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12 Personal Development Blogs You Should Be Reading
At some point of everyone’s life we look for that extra bit of inspiration, guidance and advice to help guide us to achieving our goals, staying positive, and maximising our efficiency.
I’ve listed below - in no particular order - some of my favourite sites, which I hope you find useful.
Dumb Little Man: Jay White is far from [...]
50 Life Lessons
I was recently emailed a thoughtful list of 50 of the most important life lessons compiled by Regina Brett, a 50-year-old (not 90, as many people think) columnist from Ohio, USA. This list has gone on to be the “single most popular column ever written by Regina.”
I want to share this list with you and hope [...]
It’s 2009 & We’re Still Against Same-Sex Marriage
There’s been a lot of controversy about anti-gay marriage statements and support by Carrie Prejean, a Miss USA contestant from California. As you may know, she declared her opposition to same-sex marriage and has subsequently unveiled an ad (below) called “No Offense” in which she stars in, which ultimately tries to scare the public by [...]
Travel Quotes To Inspire Your Wanderlust!
As I type this I’m eagerly anticipating my next overseas trip. I’m leaving to Doha next week, then off to Frankfurt (instead of London due to plan changes) for a few days, before heading to Barcelona. The trip is part business, part pleasure - the two going hand-in-hand if you know how.
This trip comes in [...]
Do You Work To Live or Live To Work?
According to numerous studies, including one by the United Nations, work-related stress issues kill more people in modernised countries than war, estimated at approximately two and a half million individuals every year! It’s a mind-blowing fact!
We live in a society where people are stressed, constantly filled with anxiety and worry. This stress can be [...]
Featured In ITWeb Brainstorm
I’m featured in the March edition of ITWeb Brainstorm magazine - you can get a copy at CNA, Exclusive Books or your favourite newsstand.
The feature article starts on page 84.
Update: You can also view the online version of the feature article here.
I Have A Secret…
I hate flying. OK, hate is a strong word. I fear flying. And this for someone who loves to travel!
Last year my trips to Cape Town, Bangkok, Koh Samui, Paris, Lisbon, Funchal and Zanzibar were all - and I do mean all - accompanied by turbulance. Bad turbulance. I don’t care what class of travel [...]
How Many Social Networking Profiles Is Enough?
There are so many social networking sites out there. MySpace, Bebo, Facebook, Xing, Twitter, LinkedIn, Second Life, Friendster, Digg - in fact, there are thousands of social networking sites on the Internet. And while each can serve its own purpose, I think too many people have spread their personal and business brands too thin, and [...]
Looking Good Sure Comes At A Price
So, if joining a ridiculously expensive gym and signing up with a personal trainer wasn’t enough - who, I’m convinced, is part of some evil clan - I’ve now been put on all sorts of supplements. One to make my recovery faster, one to make me grow big and strong, one to load after a [...]
Highlights & Pictures From My Trip to Cape Town
Aside from the beauty, memories and great opportunities, Cape Town, South Africa is a business - and leisure-man’s paradise. Where else in Africa do you find world-class hotels with natural beauty, first-class cuisine with local (albeit slow) hospitality, and exciting business opportunities with open-minded local culture. Cape Town being my hometown also helps.
I thought I’d [...]
The Story of Adam and Eve, with a Twist
An hilarious look at Adam And Eve. Imagine…
It’s Time To Get Physical
I can feel the lactic acid and aches in my muscles already. I can hear my personal trainer pushing me to do the seemingly impossible. I can taste the sweet taste of victory on my lips. I can see my six-pack unfolding before me. Yes, I have decided to join the gym, again. Not any [...]
Must-Read Book List
There are books that you read or collect in your library. And then there are books that you have read and could not live without. I recently asked my followers on Twitter “If you had to choose one book - just one - and throw away the rest, which would it be?”
My favourite replies [...]
Barack Obama’s Inaugural Address
Together with millions of people across the globe I watched Barack Obama being sworn in as the forty-fourth president of the United States of America. The highlight was his historic inaugural address. The New York Times has published a transcript of Barack Obama’s inaugural address. This is how it starts off:
My fellow citizens:
I stand here [...]
Six Easy Ways to Stay Focused and Get Things Done
Thanks to numerous factors and distractions it’s pretty difficult for anyone to stay focused, especially when it comes to keeping ones working momentum going. There are a couple of things that I try to do as much as possible, which I’ve found does help; here’s hoping the list helps you too!
Plan your day and make [...]
