Work / Life Balance

Dangerous Liaisons: When working relationships get personal

A survey last year found that 40% of us have indulged in office romances. Not surprising really, when you consider this is where we spend most of our waking hours, and often socialise with our colleagues [...]

Perfect procrastination: How perfectionism harms productivity

Perfectionism used to be the one ‘weakness’ we all declared when asked that dreaded interview question. But as we become more enlightened about mental wellbeing, and more open to experimentation over polished performance, there’s an attitude [...]

So ladies, does size really matter in business?

Gather round Ladies – I have a secret to share with you. Size does not matter…indeed small can bring the most personal satisfaction. What am I talking about? Well business of course! Both men and women [...]

Why You Lose Focus: How “Brain Maps” Play Their Role

I remember sitting in a queue at JFK airport in New York waiting to take off As I sat in the plane, I could see our plane stuck behind about six or eight other planes.  They [...]

You Can Have It All… When You Believe You Can

Yes, you really can have it all. In fact, there are hundreds of “gurus” standing ready to tell you just what you need to do to qualify. On this subject there are books to read and [...]

My Story: Having It All

I was working as a freelance performing arts tutor when I was expecting my first baby. It was a challenging job at the best of times but throw in a bit of morning sickness and suddenly, [...]

Work v Life – are you getting the balance right?

Work-life balance is a bit of a buzzword these days, particularly since Tony Blair made it big business by launching the DTI’s WLB campaign back in 2000. The idea is to make sure that no-one is [...]

Is multi-tasking multiplying your stress levels? how to increase productivity one step at a time

Some days seem to pass in a busy whirl, but at 5pm you’ve got no idea what you’ve achieved and you can’t really cross anything off your task list. In fact, weeks can pass and you’re [...]

To be or not to be at the school gate: 10 tips for busy working mums

The other day I overheard a mother at the school gate thanking another for inviting her son to a play date. I must admit that up till then I have been quite content being a working [...]

10 Time Management Tips to Increase Productivity

The importance of time management is never taken seriously by most people till they end up in a crisis situation. With good time management it will be possible to balance your work, reduce stress and increase [...]

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