Monthly Archives: January 2011

Women, an economic force in more ways than one

“Forget China, India and the Internet: [global] economic growth is driven by women” quote from the Economist in 2006 If you are running a business, there are 3 SIMPLE things worth bearing in mind: Women in business have become really … Continue reading

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Blue (misery) Monday, or blue-sky thinking?

According to a psychologist, last week was the most depressing of the year with misery levels hitting rock bottom in the 3rd Monday of January known as “Blue Monday”. This apparently is down to a variety of factors conspiring to … Continue reading

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Happy New Year, happy new resolutions?

New year, new thoughts, new plans. I love this time of year when the demands of the Christmas season are over I move into a more reflective mood. As always at this time of year there is the inevitable debate … Continue reading

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Out with the Old, in with the New (Year)

On 13 December, I travelled to a festive London to attend a European Mentoring and Coaching Council reception courtesy of Ernst & Young at 1 More London Place in an area of spectacular contemporary architecture. City Hall could be seen … Continue reading

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