Writing and researching Stuff every week has introduced me to some incredible ideas, when I hit issue #100, I documented some of them. For #200 I'm capturing the next set. Some are mine; some aren’t but all are fantastic advice for a decent and productive life.
TWIL
TWIL #32
Every week, I share something I learned in the previous seven days.
MicroStuff
Microstuff: Wellbeing
Small Prompts, Big Results: Ten more Microprompts to increase your wellbeing.
Career
Mastering the STAR model for success in interviews
Using the STAR model can help you structure your interview responses for success. This simple framework keeps you organised and makes your answers clear and impactful.
Media
Media Gluttony - July 2024
The summer has been lighter for movies at the cinema, but the box sets have been excellent.
Here's a roundup of my media diet in May, June and July
Career
More feedback tips: Using the COIN model.
Effective feedback is the currency of personal and professions growth. The COIN model is another straightforward and effective way to deliver feedback
Newsletter
👓 Stuff #199 - Credibility and Confidence
Level up as a leader AND a consigliere, and work on your decision making toolkit. Stop getting overwhelmed at work AND figure out how to be more visible. Learn you Olympic sport and play a daily movie game that will test your knowledge.
MicroStuff
Microstuff: Productivity 1
Get Better, Fast: Ten Microprompts to help your productivity...
Career
How to make good decisions. Start by building a good toolkit.
Making good decisions is crucial. Better decisions lead to better outcomes. Great decision making is a skill that can be developed with practice and some simple tools.
TWIL
TWIL #31
Every week, I share something I learned in the previous seven days.
Consiglieri, Leading from the Shadows by Richard Hytner
In 'Consiglieri', Richard Hytner offers a new angle on what it means to be a leader.
Newsletter
👓 Stuff #198 - what the art?
Master the video interview with some great tips, and learn what people get wrong about imposter syndrome. How to spot if you are a workaholic, and find your minimum effective dose. Read seven rules from Einstein, and finally play an arty game!
TWIL
TWIL #30
Every week, I share something I learned in the previous seven days.
Interviews
How to maximise your impact in a Video Conference Job Interview
I'm continuing my series on interviews, with some tips on how to successfully navigate the video call. Either a screening, video submission or full interview - there are ways you can maximise your impact.
Newsletter
👓 Stuff #197 - The Tao of Stuff
Lock in some great questions to ask in an interview, and continue to develop your listening skills. Learn about the important body language cues you might miss in the workplace and how time shielding can help you. Finally, play a new version of rock, paper, scissors that will keep you thinking!
Interviews
21 Great Questions to Ask in Interviews
I've interviewed hundreds of people. I'm often surprised that people do not have questions ready for me.
I've compiled a list of SOME of the best questions to ask, and what insight you might get if you ask.
TWIL
TWIL #29
Every week, I share something I learned in the previous seven days.
