I was thinking about the film Toy Story the other day and how Woody had particular catchphrases. You pulled a string in his back and he had a few specific phrases which he would rotate between. Specific, trusted words which you knew he would say. I was thinking what I’d say if I had specific… Read More Catchphrases
After a couple of weeks I’m back and COMPLETELY refreshed. I usually get cold feet about 5 days into a break; I have ideas which I want to start working on immediately. This time was different. It might have been the location – the Greek island Kos – or the relaxing nature of the holiday… Read More I’m back
Today is the last post before I take a break. It’s number 113 of the year – give or take – and was probably the easiest to write. Knowing I have a break coming up, I’m able to relax ahead of time – even though I’m still delivering today – and don’t need to think… Read More Pause
Someone called me last week and asked if I wanted to be featured in their magazine. They explained the audience, the coverage and the ‘celebrity business’ sponsor. I would be happy to and then they told me the charge for being published. I’d be happy to pay; they wanted to carry out an interview and… Read More The joy of sales calls
I remember working in different London councils when numerous elections have taken place, including the Brexit referendum. What people forget, after the event, is the simply incredible work my former colleagues will have done across the country to make the process as simple and effective as possible. Yes, there will be errors, but these are… Read More Sometimes just be thankful
Lost and Desperate 