Category Archives: Blog posts
An upstream creative solution to the Banking crisis
If, as discussed last week, the Eurozone is a mish-mash of politics and economics, then the banking crisis is even more of a hot potato. On the one hand, the word ‘bank’ comes fraught with vitriol. On the … Continue reading
An upstream creative solution to the Euro crisis
We are surrounded by news of the Eurozone. But what positive solutions have we offered by way of Big Society neighbourly help? Or have we just covered our own backsides? I am proud that our country punches above its weight … Continue reading
When, even if you are right, you are wrong
This is the last of my trilogy on what can happen if your boss gets in the way of your good work – and the consequences of his of her exacting revenge at the threat you have become. The … Continue reading
The better you do, the worse it gets
Further to my last post where I showed how my boss was holding back the best interests of the company we were working for, there follows the human problem I have experienced of how to overcome this tricky situation. You … Continue reading
The affliction of intellectuals who see all sides of an argument
Last week, I read the obituary of former Cabinet Minister, Sir Timothy Raison. He served under Edward Heath and Margaret Thatcher, apparently ‘gaining a reputation as the keeper of the party’s conscience on such issues as immigration, refugees, child benefit … Continue reading
Leadership – Be Driven. Be Smart. Be Human.
I have been thinking about ‘Leadership’ as a topic for this post. What a nightmare. The thought occurred with wry amusement that the ‘Leadership for a Better Britain’ theme at the Conservative Party Conference was followed, within days, by the … Continue reading
Catch-22 of a rotten political system
It is legitimate to discuss political parties as brands. After three weeks of party Conferences, the Liberal Democrats, Labour and Conservative parties have shown the world their wares and their performance has been open to debate (sic). I understand the … Continue reading
Conservatives a careless brand
First published on Brand Republic on 6 Oct 2011 Last week, I dutifully recorded Ed Miliband’s speech at the Labour Conference. I watched it in the evening and stayed up late writing my post only to find that, apart from … Continue reading
Liberal Democrats a compromised brand
First published on Brand Republic on 22/09/11 It is Party Conference time, which really is a silly season. I have never been to one and cannot imagine doing so. The tone of voice seems so false and obsequious, I think … Continue reading