Remaining focused in an age where our attention spans are at the mercy of a myriad of interruptions, be it breaking news, app notifications, emails from co-workers, or any similar distractions can be tricky. Advancements in technology encourage a mindset that things can always be done quickly. But in reality, a job well done is…
Innovation. A buzz word of modern times. Hardly a day goes by without it catching a headline somewhere and in a world where less of us work in the production of ‘physical products’, its importance is increasing. However, despite it taking the limelight recently, humans have innovated for years; you only have to take a…
In today’s fast moving world, our attention is constantly being grabbed by email, messages, apps and that’s all before we even attempt to do anything productive, creative or effective! So if we’re all at the mercy of so much constant digital distraction, how can you bring any sort of consistency into your day to day…
‘Pacman’, ‘Space Invaders’ and ‘Sonic the Hedgehog’ – all familiar names from the end of the 20th Century. They and many other video games have filled the leisure time (and sometimes study time!) of many a young student. Over the years, video and computer games have become more and more complex and in some countries…
The curtain call – picture this You visit your local theatre to watch the latest production of the latest hit play. As a quiet hush descends on the audience, the heavy red curtain lifts. The scene is set, a grand 18th century ballroom, shining chandeliers, golden edged mirrors & a quiet hum of violins playing…
Scuba divers who spend long periods of time under water commonly use decompression chambers as a way of getting their bodies to return to normal atmospheric conditions after a dive. In doing so, they minimise the risk of getting decompression sickness (also called ‘the bends’), which can be caused by reducing the pressure on ascent…
The late great Russian pianist, Sviatoslav Richter, was undoubtedly one of the greatest pianists of the 20th century. Whilst well renowned for his incredible virtuosity, he was also a master of communication (you only have to listen to one of his legacy recordings, to feel how his performances could really touch an audience). Communication skills…
The Christmas and New Year period is a time when a little bit of sport gives us the opportunity to work off the festive excesses or simply to get a bit of much needed fresh air! But with a packed holiday fixture list for many sports teams, it is also a time that can make…
Pollution of our natural environment is one of the most debated and controversial issues of recent times, with far reaching consequences for our planet. However, there’s also another type of pollution that has a huge impact on business, work and study. In this article, we examine this often overlooked aspect of pollution and why it’s…
Cinema and theatre-goers amongst you will have witnessed acting that is exaggerated to provide a certain effect; for example, comic or dramatic. But when the actor overdoes things, it can come across as false, pretentious, unrealistic… or just plain old bad acting! But bad acting or ‘ham acting’ (as it is often called), applies not…
