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Most of us know Mark Zuckerburg’s success story; inventing, developing and building a generation defining social media network, all from the comfort of his Havard dorm room. A truly inspirational story, this is a case which every aspiring entrepreneur dreams of replicating. Not every rise to the top has been …

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Your average day in the office will put your brain through its paces, so keeping it fuelled is vital. However, mindless snacking throughout the day combined with a sedentary lifestyle is a dangerous combination to stay clear of-  knowing what to snack on to keep both your body and mind …

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Think you get a lot of emails? Your inbox may make you tremble with fear every morning, but have you ever thought about how many messages the big chiefs at the world’s most infamous companies get on a daily basis? Probably the number you return to after a week’s holiday. …

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You start a new year (or a new month, or indeed, a new day) with every intention to be as organised as physically possible, and what better way to begin this ‘new you’ than with a pristine and professional looking diary. You arrange your first appointment, whip out your diary, …

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When the majority of your day involves using your brain power your mind may be getting a thorough work out, but the only exercise you will be getting is walking from desk to meeting room. A sedentary lifestyle is not an ideal solution for anyone, but is becoming more and …

How to get enough exercise when working in an office Read More

Let’s face it; we are always looking for short cuts in life. Where we certainly aren’t advising you to take this approach to your work, it is only wise to work smarter instead of harder. After all, time is very much of the essence. If you’ve spent a solid ten …

How to work smarter, not harder Read More

Twitter is the perfect opportunity for brands to get closer to their customers and engage with them on a personal level. Doubling up as a customer service tool, there is more power in 140 characters than you’ve ever imagined. The wrong message can do lasting damage to a company’s reputation, …

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                    The boardroom can be a stressful place for most people. With a range of issues to clear up in a limited amount of time, the race to make the right decision is on. How people react in meetings is extremely …

How an intern sees a meeting compared to a CEO Read More

Often the best ideas come when you least expect it. Rushing from meeting to meeting, or making the most of the commute, it is important to have somewhere to note down your thoughts, ideas or to-dos in an easily accessible place you can refer to later. Although we love a …

Which note-taking app is best for you: Evernote or OneNote? Read More

To most of us a free cup of coffee here and there and the occasional “away day” are the extent of the perks of the job, and in today’s challenging economic environment they are added extras which we are very grateful for indeed. For some lunch on the company account …

The Job Perks You Wish You Had Read More