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Monthly Archives: August 2014
Look Confident!
Research* has shown there is a correlation between how confident an individual is in his own skills and how skilled others judge him to be, irrespective of how skilled he really is (or is not). Those who underestimate their own skills are … Continue reading
Posted in Confidence, Think Business!
Tagged confidence, confident, image, judge, research, skills, underestimate, universities
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YOU make it happen – no excuses!!
This is great! Graduate Alfred Ajani could not find a job so stood at a station at rush hour with a sign. He got an interview the same day. Good on him!! So many would make a token effort by sending … Continue reading
Posted in finding work, inspirational people
Tagged effort, finding work, whatever it takes
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If you need help, it’s there!
There can be nothing left to write about poor Robin Williams. But there is something that everyone should remember. If you are desperate, instead of taking tablets or tying a noose, pick up the phone and speak to a Samaritan. They do … Continue reading
Be the hero in your own life story – right now!
Lots of World War I stories are in the press at the moment. Stories about ordinary people living ordinary lives but suddenly thrust into life & death scenarios and finding within themselves heroic strength and courage they never dreamed was there. It’s a shame … Continue reading
If people say bad things about you……..
If people say bad things about you just prove them wrong. Oh yes! Thanks to Richard Branson for this!
Feeling worried? Get over it!
Research from Slater and Gordon reveals that one in five hide a secret that could destroy their marriage and suffer with sleepless nights, mood swings and constant guilt because of it. They sound like a real pain to live with! … Continue reading
Posted in Motivation, worry & fear
Tagged baz, feeling worried, guilt, happiness, luhrman, worry
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If you do something bonkers, at least make it pay!!
Fed up with 34C heat yesterday some Russian teenagers covered their lounge in their flat in plastic sheeting and filled it with water, creating an indoor swimming pool. They’re not revealing their names or address. All health and safety objections … Continue reading
28 July 1914: 16 million people were about to die!
On this day 100 years ago the First World War began in which 16 million people were killed. It all seems like just numbers now but their lives were as important to each of them as yours to you and mine … Continue reading
Posted in 1914, Motivation, war
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