For the internationally mobile executive – whether navigating a joint venture in Singapore, leading a multilateral negotiation for a development bank in Addis Ababa, or presenting quarterly results to a global board in London – a profound realisation eventually dawns: fluency in English is merely your boarding pass. It grants…
In boardrooms around the world, among the executives of the world’s most prestigious institutions, a quiet realisation is dawning. The global business arena no longer rewards mere English proficiency – it demands something far more sophisticated. I have worked as an English coach predominantly in France since 2018. And this…
This cosy little corner is more than just a workspace — it’s my creative sanctuary. It’s where ideas take root, projects come to life, and inspiration is never far away … especially with my ever-watchful muse sitting just a whisker away. Nestled beside a large window, my desk is flooded…
As I navigate my job search, I’ve been reflecting on what it takes to stand out in a competitive market. One thing is clear: a strong CV is essential. It’s not just a summary of my past roles – it’s a strategic tool to showcase my skills, achievements, and potential….
“The Oxford Word of the Year is a word or expression that is judged to reflect the ethos, mood, or preoccupations of the passing year”. This year that word is TOXIC.
“Toxic” has many strings – toxic waste, toxic poisoning and the like. And events around these issues have facilitated the word’s rise to the top of the most-used pile.
As a freelancer, you quickly learn that it’s important to have as many clients as possible. More clients mean a healthier bank balance every month. We never really think about firing clients … until one (or two) come along and we know we would be happier not having them around.
There’s no manual on how to be a freelancer. And as the gig economy evolves at a phenomenal pace we often find ourselves wishing someone could sit us down and explain exactly how we can keep up with the trends. We all need a bit of advice and useful tips.
#FreelanceFriday: the hustle is real I began blogging some years before I became a freelance content creator. It was the ideal platform for me to work at my own pace while I held down a full-time job. It was also a great space to build content that was my own….
#FreelanceFriday: Dear freelancer. I see you, I salute you Rates and fair pay are hands down the most talked about issue amongst independent consultants. It became evident to me when, as chair of a freelancing organisation, the questions that we fielded most often was around our rates survey and report….
#FreelanceFriday: ruminating on my choices We make choices every day of our lives. And they begin the minute we open our eyes to the world we have been born into. Making a choice is a simple act. It’s something we don’t often think about – it happens as easily as…
