Christmas present ideas for 2020
First – have a look at last year’s list – loads of good stuff in there, still relevant and see also my 2021 list! https://chriscroft.co.uk/christmas-present-ideas-for-2021/ Next, if you know about […]
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Which artists deserve their own playlist?
There are some artists that a) are great b) have made a lot of albums but also a lot of filler so they need to be condensed into a Spotify
Negotiation Skills – with Tom Petty
Obviously this article isn’t officially endorsed by the late great rocker, but while pondering his brilliant back catalogue Tom did help me think about negotiating, and I hope He can
20 ways to motivate your team
These are taken from one of the videos in my Understanding Practical Leadership course, which can be found in (and bought from) two places: https://www.linkedin.com/learning/leadership-practical-skills/20-motivational-essentials?u=2125562 https://www.udemy.com/course/practical-leadership/ 1 – Give everybody
Reading List for Happiness and Success
Got some time during lock-down? Don’t spend all of it on jigsaws or computer games, maybe read some of these so you’re ready when things start up again……. Recommended reading
“Should I write a book?”
For fun, yes, but not if you are hoping to make money. I’ve got a published book on amazon, in paper format only (the publisher won’t make it into an
Working from home – my top ten tips
Working hours – some people prefer a fixed routine, others enjoy the flexibility of taking time off during the day and working when they are at their peak – which
Self-isolating – 15 happiness ideas
It’s all pretty depressing, having to hide away in our homes and wait for the dreaded virus to go away again – or possibly get us, …or those we love. And
13 books that blew me away
Here are some books that I loved, and which have stayed with me. Not business books, but fascinating novels that you HAVE to read! In no particular order: Crash by JB
Christmas present ideas for 2019
What to give other people? What to ask for yourself? Here we go……. Fun memory sticks like this one https://www.amazon.co.uk/gp/product/B00LUJJ4CU/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o03_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1 And this one…. https://www.amazon.co.uk/Superideal-Novelty-Penguin-Flash-Memory/dp/B01EJ1FZNM/ref=pd_sim_107_2/259-3581303-0152832?_encoding=UTF8&pd_rd_i=B01EJ1FZNM&pd_rd_r=3a7c3eda-fa6d-48b8-9d51-fb15de35145d&pd_rd_w=TBcae&pd_rd_wg=sn1bK&pf_rd_p=32ad4a08-4896-4172-a2ea-821c9be00310&pf_rd_r=B5NBBH94ANG2B639Z1A3&psc=1&refRID=B5NBBH94ANG2B639Z1A3 Or this: https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B01924223W/ref=dp_cerb_2 .. then, how
My favourite podcasts
Podcasts are wonderful when you’re driving a long way and the news is too annoying (which is most of the time at the moment!) These are my discoveries, I hope
Time Management from A to Z
My top 26 time tips: Ahead of the game Success is a box 3 person in a box 3 company (Box 3 is important but not urgent) Block out time
Which vegetable is yours?
Use this chart to find the Management Vegetables for the subject you want to learn about: Leadership The Plum of Performance The Coaching Cherries The Carrots of Motivation The Banana
The Scorpion of Stock
The Scorpion of Stock will sting you when you don’t expect it! Stock is much more harmful than you might expect and here’s why: Storage cost – space heat and
Your brain doesn’t know what’s best for your happiness – it’s often wrong!
Here are 20 things that your brain believes …that are wrong. If I eat more I’ll be happy. If I lose weight I’ll be happy If I get drunk frequently I’ll
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Tenders and Bids – ragged edges!
I’ve written elsewhere about what a bad system I think tendering is. You pay more, because suppliers have to add their bid-writing costs to their bids, and not just once but
