Joel model leadership?

Posted on November 3, 2010 by

Don’t read this if you are out of touch with your sensitive side! But Channel 4′s Undercover Boss USA shows Joel Manby as a great model of leadership. It’s the usual format with Joel, CEO of Herschend theme parks, going … Continue reading →

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Is love a drug?

Posted on October 19, 2010 by

Have you ever fallen in love? Head over heels? Then you’ll know what I mean about “love” in this context being like a strong draught of opiate-like euphoria. “The Times” reported recently that “falling in love” has powerful pain relieving … Continue reading →

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Are villains the worst people?

Posted on October 11, 2010 by

Do you prefer “Paul Robinson” on “Neighbours”? Or remember “Dirty Den” on “East Enders”? Which do you like best? My favourite was “JR Ewing” in “Dallas”, back in the black and white era. Soap villains all, and fortunately they are confined … Continue reading →

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Lord Sugar v Piers Morgan

Posted on October 4, 2010 by

In ITV’s recent interview of Lord Sugar, Piers Morgan seemed determined to probe Lord Sugar’s emotional side. How did he fair? There’s no doubt Morgan is an effective interviewer, although for my money Lord Sugar got far more amusement for the audience … Continue reading →

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How old are you?

Posted on September 9, 2010 by

Or maybe how old do you act? Some of the things we do without thinking are as much as 75 years old! For example, I like leaf tea in preference to tea bags. When I have time I make a … Continue reading →

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Is busy-ness the enemy of invention?

Posted on September 8, 2010 by

What stops us developing new ideas? What stops us working on our heart’s desire, our latent talent, our real passion? “I’m just too busy right now”. “Working too hard”. “Maybe next year, when I have finished my A levels, my … Continue reading →

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