IndigoBlue Magazine

4 min read

The label ‘jack of all trades, but master of none,’ implies that someone with a varied skillset, will only produce inadequate work. But is this really the case? The concept of ‘multipotentiality’ puts a more positive spin on having different skills a

IndigoBlue Magazine

3 min read

Have you ever thought about how people around you influence your habits, aspirations, health, and wellbeing? We often believe that we hold the key to our success. While this is true to a large extent, we need to be conscious of the fact that people a

NZBusiness and Management

4 min read

On the eve of the 2016 Bledisloe Cup match Australian rugby coach Michael Cheika woke up to an uncomfortable surprise. There splashed on the front page of a national newspaper he saw himself dressed as a circus clown complete with a bright red nose.

Psychologies

1 min read

• NOTICE how often you say ‘I should’, ‘I ought’ or ‘I must’ to yourself. Also notice how often you make judgments about other people in the same way: ‘They ought’ or ‘they should or shouldn’t’. • CONSIDER the impact of your words on you. • CHANGE th

Business Today

1 min read

Q. What was the problem you were grappling with? a. I once walked into a role with utmost confidence in my functional skills and my ability to deliver the mandate. While I did succeed, it came with a lot of pain, at the cost of some relationships whi

ThinkSales

2 min read

The only time during the entire year when the country-wide sales team gets together is the annual sales kick-off meeting. Obviously, everyone wants this meeting to be a success. As a keynote speaker who has had the privilege of presenting at more tha

Vogue Australia

5 min read

Gladys Lai: “We’re a generation where our first real step into adulthood coincided with such a defining moment in history, forcing us to take stock of the things that matter. There was this thing looming over us, this idea that the planet is deterior

Vegan Life Magazine

3 min read

I love this time of year, we have sunshine again, longer days and the feel-good factor of knowing that summer is on its way. For many of us it’s the right time to think about personal development as well improving relationships. And for some, we are

Outdoor Design

2 min read

It has long been said that gardens can heal the soul and replenish our jaded or dulled spirits. For years we have been coming together in one form or another to cultivate soil, produce food and experience a social connection. The term “therapeutic la

Men's Fitness UK

1 min read

Often people don’t feel happy with their progress, because they have no idea where they want to get to. As soon as you materialise in your mind how you want to look or what numbers you want to hit, and set a timeline for hitting those goals, you crea

Entrepreneur

4 min read

You’re not gonna enjoy this column. I couldn’t get my head around the subject until the last minute. Then, people wouldn’t call me back. Also, my computer’s been acting weird lately. And the goldfish died. Everything’s a disaster. But what do you car

Inc.

1 min read

Greater loyalty “There’s a secret sauce in hiring a person who knows that I believe in him enough to take a chance,” says David Williams, CEO of Fishbowl, an inventory software firm near Salt Lake City. Williams has hired everyone from his electricia

New Idea

4 min read

A bold financial venture or taking a big financial step will change how you manage your money and plan for the future. An unusual new possession will also be meaningful. Initiating a discussion that you’re keen to have will answer important questions

HELLO magazine

2 min read

News of Caroline’s untimely death has shocked me to the core. We shared mutual friends in the business and, like you, I knew her face well from TV. She has been portrayed as a bubbly party girl who loved passionately and “lit up a room”, but behind h

Artists & Illustrators

1 min read

1 Familiarise yourself with the main world styles of art, focusing on drawing approaches. 2 Identify your preferred approaches from the different options outlined above. 3 Choose materials that would best produce the desired aesthetic appearance.

Business Today

1 min read

Q. The biggest challenge you faced in your career A. When I joined the business in 2006, we were hit by the perfect storm rising costs, labour strife, heightened competition, talent attrition, financial stress and irate customers. Together, they po

NEXT

2 min read

MY JOB IN ONE SENTENCE: I’m always looking for new inspiration to bring to the design of hospitality spaces. WHAT I ENJOY MOST ABOUT MY WORK: Every project is unique and allows for the creation of a new experience for guests. A PERK OF THE JOB: I g

Simply You

2 min read

“Hospitality is really key,” says Antony Pearce of Timothy Oulton, a brand that values each piece of furniture for its individual importance and function. “Sofas are a central part of the home but the dining table is really where all the action is.”

Australian Wood Review

2 min read

A lot less rest! I guess that’s self employment though. There’s no one to fall back on except you and your own work ethic. What is your attitude to tools and equipment? Are you a ‘hand tools only’ maker? Or a whatever it takes to speed things up type

Rotman Management

2 min read

by Farhan Thawar Early in my career, when I was working at Trilogy Software, one of my fellow managers was never at his desk. When I did see him, he seemed to be doing really random things — talking to one person, going for coffee with another, or ju

What Hi-Fi?

1 min read

We’ve been helping the world discover the best in hi-fi and home entertainment for more than 40 years, and have more than 100 years of reviewing experience under our collective belts – so you can count on our expert opinion. We test every product aga

Woman's Weekly

1 min read

Patience may need to be your keyword this week. Take your time, and allow things to unfold gently and easily. Financially you may be juggling different challenges. Keep an optimistic attitude and everything will eventually resolve itself. Your online

Practical Boat Owner

1 min read

How did you feel the first time you got in a Topper? I froze. It was at a time in my life when things had fallen apart. I was leaving work through stress. I found I had taken on more and more in my role and hadn’t realised how much it was impacting m

What Hi-Fi?

1 min read

We’ve been helping the world discover the best in hi-fi and home entertainment for more than 40 years, and have more than 100 years of reviewing experience under our collective belts – so you can count on our expert opinion. We test every product aga

What Hi-Fi?

1 min read

We’ve been helping the world discover the best in hi-fi and home entertainment for more than 40 years, and have more than 100 years of reviewing experience under our collective belts – so you can count on our expert opinion. We test every product aga

Woman's Weekly

1 min read

How you use your energy will be of utmost importance. Set yourself some realistic priorities, then take action! No matter what’s going on, smile and send positive thoughts to those around you. This will have an uplifting effect on your mood. Don’t le

Artist's Palette

1 min read

• If you discover subject matter that you love and which fascinates you, the picture seems to come to life on its own. • It’s good not to have a final outcome in mind, so you can allow for spontaneity and changes to occur as you work • It’s always go

GQ India

2 min read

How does it feel to be the country’s youngest billionaire? Honestly, it doesn’t mean much. Beyond a point, you’ve got to stop focusing on that aspect of life. A tag like that just embarrasses you and puts you on the spot. I get a little more attenti

Art Market Magazine

1 min read

Lize Krüger is a South African artist who received her BA Fine Arts Degree in 1988 from The University of Northwest in South Africa. Lize has had numerous solo exhibitions and participated in group exhibitions through the years. In the early 2000s, b

Chat It's Fate

1 min read

The coming year is a chance to link to spiritual and intuitive knowledge – perhaps even become psychic. You’re a force to be reckoned with and have admirable energy – rather wonderfully, you’re using your powers to help others. Romance may well be on