ON SMALL

The Philosopher-in-Residence Blog Series from Make Me A Plan's Principal Planner, Anna Pascoe
05.12.2024.
Don’t sweat the small stuff. That used to be part of my online dating bio, back in the day. Much has changed and this Philosopher-in-Residence is now consciously coupled and prone to sweating small stuff on occasion. How do you figure out what is overthinking and what...
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STEP INTO CHRISTMAS...

The Working Well Series, from Make Me A Plan Productivity Expert, Pen Le Kelly
27.11.2024.
Christmas seems to get earlier every year, doesn’t it?! Some of my colleagues put up their trees and decorations in mid-November – that's far too early for me, but hey each to their own and if it brings them joy, then I say go for it! In this...
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ON ROTA

The Philosopher-in-Residence Blog Series from Make Me A Plan's Principal Planner, Anna Pascoe
21.11.2024.
“I don’t have time for this!” How many times have you heard that, felt that in your head, exclaimed that out loud recently? Modern life is BUSY. Not by any innate design, or mandatory component. Just because, as complexities of home or work life expanded,...
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HOW WORKPLACES CAN SUPPORT AND COMMUNICATE WITH COLLEAGUES DURING MAJOR WORLD EVENTS

The Working Well Series, from Make Me A Plan Productivity Expert, Pen Le Kelly
13.11.2024.
In today’s interconnected world, major events in the UK and abroad can ripple through our professional lives, impacting not just businesses but also the wellbeing of employees. The recent UK budget announcement and the US election have shown us just how impactful...
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ON NOVELTY

The Philosopher-in-Residence Blog Series from Make Me A Plan's Principal Planner, Anna Pascoe
07.11.2024.
Regular fans of plans will know that from time to time, this blog goes FULL PSEUD’S CORNER. This edition is one of those occasions. I’ve been reading Edmund Burke’s A Philosophical Inquiry into the Origin of Our Ideas of the Sublime and Beautiful....
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MOVEMBER: WHY MEN'S HEALTH AWARENESS MONTH MATTERS IN THE WORKPLACE

The Working Well Series, from Make Me A Plan Productivity Expert, Pen Le Kelly
30.10.2024.
November isn’t just a time for bonfires and early Christmas shopping – it’s also a chance to shine a spotlight on men’s health through Movember. Movember is an annual event where men grow moustaches to raise awareness of critical health issues,...
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MANAGEMENT VERSUS LEADERSHIP: UNDERSTANDING THE KEY DIFFERENCES FOR THE NEXT GENERATION

The Working Well Series, from Make Me A Plan Productivity Expert, Pen Le Kelly
16.10.2024.
In today’s evolving workplace, the terms "management" and "leadership" are often used interchangeably, but they represent two distinct approaches to guiding people and organisations. While both are crucial to business success, understanding the difference is especially...
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ON AI

The Philosopher-in-Residence Blog Series from Make Me A Plan's Principal Planner, Anna Pascoe
10.10.2024.
Everyone’s talking about AI. Or are they? My favourite newspaper (no paid partnership, message to ask if you want to know!) has an AI editor now and you can barely turn a couple of pages without seeing another article about it. Browsers and “free” platforms...
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CYBERSECURITY MONTH 2024: HOW SMALL BUSINESSES CAN STAY SAFE ONLINE

The Working Well Series, from Make Me A Plan Productivity Expert, Pen Le Kelly
02.10.2024.
October marks Cybersecurity Awareness Month 2024, and it’s a great time for small businesses to take a closer look at their digital defences. This year’s theme, “Secure Our World,” emphasises the importance of taking proactive steps to safeguard data,...
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SUPPORTING COLLEAGUES DURING NATIONAL SUICIDE PREVENTION MONTH

The Working Well Series, from Make Me A Plan Productivity Expert, Pen Le Kelly
18.09.2024.
September marks National Suicide Prevention Month, a vital time to highlight the importance of mental health and the role we all play in supporting one another. In the UK, suicide is a significant public health issue, with data from the Office for National Statistics (ONS)...
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