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The One Second Turnaround – How To Feel Better Instantly

What do you do when you find yourself in a toxic thought cycle? Bad news sells! You only have to read the average newspaper or news headline to understand why so many of us are addicted to bad news. Research into The Negativity Bias has indicated that, on average, we are at least three times … Read Full Article…

News Update: Time to Get Funded?

Hello my friend, If you find yourself reading this it’s either because you have read my newsletter and are curious, or you saw the title and are interested in getting funded. I’ve been a bit reclusive this year, and I’m pretty sure I’m not the only one. It’s been a testing year that has seen … Read Full Article…

3 Steps Towards Sanity During COVID

3 Steps Towards Sanity During COVID Confinement and spending more time with your friends/family in your home is causing more stress than usual for many people. In my business network, I am asked more about wellbeing/sanity interventions than business ones to help them right now. In this video, I offer you 3 easy steps to … Read Full Article…

Which Type Are You In A Crisis?

There are 3 main types of people in a crisis: Those who panic and act selfishly, stupidly or cluelessly My years of nursing on the front line taught me that. And it could happen to anyone. I’ve jolted a few doctors in my time who were losing the plot, rummaging through the pages of their … Read Full Article…

How to Be Interesting And Stand Out…

Do you know someone who is interesting? More importantly, when was the last time that you heard someone say something at a business networking event that made them stand out from the crowd? I have been to other business networking events where I have been asked to speak about networking skills. I always enjoy proving … Read Full Article…

A Clucking Great Christmas Story

Every Christmas needs a touch of magic Whether that is a great Christmas party, a kind deed done, an unexpected pleasant surprise, or something completely left-field in an almost unbelievable way, Christmas usually delivers. This year I was gifted with the latter from my friend Sophie Carter. I met Sophie over 5 years ago and … Read Full Article…

Do Your Family Have The Lunatic Gene at Christmas?

Do Your Family Have The Lunatic Gene at Christmas? If Christmas may not always go 100% smoothly, flowing with Christmas cheer and love for all. I have spent much of my life studying this phenomenon, one which I believe is due to The Lunatic Gene. After sitting on a book script for … Read Full Article…

Reflections on Mental Health Awareness Week

This week has been a fabulous insight on initiatives going on for mental health awareness I have been fortunate enough to witness the work of The City Mental Health Alliance, and Ruby Wax’s charity, Frazzled. Both are taking great initiatives to promote mental wellbeing. If you have, or know someone who has a mental … Read Full Article…

How Much Of A Lunatic Are You? A Quick Tip To Reduce Stress

How Much Of A Lunatic Are You? A Quick Tip To Reduce Stress Everyone has the capacity to act like a lunatic, because of their lunatic gene. This happens in its negative form when we reach our breaking point, which is different for everyone. If you are having heated arguments with friends or family, sleeplessness, … Read Full Article…

Wanton Verbosity: The Death of a Sales Pitch for Investment

Last week I managed to open the door to an investor for an early-stage business The candidate came via a colleague I have known for a few years who I like and trust. During my 2 year stint as a funding matchmaker in my previous company, I know how rare it is to get businesses … Read Full Article…

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