I’ll just stay for a year to sort myself out Sound familiar? That was the plan. Temporary. Practical. Just until something better came along. But the year became two. Two became five. And somewhere along the way the side hustle never got started, the business idea stayed in the notes app, and the dream quietly … Continue reading The temporary trap
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The 40-hr work week wasn’t designed for your wellbeing
The 40-hour work week wasn’t designed for your wellbeing. It was designed by Henry Ford and engineered for maximum productivity. Just enough rest to show up again on Monday. Not enough time to build something of your own, think too deeply, or question the arrangement. We spend more time at work with colleagues than our … Continue reading The 40-hr work week wasn’t designed for your wellbeing
When Silence Becomes the Story: Lessons from Jamaica’s Crisis Response
Crisis communication isn’t what most people think it is. It’s not press statements.It’s not carefully worded updates after things have already escalated. It’s what happens while people are still trying to make sense of reality. I’ve been watching Jamaica’s response to Hurricane Melissa - and what stands out isn’t just the policy failures or the … Continue reading When Silence Becomes the Story: Lessons from Jamaica’s Crisis Response
Maths teacher creates black doll line to empower her daughter & young girls
I recently launched my podcast 9to5workrebels and for the latest episode, I spoke with the inspiring Charlotte Francis the maths teacher turned entrepreneur who created the black doll line Biankha and friends, after her own daughter fell out of love with her natural hair. . You can listen to the podcast on spotify, Apple, Google, … Continue reading Maths teacher creates black doll line to empower her daughter & young girls
National freelancers day conference 2019
Did you attend the IPSE national freelancers day conference? it was a good day filled with lots of informative sessions, including one I did on how you can set and raise your fees as a freelancers. Check out my brief overview. https://youtu.be/MULkHvO39a8
How to protect your energy
Life has a lot going on, we're juggling our work and life commitments, but how do you protect your energy when you have so much going on? Check out this video and let me know your thoughts! https://youtu.be/yNHjHP2MQ58
Is your comfort zone killing your dreams?
How to be a successful consultant – earn more & escape the 9-5 online course now available
If you’re fed up of the 9-5 working life or feeling stuck in your job, or maybe you want to get paid for what you're truly passionate about! A great exit plan is to become a consultant! As a consultant, you are your own boss and therefore you have more control over who you work … Continue reading How to be a successful consultant – earn more & escape the 9-5 online course now available
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DIY PR tips: 5 tips on building your media contacts list
So the new year is in full swing and your ready to share your new products, services and intitiatives with the media. So how do you go about it. Well to get in touch with the media to place and pitch your story ideas you need a way of contacting journalists. PR agencies and professionals … Continue reading DIY PR tips: 5 tips on building your media contacts list
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