Debunking the Myth of Early Morning Success — The online gurus; they say you need 8 hours of sleep. They also say you need to get up early. Like 04:00. That this is what all successful people do, implying you’re a loser if you don’t. But you can’t generalise for the whole planet like that. More than 7…

Composition Basics to get you started — Let’s get one thing straight. There are no ‘rules’ in photography. It’s an art form, so it’s open to interpretation and opinion. There are guidelines to help you compose a picture that’s pleasing or interesting to look at, that leads the eye to the subject, that balances the ‘frame, or…

Why a Steady Job is Just The Ticket — The current trend all over social media is people pushing the idea of ‘solopreneur’. Or a side hustle. Or to quit and do something you love. But it’s not for everyone. I’d even go as far as to say it’s not for most people. And there’s nothing wrong with that…

Traditionally known as Bangers and Mash, this is an age-old favourite of mine — Before I transitioned to a plant-based diet, sausage and mash with a rich, meaty onion gravy was one of my favourite meals. It’s proper comfort food and, done well, is simply divine. Once I eschewed animal products, though, I struggled for a long time to re-create it and get it…

But Where Do You Start? — So, you want to be a photographer? That’s fantastic; I’m thrilled you want to join our world. Photography is a beautiful art form, and there are many areas you can explore. But before you start your journey, there are a few things we should talk about. So, let’s start with…

McGregor’s early management theory; you wouldn’t believe it exists in the modern workplace. — Lots of people get promoted to management at some point in their careers. Often it’s because they are good at their job and thus the natural successor to ‘take over’ when the current manager moves on or retires. However, being good at a job doesn’t mean the person will make…

Some people think toxic workplaces are now normal and there’s nothing you can do about it. Are they correct? — “Most companies are toxic,” said a friend of mine recently, “it’s the new now; people are pushed hard to meet targets and become bitchy as a result. A job is no longer a social thing, it’s a nasty situation. …

How culture is driven from the very top — The proverb ‘a fish rots from the head’ has its origins shrouded in mystery. Many countries and cultures lay claim to it, including the English, the Turks and the Chinese, but the actual source is lost in antiquity. It’s a metaphor for leadership, be it in business, religion or a…

It’s hard, and it’s not for everyone. — A friend of mine recently commented that most of the business cards he gets these days are from people calling themselves ‘Founder and CEO’, a description pretty much unheard of 10 to 15 years ago. Being an entrepreneur is the big thing at the moment. …