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We share our top 10 tips for planning train travel in the UK and Europe in 2025, drawing on our extensive experience travelling by rail throughout these regions. • Do your homework by researching routes, operators, and realistic itineraries• Consider the time of year, mobility needs, and whether the journey itself is part of your holiday• Book tickets in advance for the best prices, weighing flexibility against savings• Evaluate whether rail passes like Eurail or BritRail make financial sense for your specific journey• Understand seat reservation rules, which are optional in the UK but often mandatory in Europe• Pack light with luggage you can easily lift onto trains and store on overhead racks• Familiarise yourself with station layouts before travel to reduce stress and avoid missed connections• Compare first class versus standard class, as sometimes the price difference is minimal• Plan your onward journey carefully, considering transfer times and strategically located accommodations• Consider sleeper trains for overnight journeys to save time and accommodation costs• Bonus tip: Research scenic routes that offer spectacular views and unique travel experiencesFor UK train travel planning, check out Doug's ebook Guide to UK Train Travel. Contact us via SpeakPipe with your questions or to inquire about Doug's train itinerary planning services.Show Notes - Episode 54

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Joining Dr Louise on this week's episode is Victoria Faulkner, who was diagnosed with type one diabetes in childhood. Victoria talks about day to day life managing menopause and diabetes, as well as her experiences of a surgical menopause due to treatment for endometriosis. Finally she shares the three things she thinks women with type one diabetes should know about hormonal health, and what has helped her personally: Familiarise yourself with the NICE guidelines on diabetes and see what you can access to monitor your diabetes Use a body map to track your symptoms ahead of any appointments you have to help discussions on any symptoms you might be experiencing Ask your healthcare professional for a continuous glucose monitor to help monitor your blood sugars and spot any patterns, and if possible, push for a sensor augmented pump system to monitor any highs or lows. For more information on Newson Health, click here. Dr Louise Newson's first-ever live theatre tour, Hormones and Menopause – The Great Debate, takes place 27 September to 12 November. For more information and tickets, click here.

Send us a textEvery country has its fair share of corporate failures. Afterwards, It is easy to point towards governance. Reflection and learning are essential. In this podcast, you hear from someone who has a critical governance role In Germany. You gain insights into the issues discussed and the perspectives of someone who hears daily from all players in the market - regulators, state officials, top managers, board members, the media and the general public. Dr Sabine Dembkowski, Founder and Managing Partner of Better Boards, discusses current trends in German Corporate Governance with Dr. Cordula Heldt, Head of Corporate Governance and Company Law at the German Share Institute (Deutsches Aktieninstitut).  She is also Head of the Secretariat to the Commission on the German Corporate Governance Code (Regierungskommission Deutscher Corporate Governance Kodex).  “Every declaration that you have to do is actually about nudging boards to do the work”Cordula opens with Germany's recent significant corporate failures, notably the Wirecard scandal, which led to new regulations concerning corporate governance.  Following the Wirecard case, German lawmakers introduced stricter requirements for risk management, internal control systems, and auditor regulations.  “Every declaration that you have to do is actually about nudging boards to do the work”However, despite the complaints about the administrative burden, Cordula believes the value of these declarations lies in their ability to nudge boards into taking their responsibilities seriously.  By requiring formal declarations, boards are compelled to examine their risk management and internal control systems closely – and this scrutiny is not only limited to financial reporting but extends to the entire governance framework.  The intent is to ensure that supervisory board members ask the right questions and engage more deeply with these systems.  “As a board chair, you're looking for people that you can propose to the board and the general meeting that can fill the whole seat”One effective approach some companies adopt, which Cordula notes, is reporting on the different levels of expertise within the board.  This means acknowledging that not every board member starts with the same level of knowledge, especially in specialised areas.  She believes this trend toward acknowledging and communicating different expertise levels supports more effective board development and governance.“Of course, they think it's burdensome, but everybody knows the alternative is regulation” Cordula advises bringing directors and policymakers closer together to create better boards.  She also understands that while directors generally support the code, they often find it burdensome, although they recognise that the more stringent regulation alternative could be worse.  She explains that one approach that has been effective (at least in Germany) is the practice of direct engagement, as Clara Christina Streit, the new chair of the German Code Commission, has implemented.  She started her tenure with a "listening tour." The three top takeaways from our conversation for effective boards are:1.      Familiarise yourself with the ongoing governance debates, focusing on principle-based and effective governance.  This will help you better navigate and meet reporting expectations.2.     Be aware of the potential expectation gaps in corporate reporting.  Understanding these gaps can help you align reporting practices with expectations of stakeholders and regulators.3.     Consider the board a cohesive team that must work together to ask the right questions and prevent governance failures.  

Any worker wishing to have access to a withdrawal benefit of 30-thousand rands should have a total value of at least R300 000 in value in their retirement fund account by the by August the 31st. This is according to financial experts who have been on a path of explaining the much talked about two-spot retirement system which will kick in on the 1st of September. Sakina Kamwendo spoke to Business Development Support Specialist from Glacier by Sanlam, Palesa Mokoena 

How many Spanish filler words do you know? These handy words can help you blend in with the locals when engaging in conversations. Familiarise yourself with some of them in this episode of the Coffee Break Spanish Show! Prefer to watch these lessons? You can do exactly that for free on Coffee Break TV, and download the episodes to your device so you can access them on the go. Or, you can head to our Coffee Break Spanish YouTube channel to access the video version of each podcast episode there. Remember to subscribe to our channel so that you don't miss an episode.That's not all... each episode of the Show is accompanied by a blog article to increase your understanding of the topics covered.➡️ Click the link to access the blog article and worksheet that accompany this lesson ⬅️ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

One of the biggest music awards in the UK and Ireland, the Mercury Prize has revealed their shortlisted albums for 2023-24, and on this week's Yellow Brit Road, we took a deep dive into what makes each album a contender. Familiarise yourself with the shortlist with this week's show, and look mighty smart to your friends in September. Music by other artists played today too, all in all: Razorlight, Towa Bird, Crystalline, Corinne Bailey Rae, A.R.T., English Teacher, Blue Goose, Beth Gibbons, Yannis & The Yaw, Cat Burns, Charli xcx, Nia Archives, Barry Can't Swim, corto.alto, Ghetts, CMAT, Duck Thieves, Shiv and the Carvers, Lambrini Girls. Find this week's playlist here. Do try and support artists directly! Touch that dial and tune in live! We're on at CFRC 101.9 FM in Kingston, or on cfrc.ca, Sundays 8 to 9:30 PM! Get in touch with the show for requests, submissions, giving feedback or anything else: email yellowbritroad@gmail.com, Twitter @⁠YellowBritCFRC⁠, IG @⁠yellowbritroad⁠. PS: submissions, cc music@cfrc.ca if you'd like other CFRC DJs to spin your music on their shows as well. Like what we do? Donate to help keep our 101-year old station going!

Ours to Protect is a unique and exciting audio project – a collaboration of local and regional broadcasters from across the country who have come together to tackle climate change, champion climate action, and inform and educate audiences all over Ireland about how they can make a difference. Today on ‘Ours To Protect' John Morley talks to Dr Therese Conway, Assistant Professor and Director of the MA Planning and Development in the University of Galway about the importance of planning and its role in tackling climate change.   Did you know… Planning on both local and national levels will be vital if Ireland is to meet its ambitious climate targets? Proactive steps like investing in renewable energy and improving infrastructure resilience are cheaper than reacting to disasters caused by extreme weather events? A 2021 study by the World Bank found that adaptation costs could reach $300 billion annually by 2030 without proper planning? Why are planners so important in tackling climate change? Planners guide how our cities, towns and landscapes develop, They create plans and policies that influence building projects infrastructure investment and land use. Planners can help communities adapt to changing conditions by identifying vulnerable areas, implementing flood defences, and promoting natural infrastructure solutions like wetlands and forests. Climate change is a complex challenge with long-term impacts. Planners are trained to consider the future consequences of today's decisions, and this promotes long-term thinking on climate change. What can I do to help support planners who are tackling climate change? Staying educated and in the loop on climate issues in your local community. Familiarise yourself with your local authorities climate action plan. Galway City Council's can be found on their website. Attend public meetings where local authorities discuss climate planning and voice your opinion. Here's a few websites if you want to know more! Galway City Council – Climate Action Plan https://www.galwaycity.ie/climate-action-plan University of Galway – Sustainability Policy https://www.universityofgalway.ie/media/sustainability/files/Policy-QA205---Climate-Action-and-Sustainability-Policy--Final.pdf ATU's Sustainability Centre https://www.gmit.ie/about/sustainability For more info go over to galwaybayfm.ie, click on Our to Protect image on home page. You could try out the  ‘Ecological Footprint' calculator and you can take a quick survey. ‘Ours To Protect' brought to you by Galway Bay fm, the IBI and funded by Coimisiún na Meán with the television licence fee – check out ‘ours to protect.ie for more info.

In this episode, Stuart and Mena share tips on how to read a set of financial statements. Familiarise yourself with the 2 to 3 main statements being a profit and loss, balance sheet, trading statements. Profit and loss will give you an insight into the cost structure and profitability of the business. The balance sheet tells you about the health of the business. Cash flow consideration – focus on operating cash flow. Calculate key financial ratios and compare periods and look for warning signs such as declining revenue, increasing debt levels, or inconsistent cash flow. Consider industry benchmarks. If this episode resonated with you, I'd love to hear your thoughts! Sharing your feedback on your favourite podcast platform helps me expand my reach and connect with more incredible listeners like you. Thank you deeply for being a part of this journey! To subscribe to our weekly email: https://www.prosolution.com.au/stay-connected/ SPECIAL OFFER: Buy a one of Stuart's books for ONLY $20 including delivery. Use the discount code blog here: https://prosolution.com.au/books. Work with Stuart & Mena's team: At ProSolution Private Clients we encourage clients to adopt a holistic and evidence-based approach when making financial decisions. To accomplish this, our multidisciplinary team of experts collaborate extensively on behalf of our clients, ensuring thorough exploration of all potential opportunities. This collaborative method enhances the value we deliver to our clients. Visit: https://prosolution.com.au. Follow us on socials: Stuart: Twitter/X: https://twitter.com/StuartWemyss and LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/stuartwemyss/ Mena: LinkedIn: ...

Rains Retreat teachings from 20th of July to 5th of October 2011. Teachings given by the abbot Ajahn Brahm at Bodhinyana Monastery in Serpentine (southeast of Perth, Western Australia). The main audience was the Sangha.   Track 5/10: Recognise, Familiarise Ease  – 17th August 2011. See the full set here. Please support the BSWA in making teachings available for free online via Patreon. To find and download more precious Dhamma teachings, visit the BSWA teachings page: https://bswa.org/teachings/, choose the teaching you want and click on the audio to open it up on Podbean.

Climate change poses an existential risk to child health and is exacerbating health inequalities. But, paediatricians can play an important role in sharing information and advocating for action. Dr Helen Stewart and Dr Alex Lemaigre introduce the College's new toolkit for paediatricians. Our first tool helps you understand how climate change impacts on children and young people's health and exacerbates health inequalities. And our second equips you to influence climate change policy locally, regionally and nationally. Alex and Helen talk about why paediatricians have a role in addressing health inequalities impacted by climate change. And they provide advice on how to start conversations with key decision makers to address this.  "With climate change affecting food production globally plus the energy crisis and everything else, those households who have more limited income are going to really struggle to maintain the same level of food quality and/or quantity. And that brings all of its own health problems – be that malnutrition, obesity... Familiarise yourself with things locally - you know, if there are food banks or third sector kind of organisations that might be able to help support a household with getting food on the table." - Dr Alex Lemaigre In this episode, Alex and Helen refer to a condition called eco-anxiety. We now use a preferred term, eco distress. Download full transcript (PDF) See our toolkit and take action at www.rcpch.ac.uk/ShiftTheDialOnClimateChange You can listen to other RCPCPH Podcasts episodes on this topic: Child health inequalities part 1 - Talking with families Child health inequalities part 2 - interviews with two quality improvement projects Our voices: young people and climate change  

The ability to communicate your ideas clearly and compellingly is an invaluable skill. Whether you're presenting in a boardroom, lecturing in a classroom, speaking to a large audience, or even preparing course content, your message's impact relies on your presentation skills. To help you convey your ideas like a seasoned professional, we've covered seven essential presentation tips in this podcast that will improve your chances of making a lasting impression on your audience. 1. Know Your Audience The foundation of any successful presentation is a deep understanding of your audience. Start by creating customer personas or profiling your students to grasp their interests, expectations, and knowledge levels. Tailor your message accordingly to ensure it resonates with your audience. If you're unsure about your audience, consider conducting surveys or feedback sessions to gather insights and address their needs effectively. 2. Structure Is Key Effective presentations follow a clear and concise structure. Begin with a compelling hook, such as a startling question or a fascinating fact, to engage your audience from the start. Organise the body of your presentation into three main points or sections, as people tend to remember information presented in sets of three. Conclude by summarising your key points and offering a compelling call to action or a memorable final thought. 3. Utilise Visual Aids Wisely Visual aids, such as slides, charts, infographics, and images, can enhance your presentation's impact. However, use them judiciously and ensure they are simple, relevant, and free of clutter. Visual aids should complement your message, not overshadow it. Consider tools like Canva or PowerPoint for interactive elements but don't let them dominate your presentation. Engage your audience by incorporating drawings or interactive elements that connect with your message. 4. Make Eye Contact Establishing eye contact with your audience is crucial for building credibility and connection. It allows you to gauge your audience's understanding and adjust your delivery based on their reactions. Encourage engagement through questions and interactive sessions, which not only keep your audience involved but also provide valuable insights for improving your presentation. 5. Rehearse Thoroughly Practice makes perfect. Familiarise yourself with your material, test your technology, and present with confidence. Practice your presentation aloud, paying particular attention to any challenging sections. If possible, rehearse in front of a trusted colleague or a small audience to gather feedback. Familiarity and practice breed confidence and improve your overall performance. 6. Manage Nerves Effectively It's natural to feel nervous before a presentation. Instead of letting anxiety overwhelm you, channel that energy into enthusiasm. Listen to motivating music, practice deep breathing, or engage in calming activities to ease your nerves. Remember, the focus should be on your message and how it benefits your audience, not on your own anxiety. 7. Handle Questions with Confidence A successful presentation often leads to questions. Be prepared for them by anticipating potential questions and having confident responses ready. Listen attentively, and if you don't know the answer, commit to following up with a concise and compelling response. Guide your audience towards further resources or information as needed. Conclusion In conclusion, mastering the art of effective presentation is an essential skill that can open doors to countless opportunities. By knowing your audience, structuring your content, using visual aids effectively, making eye contact, rehearsing thoroughly, managing nervousness, and handling questions confidently, you can elevate your presentation game and leave a lasting impact on your audience. Remember that presentation skills are continuously evolving, and seeking feedback after each presentation is key to improvement. Whether you're speaking to a large audience or connecting with a small group, each presentation is a valuable chance to refine your skills and make a meaningful impact on your audience. Highlights [00:00:34] Introduction to the seven tips for presenting ideas effectively. [00:00:47] Tip 1: Know your audience, including understanding their interests, expectations, and knowledge level. [00:01:08] Tip 2: Emphasise the importance of structuring your presentation with a hook, three main points, and a compelling conclusion. [00:02:43] Tip 3: Use visual aids such as slides, charts, and photos to illustrate key points effectively. [00:03:37] Tip 4: Make eye contact with your audience, establish credibility, and engage with them through interactive sessions. [00:04:27] Tip 5: Rehearse your presentation, familiarise yourself with the material, and practice in front of trusted colleagues or small audiences. [00:05:04] Tip 6: Manage nervousness by transforming it into enthusiasm through various techniques like music, deep breathing, and focusing on the message. [00:05:54] Tip 7: Handle questions effectively, be prepared for questions, listen attentively, admit when you don't know the answer, and commit to follow-up. Resources Canva http://snip.ly/canva30pro  PowerPoint https://snip.ly/Microsoft365  The Marketing Circle https://enevergroup.thinkific.com/bundles/MarketingCircle 

Andzej Gavriss is a multi award-winning director originally hailing from Northern Europe - Latvia. Graduated from the University of Audio Visual Arts in 2015, Director has already cultivated a strong body of work that showcases his incredible appetite for experimental filmmaking. Gavriss work has won a Grand Prize at CLIO, GOLD for Direction at CLIO, Silver at Cannes Lions, Gold Screen at YDA 2020, Wooden Pencil for Direction at D&AD, Gold at Cresta Awards for outstanding direction, Gold at UKMV. In this conversation we discuss his artistic process, discover his sources of inspiration, and explore the stories he's passionate about sharing.Familiarise yourself with Andzej's work here - https://www.andzejgavriss.com/Work discussed:MALARIA - https://vimeo.com/432240051UPROOTED | UNHCR - https://vimeo.com/719828405AIGEL - You're born - https://vimeo.com/397187405

Welcome to Episode 4 of the Critical Alpha Methodology podcast, where we explore how to successfully navigate the job search process and how to find a fulfilling career post-military. Transitioning into the civilian workforce can be challenging, but with the right strategies and mindset, you can discover exciting opportunities that align with your skills and goals.   In this episode, we'll provide a step-by-step approach to help you navigate the job search process effectively. Here is a brief summary of some of the points that we cover off on:   1.    Identify your skillset and list your top 10 skills. This will enable you to explore unconventional job opportunities and build a network. 2.   Set up profiles on LinkedIn, Seek, and other job search websites, and convert military language to civilian terminology. This will help employers understand your value. 3.    Build your network by reaching out to old friends, colleagues, and other veterans who have made the transition. Their insights and connections can be invaluable. 4.    Familiarise yourself with the job market by searching for roles. Connect your skills with the qualifications listed and identify any gaps for additional training if needed. 5.    Consider organisations like With You With Me that offer extra training and support for veterans seeking to enhance their skills. 6.    Tailor your resume to highlight relevant skills and experiences for each job application. Show employers how your military background translates into valuable assets. 7.    Network effectively by attending events, conducting research, being authentic, and following up. Meaningful connections can lead to new opportunities. 8.   Be flexible and open to different job types and industries. This widens your chances of finding the right job that aligns with your skills and long-term goals. 9.   Translate your military experience into civilian language and address potential employer biases. Effective communication and dispelling misconceptions will enhance your chances of success.   Join us in this episode as we guide you through the intricacies of the job search process, providing valuable insights to help you find a fulfilling career post-military. With the right strategies and determination, you can unlock endless possibilities. Let's dive in and navigate your path to success.   Download the Critical Alpha Methodology App from Apple and Google Play to start adjusting your angle of attach today. Learn more about the Critical Alpha mindset, by purchasing our book, available from our website www.criticalalpha.com and from Amazon in Paperback and Kindle.   Connect with us on Socials by searching Critical Alpha on LinkedIn, or Instagram by searching @criticalalphamethodology

Je te parle de 9 conseils ou techniques pour travailler ta compréhension orale. Bien sûr, ce n'est pas une baguette magique, améliorer la compréhension demande du travail et c'est un processus long, pour les raisons que j'ai expliquées dans l'épisode précédent. Mais c'est aussi un exercice satisfaisant parce que tu peux vraiment constater tes progrès au fur et à mesure que tu accèdes à des audio de plus en plus variés et de plus en plus complexes. En résumé: Écoute vraiment et activement Trouve les bonnes ressources pour pratiquer (écoute l'épisode pour les critères) Pratique souvent et inclus une pratique active Lis et écoute en même temps Apprends à utiliser le contexte Construis ton endurance Familiarise-toi avec certains points de grammaire et de syntaxe Entraîne-toi à ne pas traduire Apprends à te concentrer sur le sens et à te faire confiance En conclusion: pourquoi avancer ta compréhension orale te permettra d'apprendre plus vite à parler la langue en conversation (même si tu fais des erreurs) Rejoins l'espace Patreon pour accéder aux fiches de vocabulaire des épisodes: https://www.patreon.com/cathyintro⁠ Transcription disponible: https://francais.mypolyglotlife.com/2023/03/23/comment-ameliorer-comprehension-orale-francais-9-conseils/ Liens Programme Feuille de Route: https://my-polyglot-life-with-cathy.thinkific.com/courses/coaching-2-semaines-pour-construire-ta-feuille-de-route-vers-le-niveau-superieur Blog post on Comprehensible Input to learn languages Free guide to improve your listening skills using subtitled videos or transcripts: recevoir le guide S'inscrire à la newsletter --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/mypolyglotlife/support

At this time of year, many ambitious professionals sign up to education programmes to take their career to the next level. Here's a guide on how to choose the right course for you and make the most of it once you've signed up. How to choose the right online course for you: Familiarise yourself with the instructor's work and point of view Invest your time and energy before you invest your money. If the instructor has a podcast, listen to it. If they have written articles, read them.  See who the instructor's community of students is and see if they inspire you. Be aware of the pricing: if it seems too good to be true, it often is. Take courses that have case studies because we learn best from stories. To get the most out of a course: Set aside a regular time in your week as your class time, as if you were going to a real university lecture. When you are taking the course, regularly ask yourself: what insight did I get from this? By doing this, you take responsibility for your own learning and results. Do what the instructor tells you to do. You paid for their expertise, so use it!   ----- If you like learning about how tech products and profits get made, you'll like our newsletter. It's funny too. Sign up here. -----   Tech for Non-Techies clients  Reach senior leadership positions in Big Tech firms Lead digital transformation in established businesses Create tech businesses as non-technical founders Pivot into careers in venture capital If you want to have a great career in the Digital Age, then APPLY FOR A CONSULTATION CALL.   What happens when you apply for a consultation call: Sophia and her team will look through your application. If they genuinely think Sophia could help you, you will get a link to her calendar.. You will have a 20 – 30 minute call to discuss your goals and see if you are a good fit for each other.  If we establish that Tech for Non-Techies courses + coaching could help you and believe we would enjoy working together, we will discuss a relevant approach to suit you. The aim of the call is not to sell you on anything that is not right for you. We both win if you get results, but we both lose if you don't. We love hearing from our readers and listeners. So if you have questions about the content or working with us, just get in touch on info@techfornontechies.co   Say hi to Sophia on Twitter and follow her on LinkedIn. Following us on Facebook, Instagram and TikTok will make you smarter. 

Welcome back to MRCPI Bedside, hosted by Dr. Christine Condon and Dr. Harry Economos. This is part one of our how to guide on passing your long cases. How to guide: 1.  Get to know the layout and timing early on. Check out the RCPI page here for more information. 2.  Familiarise yourself with medical conditions from the following conditions >>> Cardiology, Respiratory, Abdominal, Endocrine, Dermatology, Neurology and Rheumatology. 3.  Take each clinical encounter as the admitting doctor in ED as a mock run for your long cases. 4.  Time yourself from the very start. 5.  Don't underestimate the value of a systems review. 6.  Keep your examination focused. 7.  Do a mock long case. 8.  Reference a book when practicing to ensure that you're not missing anything big. We recommend Rupa Bessant's ‘The Pocketbook for PACES'. Access it here. 9.  Check out or sign up to Pastest here, an online resource, that will provide you not only with hundreds of videos with real life patients with physical signs but also model physical exams, example questions and answers to prepare you for exam day. 10.  At the time of uploading this podcast, there are COVID-19 specific changes to the exam. More information here. This is subject to change. For more information, get in touch with us at mcrpibedside@gmail.com or via our Twitter @mrcpibedside. Show music: Stepping on Lego. Forward any enquiries to SteppingOnLegoBand@gmail.com. Consultant Lead: Professor Declan Byrne

Earlier this year NSW DPI detected Varroa mite in surveillance hives at the Port of Newcastle, and then subsequent areas following more hive inspections. NSW DPI then released the Biosecurity (Varroa mite) Emergency Order 2022 in an attempt to eradicate this parasite that has the potential to seriously impact the Australian Honeybee Industry. This week we chat to Ben Moore from Ben's Bees (our resident bee guru) to get the latest updates on the Varroa Mite outbreak status, we chat about the biology of this parasite, the lead up to where we are now, the future of our honey bee industry but more importantly what our obligations as pest managers are. What can and should we be doing to prevent the spread of Varroa Mite. This episode is a must listen for any pest manager that deals with bees and especially if you are based in NSW! Familiarise yourself with the Varroa mite emergency zone map and get the latest updates here- https://www.dpi.nsw.gov.au/emergencies/biosecurity/current-situation/varroa-mite-emergency-response https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/pestie-profiles/id1586241937

In this episode, Steve details how to reward your employees with bonuses as yearly payments, achievement rewards or time off. He points out the possible pitfalls of bonuses and how your employee's personal circumstances, culture and family can all affect the appropriateness of the types of rewards you offer. KEY TAKEAWAYS In some cultures, bonuses are expected or even mandated by law. Familiarise yourself with this to avoid causing resentment and possibly damaging your rapport with your employees. Structure your bonuses to reward for more work, longer hours and loyalty to your company. Put 10% of your wage bill aside so whatever financial circumstances bring you can still provide your staff with their expected bonuses. Reward the whole team when they do well. Make sure everyone beyond sales also receives a bonus for success. Try offering bonus days off based on the number of hours worked. Those days can then be used however your employees wish bypassing any difficulties caused by differences in national bank holidays, illness and personal fatigue. BEST MOMENTS 'If you don’t do the same as everyone else there may be ill-feeling.’ ‘We want people to stick around and we don’t want it to seem like we don’t care for the people that give us their loyalty.’ ‘It’s a really good way to celebrate the successes we have in the business, that is driving the business forward and giving those people the careers they want.’ 'It’s not just the sale that made the sale.’ 'If I was a Swedish person working for a British company and they forced me to work on the 24th and gave me the 25th off i'd be pretty annoyed.’ VALUABLE RESOURCES Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/SystemsAndOutsourcing/ Website: https://systemsandoutsourcing.com/welcome-1 YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/drsteveday ABOUT THE HOST Steve used to be a slave to his business but when he moved to Sweden in 2015, he was forced to change the way he worked. He switched to running his businesses remotely and after totally nailing this concept he decided to spend his time helping other small business owners do the same. Steve’s been investing in property since 2002, has a degree in Computing, and worked as a doctor in the NHS before quitting to focus full-time on sharing his systems and outsourcing Methodology with the world. He now lives in Sweden and runs his UK-based businesses remotely with the help of his team of Filipino and UK-based Virtual Assistants. Most business owners are overwhelmed because they don't know how to create systems or get the right help. Our systems and outsourcing Courses and coaching programme will help you automate your business and work effectively with affordable virtual assistants. That way, you will stop feeling overwhelmed and start making more money. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ep 23: Kayleigh's Love StoryKayleigh Haywood began speaking to Luke Harlow, a man she had never met, on 31 October 2015.Over the course of two weeks they exchanged 2643 messages. Harlow told the 15-year-old all the things many teenage girls want to hear. He told her she was beautiful, how much he cared for her and that she was special.Harlow was grooming Kayleigh, along with two other young girls he had also been speaking to. It was Kayleigh that finally agreed to his request to spend the night with him on Friday 13 November 2015.The following day she was introduced to Harlow's neighbour, Stephen Beadman. In the early hours of Sunday 15 November, having been held against her will by the pair, Kayleigh was raped and murdered by Beadman.Beadman was sentenced in July 2016 to a minimum of 35 years in prison for Kayleigh's murder.Harlow was given 12 years for grooming and false imprisonment.Kayleigh's legacy and the impact of the film  It was important to Kayleigh's family that her memory lives on and the brutal murder of the 15-year-old never happens again.Her story is a warning to other children of the dangers of speaking to strangers online and how quick online grooming can happen.The film has proven to be Leicestershire Police's most successful ever campaign. It has been seen by thousands of children in schools across the country and millions of people worldwide online.It was has won multiple awards and most importantly has encouraged many children to come forward and speak up about abuse and unwanted online communication.Kayleigh's legacy ensures the safeguarding of children from all forms of exploitation remains in the public domain.What can I do? Children and young people need to understand the importance of staying safe online.Make online safety an ongoing conversation. Talk regularly to them about how they use technology and find out what they enjoy doing online. If you are not sure where to begin, have a look for conversation starters. There are also tools available to help manage devices used by children, such as parental controls which can help protect a child from seeing inappropriate content online.Take a look at the Parents' Guide to Technology for further information.There are also signs that may indicate a child is being groomed. Familiarise yourself with them so you can act quickly if you suspect a child is in danger.

Sophia Elliott is the founder and podcast host of Our Gifted Kids. She has had a career full of turns and new learnings but found her passion and calling advocation for gifted children and their education. She is a supporter and curator of information for parents of gifted children. She is the mother of three gifted kids and shares her journey and lets other parents of gifted children know that they are not alone. Her podcast and community is just getting started! TAKEAWAYS FROM THIS EPISODE:There is a need for gifted information and podcastsIt’s hard to find all the people connected working in the field of giftedness such as teachers, parents, experts, academics, psychologistsParenting gifted children is not as easy as the term makes it seem. It’s actually quite challenging.Your child is usually all you know so it is sometimes hard to recognise giftednessMost parents of gifted children have to advocate and fight for their children to get the educational environment they needThe higher op on the gifted scale the more specialised education is required because of the asynchronicityGifted people can be amazingly flexible generalists which we don’t seem to value as much as specialistsWe want to teach our gifted kids to know themselves but how can we do that if we don’t know ourselves?We need to give children the vocabulary. They already know that they are different. They need to know why and how and therefore, need the vocabularyWe need to have a conversation of what it means for kids & adults to be gifted because the experience of the world is differentGifted kids are not “easier” or lucky and will not “breeze” through schoolKnowing your giftedness will change the way you see yourself and your experience of the world. It will make sense for the better.Gifted children and adults need to learn how to fail at things! If you don’t want to fail as adults it makes it harder to take risksYou as a parent of a gifted kid has the permission to be THAT parent to have the conversation with schools about your kids need. You have permission to stand up for your child and advocate for it.It’s not a reward! It is a gifted child’s right to learn at a pace and stage that they need to learn at!Ask the schools if they have gifted students and what they do for them to learn more about the school’s understanding of gifted educationAs a parent you need to be brave and not be afraid to ask the questions and keep looking until you find the right support and school. But it is hardSometimes school miss use the term gifted as high achievers. This is not the same.Kids are a gift but not all kids are gifted! Familiarise yourself with the education system for teachers. In Australia only the Master’s program for teachers covers the topic of gifted education. Teachers do not learn about giftedness in undergrad.The taboo is so strong and it is NOT ok! This sends the wrong message to the gifted kids telling them THEY are not ok!MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE:Our Gifted Kids website | facebook & facebook groupListen to the Podcast Paula Prober Your Rainforest MindJennifer Harvey Sallin InterGifted

THE BEST PRACTICAL LESSONS FOR THOSE WHO ARE NOT WILLING TO INVEST ANYTHING IN INSTANTLY MONETISE-ABLE SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE.

Welcome to the Cracking Content Podcast, helping entrepreneurs to amplify their expertise through storytelling, content, and PR so they can get more sales and make a bigger impact. Every business has a story to tell. Don't be afraid to tell it. So in this episode we're going to talk about how to prepare for a press or podcast interview. You might be feeling really nervous because it's your first press or podcast interview. Podcasting is a growing industry and there are many opportunities to be a podcast guest at the moment. {1.02} Focusing on your story is important {1.24} Do your research {2.15} Familiarise yourself with your interviewers style and approach {2.38} Remind yourself of why you are doing the interview {3.20} Tell stories about what you do {4.56} Get in journalist's black book of contacts {5.35} Make sure you are responsive to press requests {5.54} Practice as much as you can You can download my free Be Your Own PR Guide here: https://clairewinter.info/freebies/blog-brainstorm-guide/ Web: https://clairewinter.info/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/clairewinteruk Join the Cracking Content Club Membership: https://clairewinter.info/cracking-content-club/

Chapter 14 - Stone Jesus. It's about 7.50am on 28th February 2019, the sun shines through the mist and the ground is moist and it's time to find out what has been going on in the field this week. Richard lays out of his fears of death, but his certain resurrection to eternal life and figurehead of a new religion, with a better wall than any of the others can boast. Along the way he is spied on by geese and a mysterious many dogged figure who chills Richard's stone heart, but gives him an excellent new tactic that will win you any game of chess. Today's size guide is the potato. Familiarise yourself with potatoes before the podcast or it will make little to no sense. Read more about stone clearing at http://richardherring.com

Not to rehash podcasts 32 episodes in but in this episode I discuss the ATO benchmarks. While these have not been met with the warmest regards, it is about finding how to put them to work for you. The benchmarking process is a staple of the Wise Accounting service, and you can utilise them in the same way we do. We employ them for 3 reasons: To determine if a business is operating outside of the industry benchmarks and if they are an audit risk. To track how a taxpayer is performing in relation to their industry peers. Test assumptions on new business ventures and forecasted results to see if they pass the "sense test" and are in line with these known percentages. The benchmarks can provide you an insight in to your business that you may not be able to get otherwise. Competitors are not going to share this information with you, and this is the next best thing. The benchmarking data will provide you a handful of key performance indicators to evaluate the performance of your business at any time. Familiarise yourself with these ATO benchmarks and evaluate your business against industry peers: https://www.ato.gov.au/business/small-business-benchmarks/

The Craft of Comedy conference, held in Llandudno, North Wales on 22 February 2014, was aimed at people looking to get into the comedy business. In this master class from the conference, John Finnemore, creator and writer of John Finnemore’s Souvenir Programme and Cabin Pressure talks to BBC Radio Comedy producer Colin Anderson about radio sketch writing. He talks about how he made it as a sketch writer and gives his advice to fledgling comedy writers. Having done his fair share of low-profile comedy gigs, John recommends that stand up comedy is a good training ground. Whether at a students’ union or a room above a local pub, this is your chance to find out what works and whether your sketches will stand up or fall flat in front of an audience. As John puts it, you need to perform your sketches live “to find out where the laughs are.” Sketch writing is easier to get into than trying to pitch a whole sitcom series to a radio show. A sketch may only be a couple of minutes, but once it’s been accepted, you can quickly build your relationship with that broadcaster. With the growth of open door radio shows such as The Show What You Wrote and Newsjack, it’s easier than ever for budding sketch writers to approach programme-makers and see results. John describes how best to pitch to these shows, which both accept submissions from completely new writers. John advises writers to keep their sketches short. Familiarise yourself with the style and cast of a show, avoid racist, sexist or violent content and remember to always include a punchline. The more you can become known as a promising writer the more useful feedback you will get from programme makers to help improve your work. John also encourages sketch writers to keep notebooks with them at all times and to never throw an idea away – you can always improve upon it later. Find out what writing routine works best for you, whether that means writing at 6am or 8pm. He also says that although comedy sketch show producers do get sent a lot of submissions, very few of them are usable, so good writers will stand out straight away - “the competition isn’t as daunting as you might think.” John Finnemore is a comedy writer for BBC Radio 4 Extra’s airline-themed sitcom Cabin Pressure, as well as the Radio Academy award winning sketch show John Finnemore’s Souvenir Programme. He has also written for That Mitchell & Webb Look, Dead Ringers and The Now Show. Colin Anderson graduated from the BBC’s programme-making trainee scheme to become a producer for BBC Comedy. He has produced sketch shows for various BBC Radio stations, as well as the comedy series Josie Long: All of The Planet‘s Wonders and The Maltby Collection. He has won Radio Academy Awards for The Now Show and Mark Thomas: My Life In Serious Organised Crime.

As the founding member of Infusion, Jamie Stevens has quite the pedigree. In the early to late 2000's he traveled with the band all around the globe playing the world’s most prestigious clubs and festivals (and we are talking Glastonbury, Coachella and Roskilde among many others) which has given him the opportunity to hone his live performance skills and learn the intricate art of dancefloor mechanics - traits which he meticulously apply to his DJ sets which can range from driving peak time tek to stoned-out warm up slots (check his recent warm up set for Danny Howells in Melbourne). On the production tip Jamie has really propelled himself forward with a characteristic cinematic, percussive and bass-heavy sound that has seen his tracks find a home on labels like Bedrock, Dieb Audio, Chameleon and microCastle (if you’ve not heard Jamie’s recent microCastle track ‘The Wonder of You’ yet, do yourself a favour and listen to it now. Just don’t blame us when you melt away after hearing it). His instantly recognizable remixes created for the likes of Hernan Cattaneo, Booka Shade, D.Ramirez, Cid Inc and Antix amongst a host of others have been no stranger to praise and support from the biggest names in the industry: Sasha, Laurent Garnier, D-Nox, Adam Beyer, Danny Howells and Secret Cinema. We can’t be more excited to have Jamie on board for a Balance Selections podcast and man, did he deliver. One look at the tracklisting below will tell you that he has bought himself the biggest musical spade he could find for some proper crate digging. As Jamie puts it: “I just chose tracks that told a story all together rather than just new tunes or one particular feel: electronica, 50s computer music, berlin techno, Krautrock, progginess... Haha!” That might sound like hyperbole but he is spot on with that description as there is no specific sound happening here (that said, there is an underlying theme connecting all of the tracks). Rather, what you will find here is a collection of interesting tracks that is far more than the sum of its parts - and isn't that the hallmark of all great mixes? Enough already. Familiarise yourself with Jamie though the Q+A below, then switch of the lights, power down your phone, put on the headphones and press play. As the famous line by British actor Geoffrey Sumner goes: "This is a journey into sound!" Tracklisting and interview here: www.balancemusic.com.au/news/balance-selection-004-jamie-stevens/