SMART goals and Visons (15 Sep 2009)

Politics is the art of the possible. Yes, yes, yes. (Yawn)

But can't we have just a few dreamers in this world? It would make a difference to millions.

And dreamers do NOT use SMART goals. 

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A Poodle takes on a Leopard (11 Aug 2009)

As it's silly season, here is a story. This factual account of a real event is a great illustration of the advantages of being quick on your feet and mentally nimble. 

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Interview Preparation - Telephone Interviews (15 Jul 2009)

Telephone interviews are becoming more frequent - specifically for screening purposes. Although they are subtly different, much of what I cover here is valid for all interviews. 

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Leonardo da Vinci (15 Jun 2009)

My favourite da Vinci quotes. And of these the best for me is Simplicity is the ultimate sophistication.

A demanding benchmark if ever there was one!

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Article in Localis Article on making Language accessible (14 May 2009)

Articles by Localis Chief Exec, James Morris; Christina Dykes from the Leadership Centre for Local Government; Leader of Wokingham Council David Lee and myself.

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Question of Character (19 Apr 2009)

Judging a book by its cover is how things are. But is it right? Is it accurate?

Perceptions are reality. 

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Prices by John Ruskin (19 Mar 2009)

What is cheap?

What is expensive?

What is the difference?

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Discounts - Magic Bullet or just a Bullet? (03 Feb 2009)

To Discount or Not to Discount?

Preserving Margin and Keeping Your Cool. Or doing what you have to do to keep the cash flow flowing?

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The Hot Dog Salesman (19 Jan 2009)

How to respond to bad news and bearers of bad news...

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Brand Cowards (19 Oct 2007)

The corporate employees who sabotage their employers businesses while Rainmakers have to focus on replacing the business the Cowards keep losing.

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