I think that in order for a relationship to be healthy and last it has to evolve and grow with the individuals. Can you be open and vulnerable with this person? With each new interaction do you feel like you’re getting closer to this person? Do your conversations become more intimate whilst feeling safe as … Continue reading Old friends
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Could this meeting be replaced by an email?
If the answer is yes then you shouldn't be having this meeting. If the answer is no, then the purpose of the meeting should be clearly stated and everyone in the meeting should be on the same page. If you're looking to bring optimal brainstorming power to the meeting then you should provide all of … Continue reading Could this meeting be replaced by an email?
It’s a wonderful life ending
I've seen 'It's a wonderful life' a number of times now. I know what happens and yet each time the ending moves me emotionally. The ending is so powerful that it is most likely the reason the movie has lasted throughout the ages. So while it's still fresh in my memory I'm going to have … Continue reading It’s a wonderful life ending
Mike Myers in Bohemian Rhapsody
I went to see Bohemian Rhapsody recently and as the opening credits rolled I thought to myself: "Oh I didn't know Mike Myers was in this." But then the movie started and I forgot about it. Then we were introduced to him, and even though he was under heavy make up it was undeniably him. … Continue reading Mike Myers in Bohemian Rhapsody
Emptying the bin
A common household chore. One that everyone is familiar with and one that no one wants to do. Why no one wants to do it, is obvious, it's a dirty job. It requires touching and being near dirty things. Now if you don't live on your own this becomes an exercise in avoidance. Since it's … Continue reading Emptying the bin
Stansted Arrivals
I recently went to Cambridge to visit my two friends for their joint birthday party. Safe to say I couldn't wait to see them. It had been a few months since we'd last hung out and we always have a good time together. So as I walked through Stansted towards the exit the anticipation was … Continue reading Stansted Arrivals
Awards night
Awards night is coming up and you ask yourself will I go? Which of course is answered by the next question that pops into your head... Do I have a chance of winning? And eventually the optimistic side of you wins over and says ‘Ya! You’re definitely gonna win something, you should go!’ So you’re … Continue reading Awards night
Can you hear me?
Can you hear me? What about now? Can you hear me? Have you ever had a meeting that started like this? How long did it go on for? Everyone's very busy these days, as some people say time is money. Often you have to work very hard to get certain people to attend your meetings. … Continue reading Can you hear me?
Jogging in the rain
So you decided to for a jog after work but when the time came it started pouring down rain and the temperature dropped to single figures. All of a sudden it just became a lot easier to give up and you've never been so grateful to be inside. Your apartment has never felt so comfy. … Continue reading Jogging in the rain
What are you looking for?
If you spend just a small amount of time answering this question before you start, you can save a lot of time fumbling in the dark. I've just started doing this practice and it has made a world of difference with my productivity. You can ask this question before a meeting, a research project, or anything really. … Continue reading What are you looking for?
