“Drink Me,” were the words on a label around a bottle. In the story, Alice found this when seeking to get to a most beautiful garden in what we come to know as Wonderland. Her access was temporarily denied because she was too tall for the tunnel that opened onto the garden. Drinking the...
First and Last
First thing this morning the stars were the brightest, clearest, and most numerous I can ever remember seeing… at least since my childhood. That was the start of my day – the first thing. The first thing was magical, inspiring, energising. Last night, after a hard day’s physical work, we collapsed in front of...
What Gets You Energised?
What gets you energised? What gets your atoms jumping? What gets your molecules dancing? What gets your juices flowing? What gets your heart pumping? I like people – occasionally. That’s why good networking can leave me feeling more energised at the close of the event than at the beginning. I like food. I...
The Washing Machine
A friend has used the following phrase so many times recently that it’s got me thinking. She says, “My mind, at night, often goes round and round, like a washing machine.” This is so disturbing that she sometimes has to get up. How well are you able to control and direct your thoughts? Do...
Women in Law v Boys Club
I write this blog with some trepidation, for two reasons. Firstly – there is so much focus in the media (both traditional and social) on the role of women in business. Particularly regarding pay equality and gender representation in senior, executive and board positions. Secondly, and being totally open, I’m quite nervous I’ll say...
10 Tips for Healthy Summer Feet
It’s sandal season, so it’s time to think FEET! Here are my top 10 tips for keeping your feet healthy, pain-free and active this summer. 1) Introduce a good foot hygiene routine Wash and DRY feet, especially between the toes Check for Athlete’s Foot and other infections and treat Change socks/tights daily Wear flip...
Would I have wanted to be Lady Mary?
It takes me an hour to drive to my monthly EBWC meeting. I use that time productively to consider what I might say in my one minute. I know that I am supposed to have prepared this well in advance of the meeting, but I like to link my words of wisdom to current...
Don’t Know Where You’re Heading? Five Game Changing Questions To Move You Forward
Your organisation is going through major change and you’re wondering what the impact will be for you, your job or your next career move. You’re not sure what, if anything, you could do / should do. Anyway, you’re flat out busy and you haven’t got time to do anything except pedal as hard as...
Sherborne Chamber Family BBQ, 19th July
You are invited to the Chamber of Commerce Summer BBQ on July 19th! This year The Toy Barn are kindly hosting us and as they have a fantastic play area for children as well as their infamous Maize Maze you’re welcome to bring your little ones with you. Tickets are £10 for adults or...
Moments of Truth
Imagine transforming an airline business from $30 million of loss into millions in profit within 2 years… and to then being voted, “Airline of the Year.” That’s a dramatic turnaround by anybody’s standards. Well, that’s the story told in, “Moments of Truth,” by Jan Carlzon of SAS – the Scandinavian Airline that has turned...