ON MENINGITIS

The Philosopher-in-Residence Blog Series from Make Me A Plan's Principal Planner, Anna Pascoe
18.02.2021.
Exactly one year ago, Storm Ciara was doing her worst, buffeting the British Isles. I was wending my way back from visiting a friend in Cheltenham, and it was a nightmare of a journey, with many trains delayed or cancelled, making what should have been around a 4 hour...
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CONTINUING YOUR PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT

The Working Well Series from Make Me A Plan Productivity Expert, Penny Le Kelly
10.02.2021.
As I write this, I realise the fortunate position I have been in over the last year, remaining in employment. I have friends that have not been so fortunate, whether they have been furloughed, had their hours reduced, had to close their businesses or faced unemployment and...
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SELF LOVE THIS VALENTINES DAY

The Relationship with Self Series from Make Me A Plan's Wellbeing Expert, Tamsin Cain
09.02.2021.
Valentine’s Day is fast approaching - the days roots lie in Roman fertility festivals and for a lot of people is all about celebrating romance and togetherness with their significant other, but for many, Valentine's Day is difficult for many reasons and not a day...
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ON ANTICIPATION

The Philosopher-in-Residence Blog Series from Make Me A Plan's Principal Planner, Anna Pascoe
04.02.2021.
It's often said there's a fine line between love and hate. There's one noun in particular, that is often loaded with one or the other, often without intent or cognisance. Hence, the decision to poke and prod around On Anticipation this...
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DIVERSITY IN DANCE

The Trip The Light Plantastic Series from Make Me A Plan's Positivity Expert, Holly Campbell
02.02.2021.
There’s a common opinion that only people with a particular appearance, body type or ability can dance or be a dancer, when this isn’t true. So, why this is a common opinion? Where are we seeing change to inspire a bigger range of people to...
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WHAT’S YOUR BCP?

The Working Well Series from Make Me A Plan Productivity Expert, Penny Le Kelly
27.01.2021.
No matter what organisation you work for or run, it is important to have a business continuity plan (BCP).    A BCP should include business management procedures, a business continuity strategy and risk assessments. This plan needs involvement from all areas of...
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WILLPOWER

The Relationship with Self Series from Make Me A Plan's Wellbeing Expert, Tamsin Cain
26.01.2021.
Willpower, the magic ingredient also known to us as self-control, self-discipline and restraint.  Willpower is said to be the key to achieving any goal in life, the ONLY ingredient needed to get on that stepladder to success.  We've all convinced ourselves...
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ON FLOURISHING

The Philosopher-in-Residence Blog Series from Make Me A Plan's Principal Planner, Anna Pascoe
21.01.2021.
Can you remember the last time you did anything with a flourish?   Signing on the dotted line - well, holding a pen, particularly with another in witness, has now become Inherently Dangerous.   Making an entrance - well, if you live on your own, you're...
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TAKE UP – DON’T GIVE UP!

The Working Well Series from Make Me A Plan Productivity Expert, Penny Le Kelly
13.01.2021.
Welcome to 2021, how’s it going so far for you? Psychologically a new year is an opportunity to reflect on the previous year and then motivate and look to the future. It’s no coincidence that a lot of people start looking for new roles at the start of the New...
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REFLECTION

The Relationship with Self Series from Make Me A Plan's Wellbeing Expert, Tamsin Cain
12.01.2021.
As the New Year begins, many of us have already made or are at least thinking about the resolutions and/or intentions that we wish to set for the year. Some people seem to pluck resolutions out of thin air with ease but, if you are anything like me, these intentions may not...
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