Before the recent COVID-19 collapse, I began writing a book. Whilst I am still toying with the name, it will be released later this year and I am hoping that it may help some who are going through what I had to during the GFC, the loss of a job .Changing careers is never easy. I have done this a few times now, and yet I find that though to some it can cause a great deal of anxiety, to others, it will be a new opport...

I will often say as we are chatting to new friends we have made whilst travelling, that I need to get some work done.

The 'What kind of work do you do?' question is then answered, I write.

People seem surprised that although I am travelling with a retired husband that I' still work so my standard joke to them, is that "someone has to keep him in the luxury he's become accustomed to!' Hubby Rob, retired early, I don't intend to retire for some time. My grandfather worked until he was eight seven, lived...

In all things you do, it is important to act how you want to be perceived.

If you're happy for the world to see you in all your rawness, then you need to accept that others will see this and judge your character accordingly. We all do may do this occasionally, but it's consistent poor behaviour that is judged often.

And so it goes with business. 

Only make promises you can keep, or created actions you know will be viewed positively if you want to remain in business and keep your clients coming in the do...

Fear is a natural survival mechanism where our bodies naturally react in a variety of ways. It may be that we find that breathing is more difficult or perhaps our body is reacting in other physical ways.

John Call  (1)  suggests : As soon as you feel fear, the amygdala (a small almond-shaped organ in the center of your brain) sends signals to your autonomic nervous system (ANS), which then has a wide range of effects. The ANS kicks in, and suddenly, your heart rate increases, your blood pressure...

We need to align ourselves in business and life with those who support our values. Even if it hurts to end the relationship, in the long run it is better to do so than allow them to influence your own beliefs.

Whilst there are numerous websites and articles on ethics and values, being professional is about ensuring that these are followed, adhered to and respected in every way possible. Its not just about practicing it in the workplace, its about ensuring that every component of your working and personal life supports the concept.

How often have you run into a work colleague when out with your family or friends? Do you shy away from seeing them because you are embarrassed or do you embrace them and allow th...