It’s a quite Thursday afternoon and tiredness is kicking in. I have a number of important things I need to do. One of which is writing a blog
With a bit of self reflection it’s obvious I’m procrastinating and avoiding what needs to be done.
With most things, I find getting started the […]

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For a lot of people the work-life balance is a difficult issue. I’m very familiar with this problem as it was something I use to have a problem with.
Unrealistic goals, impatience, social pressures, competitive spirit, excessively optimistic outlooks can undermine the work-life balance.  The flow on from this can be serious, bad health, […]

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How to make 2010 the most successful year yet
I’ve taken some time out over the Christmas/New Year break to reflect on ways to get the most out of 2010. Here is what I came up with:
1.       Professional development. Attend a conference, seminar or a trade show. Take time to network, learn a skill […]

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In today’s highly mobile workplace its imperative employers do their upmost to reward, recognise and retain employees. Below are five ways to do so:
1.       Public recognition for a job well done. Take time out to recognise the efforts of staff, be sincere in your acknowledgement. Consider an award, a mention on your corporate […]

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I’ve always found the best way to develop a good plan, come up with new ideas, reflect on a problem or resolve an issue is to get out of my current environment. This could be as simple as leaving the office for a coffee or as dramatic as booking a flight and taking […]

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In light of the Virgin Blue email disaster last Friday, its important to remember at times we all make mistakes. I honestly believe what really counts, is how we deal with them.
In the moment of crisis, its important to look beyond blame, anger and resentment. The key is to focus on a  solution. Once the […]

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The past 12 months have proved quite a challenge for those in the business world. As the financial markets began to melt down in September 2008 who was to know how large the impact would be.
It’s now twelve months later and it now the worst it behind us. Although I still read regularly […]

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Over my summer holiday I read a wonderful book, “Mastery; The keys to success & long-term fulfilment”. I would recommend this book to anyone who has made the decision to be the best they can and maximise the effectiveness of their efforts in all pursuits.
The book is written by George Leonard a twenty […]

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December has always been a great time to reflect on both the success and opportunities that the past year has seen. If you’re like me however, reflection usually takes a back seat to all the whoo ha that surrounds the festive season. Last week Holly (our office manager at Enterprise Search) and I […]

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