How men and women communicate differently in the workplace
The modern workplace aims to be a balanced place where everyone can communicate openly and freely with the intention of being as productive as possible. According to the Australian Bureau of Statistics, “NSW women’s participation in the labour force has increased significantly over time.” But are we really talking to each other in the most […]
The 7 best ways to follow up after a job interview
You’ve written up a great resume, applied for a bunch of jobs, landed an interview and now you’re playing the waiting game. Waiting to hear whether you’ve landed a role after a job interview can be frustrating. However, there are a few things you can do to follow up afterwards and place yourself in the […]
Getting older for women: Which parts of my body will get better with age?
Getting older can be hard, especially in this day and age where everyone is so focused on youth culture. It’s like older people do not exist. That’s just stupid. Since the beginning of time, people have (rightly) looked up to their community elders – in Ancient Rome, once you reached the age of 60 you […]
Learning to compromise with your spouse: the 7 essential steps
He wants the bathroom window left closed, I want it left open. He wants extra shelves in the bedroom, I want extra drawers. He likes heavy forks and knives, I like light, thin ones that bend when you try to use them. I, of course, and the one in the right, and he, of course, […]
How to identify your personal brand
What is a personal brand? You may have heard this term around the web for a few years now. There are even experts that will help you to nail down your personal brand, with the aim of getting you more work, better opportunities and career longevity. According to Astrid Baumgarder, a personal branding coach from […]
How to find a better job when you have a job already
Already employed? That’s great news – but what if you’re not 100% happy in your chosen career, or you’re just working somewhere to pay the bills, while secretly hoping to fulfil your true vocation? Many experts say that it can actually be advantageous to find the job of your dreams when you are already employed. […]
Why have I been defriended on Facebook?
For the vast majority of us on Facebook, the platform can be a great place to meet new people, stay connected with old friends and keep in touch with our loved ones. Even though most of us don’t “keep count” of our Facebook friends, having them there can give us a sense of reassurance. That […]
Not all a bed of roses: the unique challenges of age-gap relationships
So what? People are saying of Stephen Fry’s 30 years age gap with his fiancée, Elliot Spencer. As someone who at one time had a preference for older blokes, I feel that I should weigh in here. It is, in fact, quite rare, to see relationships with a greater than 20 year age gap. In […]
21 office personalities you’ll recognise – which one are you?
Every office has its “types”. Learning about the various people you might encounter in the typical workplace will give you a hidden advantage over others when it comes to dealing with the regular Joes and Janes you’ll meet when working nine to five. Recognise any of these? The loud talker Private phone call, noisy YouTube […]
7 ways to overcome your fear of face-to-face interviews
If your job search is going well, in most cases you will be called in for a face-to-face interview to further check your suitability for a role. Experts are now saying that “culture fit” along with the necessary skills and experience for the job, are amongst the most important factors that affect a candidate’s success […]
Fairies & other elemental beings: what they are and how to connect with them: PART 2 of an interview with Alphedia
Aphedia is the Soul Name of Fiona Murray who founded the website Elemental Beings. Alphedia is a channel for the angelic, unicorn, elemental and crystal realms, based in Scotland. Her first book Messages from Nature’s Guardians discusses the many fairies and elementals she has come across since her spiritual journey began. I had many questions about […]
9 best weight loss diets for everyday people
How do regular people lose weight? I have trawled the web and found 9 of the most common eating patterns and diets that real people are using to cut their calories, reduce fat and gain the bodies they desire. These are all real comments from genuine Australians. Here’s what they do to lose weight. Would […]
Fairies & other elemental beings: what they are and how to connect with them: an interview with Alphedia
Alphedia is the Soul Name of Fiona Murray, a lovely person I had the pleasure of connecting with recently. She founded the website Elemental Beings, where she is a channel for the angelic, unicorn, elemental and crystal realms. Based in Scotland, Alphedia’s first book Messages from Nature’s Guardians discusses the many fairies and elementals she […]
Shopping online for love: the problems of dating with Tinder
These days we are used to getting everything almost instantly – even waiting for an app to download or a screen to unfreeze can cause actual anxiety and frustration. Each year, things are moving faster and the pace of life increases. Looking back to the early nineties it was hard to imagine a world where […]