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In this week's episode, I take a look at some of the historical influences & inspirations that went into my new book GHOST IN THE ASSEMBLY. This coupon code will get you 25% off SILENT ORDER: OMNIBUS ONE at my Payhip store: SILENT25 The coupon code is valid through April 7th, 2025. So if you need a new book to read for spring, we've got you covered! TRANSCRIPT 00:00:00 Introduction and Writing Updates Hello, everyone. Welcome to Episode 244 of The Pulp Writer Show. My name is Jonathan Moeller. Today is March 21st, 2025, and today we are looking at some of the historical influences that went into Ghost in the Assembly. Before we get into that, we will do Coupon of the Week and an update my current writing and audiobook projects. And then Question of the Week, which we did have time for this week. This week's coupon code will get you 25% off the ebook of Silent Order: Omnibus One at my Payhip store. That coupon code is SILENT25. I'll have the links and the coupon code in the show notes. This coupon code is valid through April 7, 2025, so if you need a new book to read for these spring months, we have got you covered. Now an update on my current writing projects. I am 44,000 words into Shield of Battle, the fifth book in the Shield War series. I'm hoping to have that out towards the end of April, if all goes well. A reminder that the Shield War series will be six books, so Shield the Battle will be the second to last one. I have also started on the sequel to Ghost in the Assembly, and I am 4,000 words into that, give or take. I had originally planned to call this book Ghost in the Assassins, but I thought that sounded too similar to Ghost in the Assembly. So the fifth book in the Ghost Armor series will be called Ghost in the Corruption. A reminder that Ghost Armor will be six books long and Ghost in the Corruption will be the fifth of six books, so the second to last book in that series as well. In audio news, recording has started for Shield of Deception and Ghost in the Assembly. Shield of Deception will be excellently narrated by Brad Wills and Hollis McCarthy will excellently narrate Ghost in the Assembly. I expect both of them will probably be out sometime towards the end of May if all goes well, given how long it usually takes to record an audiobook. In Stealth and Spells Online news, I am 68,000 words into the third and final book in this trilogy. Once Ghost Armor and Shield War are complete, then I will hopefully release the final book in the Stealth and Spells Online because I've been working on that as a tertiary project for quite a long time now. So that's where I'm at with my current writing and audiobook projects. 00:02:17 Question of the Week Now let's move on to Question of the Week. Question of the Week is of course designed to inspire enjoyable discussions of interesting topics. This week's question, what is your favorite style of fantasy setting (like a more high fantasy, one like Middle Earth or the Forgotten Realms, urban fantasy like the Dresden Files or Kate Daniels or more steampunk like Everon and so on)? No wrong answers, obviously. And as you can imagine this inspired quite a few responses. Perry says: Hyperborea! Lankhmar is up there as well. Setting where magic is rare, and usually dangerous or evil. The first edition of the Forgotten Realms (the grey box from the ‘80s) was great. Enough detail to let you use the setting, lots of room to make it your own. Then all the Forgotten Realms novels started to appear with the release of the second edition in the ‘90s and everybody in the world suddenly had powerful magic at their fingertips. Elminster, the Seven Sisters, Drizz't, and others took the appeal right out of the setting for me. Joachim says: I like the Spelljammer Campaign setting best. A lot of great modules. It seemed it was not overly successful. A shame. I had a campaign running in this setting with some people who liked it. In addition to the Spelljammer modules, you can easily transfer any normal module centered on a small town onto an asteroid. Evan says: A huge Sanderson Cosmere fan here, especially Stormlight Archive. I like the magical progression tied in to character development, with a bit of mystery of how things work or an unknown that takes time to unwind or tease out. Justin says: My problem here is separating the settings from the authors. Given that near impossibility, I would cast my vote for high fantasy with a bit of techno/steampunk mixed in. Example – Andre Norton's Witch World. Bonnie says: I seem to gravitate towards the swords and sorcery genre like Frostborn, but I also enjoyed the urban fantasy/Nadia and the other genres. I have to thank you for introducing me to all of these. Michael says: Okay, Jonathan, that's the second time I've noticed you indicating a preference for sword and sorcery saga where a barbarian hero travels between corrupt city states and now I really, really want you to write this. And yeah, that's definitely my favorite type of setting too. Simone says: Definitely urban fantasy. Even in your books, which offer an unusual variety of fantasy settings, I find I enjoy the Cloak series the best. Roger says: Being an old fogey, I prefer high fantasy always. Can't seem to get my head around urban fantasy. It jars with me. John says: While I enjoy all settings, I'm also a traditionalist and want a non-industrial, non punk setting without some sprawling empire, more like the aftermath of empire with multiple successor states. Jonathan T. says: Personally, Star Wars has always been fantasy in a science fiction setting, and that remains a personal favorite. Other than that, I suppose I'm for high fantasy, although I'm not opposed to high fantasy slapstick either such as the Wuntvor trilogy. At some point I must try again to surmount the obstacle known as The Wheel of Time. Catriona says: Epic and high fantasy are my favorite, enjoy Dark Fantasy, too. Urban fantasy is a hard pass for me. Juana says: Sword and sorcery, parfait gentle knights, medieval societies, historical fiction like Doyle's The White Company and Sir Nigel. Wherever Nadia lives. Justin says: Sword and sorcery, magical creatures/beasts. Definitely needs different environments like cities and wild mountains and forests. Not sure what genre that is, but that's what I like. MG says: High fantasy. Brandy says: I like ones with a clearly defined map. Sometimes it seems like the world wasn't thought about clearly, so it makes it hard to imagine and I find those stories the least successful. The ones I go back to repeatedly, the ones I read over and over or pimp out to other authors or groups are those I feel like they have a great structure and map, even if it's added on to later. So high, low, or middle, I just really just want the author to tell a great story and make it a great one. Speaking as an author myself, I really dislike drawing maps, but fantasy readers really like maps, so that's why I have been doing more and more maps lately. Pauline says: Urban fantasy is definitely my favorite. Jeremy says: High Fantasy is my favorite. However, my favorite fantasy author is Terry Brooks. His series is Low Fantasy based on Earth. I found out years after reading the series LOL. For myself, I think my favorite would be a pre-industrial setting with a lot of city-states and various dangerous magic, like you have a barbarian hero wandering from city-state to city-state with monster infested ruins and wilderness between them. When he gets to the city states, he can fight corrupt sorcerers, arrogant nobles, and thieves guilds, and then move on to a new adventure in the next book. So basically a sword and sorcery style setting. So that's it for Question of the Week. 00:06:30 Main Topic of the Week: Ghost in the Assembly: Inspirations and Sources (Note: Spoilers for Ghost in the Assembly!) This week and now onto our main topic, Ghost in the Assembly inspirations and sources that went into the book. I should mention that this episode contains mild spoilers for Ghost in the Assembly. So if you have not finished reading Ghost in the Assembly yet, stop listening and go finish reading Ghost in the Assembly. So I thought it would be interesting to talk about some of the ideas and influences that went into Ghost in the Assembly. I have to admit, it took me a few years of thinking between Ghost Night and Ghost Armor to figure out how to write more Caina stories because Caina had become a political figure by the end of Ghost Night and political figures typically do bad things for personal advancement and then lie about it. That is in some ways the essential definition of a political figure. This of course, is hard for a writer to use as a sympathetic protagonist. Of course, I eventually realized the way around this, the success of a political figure cannot be judged by their personal morality or even their political morality, but by the results of their decisions. Did they do the most for the greatest good of their people? Therefore, I just needed to write a political figure who did somewhat sketchy things (like subverting the Kyracian houses via buying up their debt) in the name of the greater good of the people (defending them from the impending attack of the Red Krakens). I frequently said that if you want to write a good fantasy novel, you should try to stick to about 15 to 25% of the actual harshness of the past. I don't think you want to go full Grimdark, but you don't want your fantasy world to be indistinguishable from a typical 21st century parliamentary democracy because I think that kind of defeats the purpose of fantasy where you want to visit a world that is eldritch and strange and at least somewhat different than our own. So for Ghost in the Assembly, I went to about 15 to 25% of the experience of ancient Greek democracy. For the entire time that New Kyre and the Kyracians have been in the series (Ghost in the Storm was way the heck back in 2012 and the Kyracians were mentioned before that), they've always been very loosely based on the democracy of ancient Athens. In fact, the very name Assembly of New Kyre comes from ancient Athens, where the gathering of voting citizens was called the ecclesia, which translates into English as assembly. Interestingly, this is also the origins of the word ecclesiastical in terms of a church since one of the first words for the church was ecclesia in the sense of the assembly of the believers in Christ. Athens wasn't the first ancient Greek democracy, but it was one of the most successful. It was also one of the democracies that self-destructed in the most spectacularly dramatic fashion possible. The Athenians decided to convert the Delian League from an alliance of city-states into their own private empire. A demagogue convinced them to waste enormous resources attacking Syracuse and Sicily, which ended disastrously. The Athenians were eventually defeated by the more militaristic Spartans. People have debated for centuries whether or not this means democracy is inferior to the Spartans' harsher system, but that overlooks the key fact that a few decades later, Athens, Sparta, and all the rest of the Greek city-states were conquered by the Macedonians anyway. I suppose the actual historical lesson is that a city-state, regardless of its government, is no match for a larger centralized state with better leaders and better military organization. In fact, historically city-states tend to eventually get subsumed into larger political entities. If they last for a long time, it tends to be because of geography (like in ancient Greece) or because of weak and or remote central authority like the medieval Italian city-states, which were ostensibly under the authority of the Holy Roman emperor but in practice tended to do whatever they wanted. Places like modern Vatican City tend to be special exceptions. Caina's criticism of the assembly of New Kyre in the book is that it is not as egalitarian as it pretends and is easily swayed by both demagogues and bribes. The Athenian assembly of citizens had both these problems, but far worse. You needed to have a substantial level of property to be allowed to vote, and there were numerous examples of the votes swinging on bribes or last minute orations. The Athenian assembly was easily swayed into making bad decisions, such as supporting the disastrous attack on Syracuse during the Peloponnesian War that was the start of Athens' downfall. In Ghost in the Assembly, Lady Eirenea Tritos is one of the nine chief magistrates of the city, but in an Athenian democracy, women were not allowed to vote and most definitely were not allowed to hold political office. The ancient Greeks in general did not have a very high opinion of women. One Greek orator said that men had wives to produce legitimate heirs, concubines to attend to the body's “daily needs”, and prostitutes for pleasure. Because of things like that, I thought a setting with a hundred percent of the harshness of ancient Greece would be off-putting to the reader. So as I said, I shot for between 15 and 25% of the actual harshness. New Kyre is definitely richer, better governed, and less elitist and chauvinistic than the ancient Greeks. That said, New Kyre isn't an egalitarian place. Nobles have vastly more rights and money than commoners, and both nobles and commoners own slaves and only the poorest commoners own no slaves themselves. Indeed, slavery is so common in New Kyre that the other nobles see Kylon's decision that House Kardamnos will have no slaves as a sign of malevolent and sinister foreign influence. Kalliope's fear that she could be dispossessed and Kylon simply take her children is very real. If Kylon wanted, he probably could keep Kalliope from seeing Nikarion and Zoe ever again, though that would inevitably put him in conflict with Lysikas Agramemnos and Calliope is charismatic enough to powerful allies to her side. If Kylon did in fact refuse to allow Kalliope to see their children, he might well set off a civil war. But Kylon, who lost both his parents when he was young, doesn't want to deprive his children of a loving mother. Of course, the ancient Greeks never had to fight the Red Krakens and orcs. The Red Krakens, the Caphtori, are kind of written like snake-worshipping Vikings. In fact, Caphtori are inspired by the “Sea Peoples”, pirates that seem to have contributed to the collapse of Bronzes Age civilization. Historians argue endlessly about the impact of the Sea Peoples or whether they existed at all, but if they did exist, they might well have been proto-Ancient Greeks, perhaps Mycenaean in origin. Since having one ancient Greek-esque group fighting another would've been confusing in the book, I made the Caphtori/Red Kraken more like Vikings, which I suppose is a bit of historical anachronism, but Ghost Armor is a constructed world with elves, orcs, and sorcerers, so it's not like I'm writing period accurate historical fiction here. So these are some of the influences that went into Ghost in the Assembly. I don't have any grand concluding point here. Those were just some of the ideas I thought about and went into the story. Though I should mention that for a while I was a graduate student in medieval history and I hated the experience so much I left and went into IT instead. That said ,decades later it has proven a useful source of plot ideas for fantasy novels, so it worked out in the end. One final note, a reader suggested that Kalliope Agramemnos and Mardun Scorneus might hook up in later books. And I have to admit, I laughed at that suggestion. Kalliope would react with dismay at the thought of marrying anyone other than an extremely high ranking Kyracian noble, and at the prospect of marrying Kalliope, Mardun would think about it, fake his death, and flee back to the Empire, preferring to take his chances with the Magisterium rather than Kalliope. Anyway, thank you to everyone who has read Ghost in the Assembly. I am very grateful that so many people have enjoyed the book. So that is it for this week. Thank you for listening to The Pulp Writer Show. I hope you found the show useful. A reminder that you can listen to all back episodes of the show on https://thepulpwritershow.com. If you enjoyed the podcast, please leave your review on your podcasting platform of choice. Stay safe and stay healthy and see you all next week.
Today we are joined by the lovely Sarah Hansford, a buying professional with many hats! Sarah has been in the buying world for over 20 years and worked for lots of different retailers. She's a fellow ex M&S buyer and most recently is doing some amazing work teaching and inspiring at the Fashion Retail Academy. From the M&S grad scheme to working across multiple big high street names, such as, BHS, The White Company and QVC to name a few, plus working suppliers side Sarah's journey is incredibly varied and interesting.Sarah talks about what inspired her to get into buying and how she progressed through the ranks. We talk how much she loved working at M&S and how nice it is to see how well it's doing. Her favorite product category (fashion accessories) and what a buzz you get when launching a successful range. We discuss how much she loves working supply side and how much you get to understand the manufacturing process from the other side! We talk about some of the perks Sarah has had in different roles including a one spa treatment a month!Sarah spills the tea on some hilarious moments and stories with certain buying teams she's worked in. Those devil wears prada moments and also how fun it was to work for brands like QVC with live trading. Her passion and knowledge for the industry really shines through! We talk about her proudest moments working with the Fashion Retail Academy and how rewarding it is to be educating and inspiring our new buyers of the Future. Sarah tells all about the amazing new courses and opportunities there are at the FRA and how much she gets out of teaching and learning from the new generation!Our key takeaways: Learning from a really experienced buying professional like Sarah is such a privilege. She really has seen it all in her time in industry working in so many different areas of retail.It's such an exciting time for the next generation and with their collaborative mindset from the outset retail really has a chance to thrive once again.Lets try and bring the fun back into buying. The industry has moved on for the better but we still need to work out how to laugh and bring enjoyment into the job we LOVE - combat the stress with a little light humour! If you're thinking about a career in buying then reach out to Sarah on linkedin she's happy to chat and help with any questions you have. You can also check out the FRA website https://www.fashionretailacademy.ac.uk/ Alternatively if your a buyer in industry and can relate to all these stories please do get in touch we would love to have you on the podcast!If you've liked this episode please rate, follow, subscribe and share :) - and if you already have, thank you!Follow us @buyingandbeyond on Instagram Send us a DM with any 'Retail Therapy' storiesFind out more about us www.buyingandbeyond.com
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In this episode, I sit down with Emma Griffin, a copywriter who has mastered the art of website storytelling. Emma shares how she helps business owners bring their brand to life online with words that don't just "sit pretty" but actively connect with audiences and drive action. We explore why having a solid website isn't just a box to check but a vital tool for positioning and growth, especially in today's digital age. Whether you're just starting out or looking to refresh your online presence, this episode is packed with insights on creating a website that truly reflects your brand's value and voice.Here are the highlights:(1:57) Emma Griffin's background and specialization in websites(4:43) The importance of websites and common mistakes(8:28) The role of copy in website effectiveness(12:52) Outsourcing vs. DIY website creation(20:20) Signs that a website needs an updateConnect with Emma:Instagram: Emma Griffin WritesWebsite: www.emmagriffinwrites.co.ukEmma is a copywriter working with coaches, consultants, and creatives who are done with DIY and ready for the real thing. With a decade-long career working with service businesses and big-name brands like The White Company, Bloom & Wild, and Harrods, Emma understands all the moving parts of creating not only copy that sells but also a complete website messaging strategy that ensures you stand out in a saturated market. Ready to move from the kids' table to the adults' table? Emma is the one to make it happen.To find out more:Website: www.pollylavarello.comInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/pollylavarello/Free masterclass: https://pollylavarello.lpages.co/evergreen/This podcast is proudly produced by The Podcast Boutique
Anna Wilson has over 21 years experience optimising retention and acquisition strategies for growth for mail order retailers. Working both agency AND client side she has a wealth of experience to share gathered whilst working for brands like Orvis, Boden, The White Company, Able & Cole, Glasses Direct and many more. She's now a senior member of the team at Go Direct Marketing where they manage 100s of catalogue mailing campaigns a year. In this episode, we discuss: The seamless integration of online and offline marketing strategies The synergy between catalogues and email marketing How to leverage customer service and website alignment Dive in: [07:02] Maintain brand consistency across social media platforms. [09:56] Consider email and mail for catalogue distribution. [13:33] Encourage catalogue use, seize warm customer interest. [16:20] Consistent website and catalogue branding is crucial. [19:51] Consider retail partnerships, online presence, and consistency. [22:40] Insider Tips from Anna! Find the notes here: https://keepopt.com/212 Download Shopify's new industry report >> https://keepopt.com/shopify****Get all the links and resources we mention & join our email list at https://keepopt.comLove the show? Chloe would love your feedback - leave a review here: https://keepopt.com/review or reply to the episode Q&A on Spotify.Interested in being a Sponsor? go here: https://keepopt.com/sponsor
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Welcome to the WIP 12 Podcast, A podcast all about Infinity the Game with our host for this episode, Raymon and his special guest Mat. In this episode we will deepdive into the White Company! One of the best NA-2 Factions Lists: Hawkwood Heroes YFp9Eu6w75 Nisse and Tiger: taiCD2OnLF Big Mid: 4T8dmaevcQ Double TAG: MAoWVHKC8C Infinity Global league discord: https://discord.gg/AeS3m3uBFs Website: https://www.infinitygloballeague.com/ WIP 12 Map Collection: https://steamcommunity.com/sharedfiles/filedetails/?id=2099597612 --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/wip12podcast/message
Set during the Hundred Years' War with France, The White Company tells the story of a young Saxon man who is learning what it is to be a knight. Raised by Cistercian Monks and rejected by a violent elder brother, Alleyn Edricson takes service with one of the foremost knights in the country. When Alleyn falls in love with the knight's daughter, he must prove himself to be a courageous and honourable knight before he can win her hand. Alleyn and his friends set forth with the other men-at-arms to join Prince Edward in Bordeaux, from where they will take part in the Prince's campaign into Spain. It is in Spain that Alleyn and others must prove themselves to be very valiant and hardy cavaliers.Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
Set during the Hundred Years' War with France, The White Company tells the story of a young Saxon man who is learning what it is to be a knight. Raised by Cistercian Monks and rejected by a violent elder brother, Alleyn Edricson takes service with one of the foremost knights in the country. When Alleyn falls in love with the knight's daughter, he must prove himself to be a courageous and honourable knight before he can win her hand. Alleyn and his friends set forth with the other men-at-arms to join Prince Edward in Bordeaux, from where they will take part in the Prince's campaign into Spain. It is in Spain that Alleyn and others must prove themselves to be very valiant and hardy cavaliers.Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
Set during the Hundred Years' War with France, The White Company tells the story of a young Saxon man who is learning what it is to be a knight. Raised by Cistercian Monks and rejected by a violent elder brother, Alleyn Edricson takes service with one of the foremost knights in the country. When Alleyn falls in love with the knight's daughter, he must prove himself to be a courageous and honourable knight before he can win her hand. Alleyn and his friends set forth with the other men-at-arms to join Prince Edward in Bordeaux, from where they will take part in the Prince's campaign into Spain. It is in Spain that Alleyn and others must prove themselves to be very valiant and hardy cavaliers.Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
Set during the Hundred Years' War with France, The White Company tells the story of a young Saxon man who is learning what it is to be a knight. Raised by Cistercian Monks and rejected by a violent elder brother, Alleyn Edricson takes service with one of the foremost knights in the country. When Alleyn falls in love with the knight's daughter, he must prove himself to be a courageous and honourable knight before he can win her hand. Alleyn and his friends set forth with the other men-at-arms to join Prince Edward in Bordeaux, from where they will take part in the Prince's campaign into Spain. It is in Spain that Alleyn and others must prove themselves to be very valiant and hardy cavaliers.Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
Set during the Hundred Years' War with France, The White Company tells the story of a young Saxon man who is learning what it is to be a knight. Raised by Cistercian Monks and rejected by a violent elder brother, Alleyn Edricson takes service with one of the foremost knights in the country. When Alleyn falls in love with the knight's daughter, he must prove himself to be a courageous and honourable knight before he can win her hand. Alleyn and his friends set forth with the other men-at-arms to join Prince Edward in Bordeaux, from where they will take part in the Prince's campaign into Spain. It is in Spain that Alleyn and others must prove themselves to be very valiant and hardy cavaliers.Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
Set during the Hundred Years' War with France, The White Company tells the story of a young Saxon man who is learning what it is to be a knight. Raised by Cistercian Monks and rejected by a violent elder brother, Alleyn Edricson takes service with one of the foremost knights in the country. When Alleyn falls in love with the knight's daughter, he must prove himself to be a courageous and honourable knight before he can win her hand. Alleyn and his friends set forth with the other men-at-arms to join Prince Edward in Bordeaux, from where they will take part in the Prince's campaign into Spain. It is in Spain that Alleyn and others must prove themselves to be very valiant and hardy cavaliers.Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
Set during the Hundred Years' War with France, The White Company tells the story of a young Saxon man who is learning what it is to be a knight. Raised by Cistercian Monks and rejected by a violent elder brother, Alleyn Edricson takes service with one of the foremost knights in the country. When Alleyn falls in love with the knight's daughter, he must prove himself to be a courageous and honourable knight before he can win her hand. Alleyn and his friends set forth with the other men-at-arms to join Prince Edward in Bordeaux, from where they will take part in the Prince's campaign into Spain. It is in Spain that Alleyn and others must prove themselves to be very valiant and hardy cavaliers.Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
Set during the Hundred Years' War with France, The White Company tells the story of a young Saxon man who is learning what it is to be a knight. Raised by Cistercian Monks and rejected by a violent elder brother, Alleyn Edricson takes service with one of the foremost knights in the country. When Alleyn falls in love with the knight's daughter, he must prove himself to be a courageous and honourable knight before he can win her hand. Alleyn and his friends set forth with the other men-at-arms to join Prince Edward in Bordeaux, from where they will take part in the Prince's campaign into Spain. It is in Spain that Alleyn and others must prove themselves to be very valiant and hardy cavaliers.Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
Is freelancing in fashion actually as good as it sounds? From the promises of freedom to the ideas of total flexibility, it can be easy to get swept up in the "dream".There's a lot of positives when it comes to freelancing, but that doesn't mean that you don't have to put in hard work to achieve your freelancing dreams. In this episode, Kate Knight opens up to share some amazing wins but also gives a realistic perspective of the ups and downs in freelancing. We also talk about pricing which is always a hot topic that I get tons of questions about.Tune in to find out what the REAL truth about being a freelance fashion designer is like. You won't want to miss a big win that Kate shares at the end because she started charging for something that she used to give away for free. About Kate:Kate Knight is a knitwear designer who specializes in creating recycled and sustainable cashmere and cashmere blends. She has previously lived and worked in New York City, London, and the Swiss Alps, but currently resides just outside of Bordeaux, France. Throughout her career, Kate has designed knitwear for well-known brands such as Nordstrom, The White Company, Lands' End, Barney's, and Whistles. She has also taught knitting to individuals across all age groups, including 7-year-olds, PhD students, and industry professionals. Kate is passionate about building connections with factories, yarn agents, brands, fellow freelancers, and designers.Connect with Kate:Visit her website: http://www.thecashmeredesigner.com/Email at: kate@thecashmeredesigner.comFollow on Instagram @thecashmeredesignerConnect on Linkedin https://www.linkedin.com/in/kate-knight-7a05174/Resources Mentioned in this Episode:SFD096 Q&A: How to Become a Fashion freelancer with Heidi & Marissa197 How to Sell Yourself As A Freelance Fashion Designer (without feeling gross) Sick of being tied to a desk and want more freedom in your day, snag my free training: How to Freelance in Fashion (even if you're terrified you don't have all the answers) by clicking here.
Navigating Black Friday can be a frenzied affair, a whirlwind of deals and discounts that require a level head and strategic planning. As an experienced interior designer, I've discovered that this chaotic shopping day presents a golden opportunity to snag some extra pieces for the home. Major retailers like John Lewis, Liberty, Harvey, Harrods, and many more join the Black Friday madness, offering discounts on a vast array of items, from appliances to equipment and home accessories. Not to be overlooked are renowned brands like The White Company, Jo Malone, The Conran Shop, which may also feature tempting deals. For those with a discerning eye for interior design, Black Friday can be the perfect occasion to acquire desired items such as luxury candles, cashmere in various forms, home accessories, blankets, cushions, and even iconic pieces like Le Creuset cookware. However, amidst the chaos, it's crucial to approach the day with a clear plan. Create a well-defined list of items you're seeking, complete with a specified price range, and stick to it religiously. Whether you're in the market for a new sofa or a special scented candle, having a focused strategy will help you resist the allure of impulse buys. It's all too easy to get swept up in the excitement and end up with unnecessary items. Some of my personal Black Friday favorites include those items that rarely see discounts, such as luxury candles and high-quality cashmere. On the other hand, some items seem to be perennially on offer, making them excellent candidates for a Black Friday haul. Conscious purchasing is key – track regular prices, be aware of true discounts, and resist the temptation to overindulge. In the midst of the Black Friday madness, maintaining mindfulness in your shopping can result in a more satisfying and economically sound experience. So, armed with your list and an eye for genuine bargains, dive into the Black Friday chaos, and may your home be adorned with the fruits of your well-planned and thoughtfully executed shopping spree. Good luck! Thanks for listening. MPx For more interior inspiration, visit: https://miriamprada.com/ Catch behind-the-scenes moments on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@atelier_prada Follow us on Instagram for visual delights: https://www.instagram.com/atelier_prada/
Black Friday puede convertirse en una experiencia frenética, un remolino de ofertas y descuentos que demanda sangre fría y planificación estratégica. Como diseñadora de interiores con amplia experiencia, he descubierto que este caótico día de compras brinda una oportunidad única para adquirir elementos adicionales para el hogar. Grandes centros comerciales como John Lewis, Liberty, Harvey, Harrods, suelen sumarse al frenesí del Black Friday, ofreciendo descuentos en una amplia variedad de artículos, desde electrodomésticos hasta accesorios para el hogar. No deben pasarse por alto marcas de renombre como The White Company, Jo Malone, The Conran Shop... que también pueden presentar ofertas tentadoras. Para aquellos con un ojo crítico para el diseño de interiores, el Black Friday puede ser la ocasión perfecta para adquirir artículos deseados como velas, cashmere en diversas formas, accesorios para el hogar, mantas, cojines e incluso piezas icónicas como los utensilios de cocina Le Creuset. Sin embargo, en medio del caos, es crucial abordar el día con un plan claro. Crea una lista bien definida de los artículos que buscas, con un rango de precios especificado, y adhiérete a ella religiosamente. Ya sea que estés en busca de un nuevo sofá o de una vela perfumada especial, tener una estrategia enfocada te ayudará a resistir la atracción de compras impulsivas. Es demasiado fácil dejarse llevar y terminar con artículos innecesarios. Algunos de mis favoritos personales del Black Friday incluyen aquellos artículos que rara vez tienen descuentos, como velas y cashmere. Por otro lado, algunos artículos parecen estar perpetuamente en oferta, convirtiéndolos en excelentes candidatos para una adquisición durante el Black Friday. La compra consciente es clave: realiza un seguimiento de los precios regulares, sé consciente de los verdaderos descuentos. En medio de la locura, mantener un nivel de atención en tus compras puede resultar en una experiencia más satisfactoria. Así que, armado con tu lista y ojo para las verdaderas gangas, sumérgete en el Black Friday y ¡Buena suerte! ¡Muchas gracias por escucharme! MP Para obtener más inspiración en diseño de interiores, visita: https://miriamprada.com/ Descubre momentos detrás de escena en TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@atelier_prada Síguenos en Instagram para deleites visuales: https://www.instagram.com/atelier_prada/
In this week's regular episode of The Cycling Podcast, Daniel and Lionel are joined by Team Jayco-AlUla Director of High Performance and Racing Matt White to reflect on the UCI ‘Superworlds', Jayco's Tour de France and the start of cycling's transfer window - and look ahead to the Vuelta a España. Before that, we recap a busy week of news, including the announcement that former British Cycling and Team Sky doctor Richard Freeman has been handed a four-year ban for possession of a banned substance and twice lying to UK Anti-Doping investigators. We ask the question - are some or even all of successes amassed on Freeman's watch now tarnished?
Are you struggling to grow your e-commerce business?Oliver Spark, a growth expert, shares his invaluable insights. From understanding your target Return on Ad Spend (ROAS) to the importance of offering customers more channels, Oliver dives deep into the strategies that can propel your business growth. He shares his unique experiences from the White Company, discussing how product strategy can increase the average order value and why focusing too much on retention can be a pitfall. Don't miss out on these game-changing insights that can help you navigate the complex world of e-commerce growth!Here's a summary of the things we talked about:Oliver discusses his experience with the White Company, a UK-based retailer, where he was involved in the early stages of their online presence and store expansion. He talks about the importance of understanding the different levers for business growth. He emphasizes the importance of product selection in influencing average order value and customer return rate. He shares his experience of introducing new products at the White Company to change these metrics.Oliver highlights the importance of understanding your metrics and having a theory about how you're going to move them. He talks about the need for a customer forecast model. Oliver shares his thoughts on the importance of balancing acquisition and retention in business growth. He warns against focusing too much on retention at the expense of acquisition. ABOUT OLIVEROliver Spark, the retail whizz who turned tech wunderkind. His entrepreneurial journey started in the world of linens and lamps, where he spearheaded The White Company's meteoric rise from a modest £6m venture to a whopping £50m empire. But Oliver didn't stop there. Swapping cashmere throws for code, he harnessed his retail savvy to create Sweet Analytics. Now, he's on a mission to empower SMEs, demystifying the world of data and turning it into a powerful tool for success. As the architect behind the platform he wished he had as a retailer, Oliver is your go-to guru for converting numbers into victories. Get ready to dive into his world, where data reigns supreme and every figure tells a story!For complete show notes, transcript and links to our guest, check out our website: www.ecommerce-podcast.com.
Welcome to TACTICAL AWARENESS - a Canadian Podcast about Corvus Belli's landmark Sci-Fi Wargame; Infinity N4. Come along with our hosts Ash, Owen and Dan for another Season 1 discussion on foundational topics for Infinity. Spring Offensive is done and dusted and White Company has taken home the event. John Tu joins us to discuss N2A Armies and their resurgence at events across Infinity. Sign up and get the info for the season ender SUMMER SIEGE here: https://infinitytheuniverse.com/games/infinity/its/tournament/19c9bb774-tactical-awareness-summer-siege-2023 Join us on Discord HERE: https://discord.gg/Enqh8MDXdS Add us to your favourite Podcasting App using the RSS Feed: https://anchor.fm/s/cfa52998/podcast/rss Music "Built to Last" by NEFFEX used via Creative Commons
As women, how on earth is it possible to build a business and grow with it over decades — whilst raising a family, weathering the storms of life and remaining inspired, motivated and engaged throughout? Baroness Ruth Rogers OBE is someone who has done just that and today, her pioneering Michelin starred restaurant The River Cafe remains one of the most in-demand culinary institutions in London, 36 years after she led a food revolution. In this episode, Ruth shares stories of discovering her passion for seasonal ingredients, the progression of female chefs she's witnessed, and how far we still have to go. She even reveals her top tips for building the foundations of a strong business and a truly happy workforce. It's a conversation which is both inspiring and heartbreaking in equal measure, and one that speaks volumes of the legacy that Ruth has created. If you enjoyed this episode, we think you'll love Holly's Conversation of Inspiration with Chrissie Rucker OBE, founder of The White Company. Plus for more unfiltered insight, subscribe to Holly's weekly newsletters on our website, where she shares small business inspiration of all kinds, exclusive nuggets of wisdom from her and her guests, plus offers, creative ideas and topical, 'ungoogleable' business advice.
Nick Wheeler first had the idea for Charles Tyrwhitt shirts - to make the best shirts, using only the finest materials, at great value, with unbeatable service - whilst studying Geography at Bristol University in 1986; He used his middle names - Charles Tyrwhitt – more anonymous (and better sounding!) than “Nick Wheeler shirts” The first brochure was a one-page leaflet with 8 shirts and 8 ties. After a stint with strategy consultancy Bain & Co, Nick went “full-time” in 1990. After being left £8,000 from a great aunt, Nick used the money to purchase the English dream: an Aston Martin DB1. One year later he sold the same car for an eye-watering £75,000 profit. This profit became the funding that set Nick up to become the powerhouse he is now. Success was steady, but the leaflet grew to four catalogues a year. This led to the opening of a shop on Jermyn Street in 1997, a website in 1998 and overseas expansion with stores in Paris (2001) and Madison Avenue, New York's (2003). There are now 45 stores worldwide. The product range has developed from just shirts and ties to suits, shoes and a full casual offering. Today the business is a multi-channel retailer and a leading British brand. Charles Tyrwhitt's mission today remains true to Nick's founding principles - to provide quality and value, and to deliver them to the customer with unrivalled customer service. Nick is also a non-executive director of The White Company. He is married to Chrissie Rucker, founder of the White Company. They have four children and live in Oxfordshire. Find out more about Charles Tyrwhitt via: website, Instagram and LinkedIn.A new episode EVERY WEEK, showcasing the journeys of inspirational entrepreneurs, side hustlers and their mentors. We discuss their successes, challenges and how they overcame setbacks. Focusing mainly on what they wish they had known when starting out. The podcast aims to give aspiring entrepreneurs the confidence to START UP and START NOW by showcasing real and relatable entrepreneurs. After all, seeing is believing!Join the conversation using #startupstartnow and tagging us on Instagram, Twitter, Facebook and LinkedIn. Don't forget to leave a review as it really helps us reach those who need it and allows us to get the best guests for you!Connect with START UP. START NOW. and to nominate a guest please visit: www.startupstartnow.co.uk. To connect with Sharena Shiv please visit: www.sharena.co.uk.
How do you build a disruptive brand in a new sector, whilst keeping it accessible for all? In this episode, Nicola Elliot shares her lessons as she recounts her story building the cult status, well-being brand Neom Organics. Growing up in Yorkshire, a self declared naughty child, Nicola carved out a glittering career in advertising in her twenties before burn out forced her to refocus her energies in a different direction. Nicola recounts the early days of Neom, the risks, the setbacks, and challenges she faced, as well as the early green shoots of success that followed, catapulting the business to iconic status. Neom is a brand that in Nicola's words has been built brick by brick, and ignited the movement for natural, environmentally friendly well-being products. Nicola explains that Neom's products are for those that are “just trying to do their best” – for ourselves, and the environment. Nicola's success story is a result of pure determination, and she shares with Holly how in her opinion, it is our responsibility as parents to teach our children to have strength and grit as a form of protection. It's a conversation that prompts all of us to remember that building a brand is so much more than a final destination, and that how we get there is every bit as important. If you enjoyed this episode, head on over to hear Holly's talk with Chrissie Rucker, founder of The White Company, which we think you'll love too. Plus for more unfiltered insight, subscribe to Holly's weekly newsletters on our website, where she shares small business inspiration of all kinds, exclusive nuggets of wisdom from her and her guests, plus offers, creative ideas and topical, 'ungoogleable' business advice.
Have you been afraid to use white in your home? Today's guest is the amazing Chrissie Rucker, founder of The White Company, who is here to share how white is both versatile and beautiful, along with the ways that you can approach using it in your home! Chrissie founded The White Company in 1994. Today the company, which began life as a small mail-order business, is one of the UK's most loved and trusted lifestyle brands. With more than 60 stores in the UK and Ireland, along with worldwide ecommerce, it specializes in a wide range of beautiful pieces for your home and family, predominantly in white. Chrissie grew up in Kent and left school at 16 to study couture and design in London. Her working life began at the age of 18, working for magazines including Harpers & Queen, Brides, GQ, and Vogue, as well as holding a PR role at Clarins. Renowned for her meticulous attention to detail when creating products, Chrissie believes passionately that, “every single piece we design must stand the test of time and be used and loved for many years to come.” In this episode, Chrissie discusses the journey she took to start her company and she shares about her two books, which both really show how using white in your home isn't “drab” or “too fragile” – it's actually interesting! Even if you like using color, you can also use white, and you're going to want to hear all the great things that Chrissie reveals in this episode. Chrissie's latest book published by Harper Collins, The Art of Living with White: A Year of Inspiration is available now! I loved it so much, and I really want to help you use white in your home. If it's something you've been thinking about doing, I am giving away copies of the book in a special giveaway. All you have to do is subscribe to this podcast, Welcome Home to the Suburbs, and rate and review it on your favorite podcast app. Send us a screenshot of your review, to admin@jillkalmaninteriors.com and we'll be selecting 5 winners to receive a copy of this beautiful book by Chrissie! Want a fun way to level up your home quickly?? My accessory course is here for you! In this course I reveal my secrets, tips and tricks in a simple video course that's broken up into modules. This will give you the resources, solutions, and really quick wins at an affordable price – all with direction from me. To grab it you can go to my website at https://jillkalmaninteriors.com/, or click the link in my Instagram bio, at https://www.instagram.com/jillkalmaninteriors/. I'm excited to announce that I have the perfect service for you called R.O.O.M (which stands for “Remove the Overwhelm and Overcome the Move One Room at a Time”). With this service you can tackle one room, or you can tackle 9. This result-driven digital service is available in bundles, and I want to meet you where you are in your purchasing path to buy things are get your home furnished beautifully. If you think you're overwhelmed and need some customized guidance from a pro, R.O.O.M is for you! For more details and to get started, reach out to me on my website at https://jillkalmaninteriors.com/ or DM me on Instagram, http://instagram.com/jillkalmaninteriors. As mentioned at the end of this episode, you can also go to https://jillkalmaninteriors.com/ to my great new Room Planner freebie that I have for you! Did you know that I was recently featured in Women Who Podcast Magazine? You can check out the article here! I'm proud to announce that Welcome Home to the Suburbs has been listed in Feedspot's Top 25 Moving Podcasts You Must Follow in 2021! To view the entire list of shows featured, visit https://blog.feedspot.com/moving_podcasts/ Get full show notes and more information at: https://jillkalmaninteriors.com/podcast
This week we welcome Sophie Blowfield to join discussion over a mix of key UK-political topics and global news. Sophie has nearly 15 years experience in the creative brand industry working both in-house and as a consultant and worked with some of the world's largest brands and agencies, including the likes of: Charlotte Tilbury, The White Company, Apple, Google, 111SKIN, Coty and La Perla. She also co-founded La Norme in 2019, advocating inclusion and diversity in creative industries and beyond. Emma and Sophie met 10 years ago when she gave Emma her first internship in social media at Soap & Glory and have remained great friends and crossed paths both personally and professionally since then. Topics: The death of the Queen Elizabeth brings on peculiar (but expected) global media attention around the rest of the British Royal family in the aftermath, as well as interesting Gen-Z and brand responses. Which hits hardest for us? What are the focuses really all about? We delve deep into the monarchy and media divide to uncover what we know to be true. Megan and Harry false fired speculation is merely one part of this story, for once. A notorious Jennifer Lawrence interview by Tonne Goodman recently released in October US Vogue reveals how the Hollywood actress has zero patience with the politically unengaged. She's quoted saying, “you have to be political, it's too dire. Politics are killing people. I can't fuck with people who aren't political any more.” A discussion flows between the three of us on how political bias has affected our own views, lives and how important it is to understand and educate yourself in this impactful political era, now more than ever. The mixed standpoints on Working From Home pops-up once more, with the news of British civil servants having their computers monitored in part of a WFH UK government crack-down asking staff to return to the office 4 days a week. Is it archaic? Furthermore, what are the real reasons for returning to the office? We're noticing more and more how larger organisations like Apple & Tesla are also forcing staff to return to the office or leave. Where do we all stand on the subjects surrounding this 'little shuffle' back to the office?
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The White Company by Sir Arthur Conan Doyle audiobook. Set during the Hundred Years' War with France, The White Company tells the story of a young Saxon man who is learning what it is to be a knight. Raised by Cistercian Monks and rejected by a violent elder brother, Alleyn Edricson takes service with one of the foremost knights in the country. When Alleyn falls in love with the knight's daughter, he must prove himself to be a courageous and honourable knight before he can win her hand. Alleyn and his friends set forth with the other men-at-arms to join Prince Edward in Bordeaux, from where they will take part in the Prince's campaign into Spain. It is in Spain that Alleyn and others must prove themselves to be very valiant and hardy cavaliers.
Elizabeth Scarlett Petrides is an entrepreneur, conservationist and artist. One of the UK's fastest-growing luxury accessories, homeware and personalised gifting brands. The brand has sold directly to over 120,000 customers in the UK alone and is stocked in Anthropologie, John Lewis, Fortnum & Mason, as well as other leading luxury boutiques and stores nationwide. Encouraged by her grandad, an entrepreneur and hobbyist painter, Elizabeth has painted animals and wildlife from a young age. Inspired by nature and travel, Elizabeth's iconic hand-drawn designs are embroidered onto beautiful fabrics to create design-led collections. Each year, the brand commits to giving back to the wildlife that inspire the designs. To date, over £200,000 has been raised for wildlife charities.Elizabeth has built exciting partnerships with the likes of The White Company, Birchbox, Bobbi Brown, L'Occitane and Estee Lauder. Looking forward, Elizabeth's mission is to reduce Elizabeth Scarlett's footprint and become a leading benefactor of wildlife charities across the world.Listen in to find out more about how Elizabeth Scarlett's journey began!Find out more about Elizabeth Scarlett via: website and Instagram.A new episode EVERY WEEK, showcasing the journeys of inspirational entrepreneurs, side hustlers and their mentors. We discuss their successes, challenges and how they overcame setbacks. Focusing mainly on what they wish they had known when starting out. The podcast aims to give aspiring entrepreneurs the confidence to START UP and START NOW by showcasing real and relatable entrepreneurs. After all, seeing is believing!Join the conversation using #startupstartnow and tagging us on Instagram, Twitter, Facebook and LinkedIn. Don't forget to leave a review as it really helps us reach those who need it and allows us to get the best guests for you! Connect with START UP. START NOW. and to nominate a guest please visit: www.startupstartnow.co.uk. To connect with Sharena Shiv please visit: www.sharena.co.uk.
George Inannou is the Managing Partner at Foolproof, an experience design company. They work with global brands such as, The White Company, Shell, Suzuki, Post Office and Sony PlayStation. George has worked in a variety of sectors including, retail, apparel, financial, FMCG, luxury, travel and more over the past 20 years! In this podcast, George shares how he found his passion for eCommerce. Most importantly, he tells us why eCommerce is failing the planet at an alarming rate. Does this responsibility lie with the business or the consumer? Listen to find out who. He chats about the negative impact and wins of next day delivery and how businesses can reduce the amount of returns they get. Tune in to find out the future of sustainability and one thing you can do right now to reduce your carbon footprint. If you are an eCommerce business wanting to become more sustainable, this podcast is for you.
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"When it comes to jet lag, there ain't — I report from the window seat of a bustling café in Montreal, hence this paraphrasing of Leonard Cohen — no cure." —Mark VanHoenacker, a Boeing 787 pilot for British Airways and the author of Imagine A City: A Pilot's Journey Across the Urban World The first time I flew abroad from Oregon to Europe (in my case France), concerns about jet lag were far from my mind; in fact, because I had so many other questions to answer and unknowns dancing in my mind, I didn't think about. I was 20 and planning to study abroad during my junior summer of college in Angers, France. I saved up for the $800 round-trip economy-class ticket (2000) by working three part-time jobs, took the necessary prerequisite courses, conferenced with my professor de Français, and along with not knowing I would need an adapter and converter to at the very least blow-out my hair and curled it, I also didn't think to investigate what jet lag was. Being the first member of my immediate family to travel abroad to Europe, I was figuring it all out for the first time on my own, and jet lag was never a word that popped up in conversations. Fast forward to 2012 and my second trip to France that included England as well. Thankfully I had a close friend who having lived in England for a time and thus traveled back and forth from the west coast to England often, had a few suggestions for combatting jet lag. Nothing worked superbly, but none of the advice hindered my thorough enjoyment of visiting London for the first time, and then returning to Paris. Jet lag persisted, but if it meant I would be able to be in the two countries I loved, it didn't matter a bit. Each trip following the two shared above, 2013, 2017, 2018, 2019, 2022, I have gradually tried to tweak, adjust and determine what works best to mitigate jet lag's effects, and while I have come to the same conclusion as the British Airways pilot above, as he too shares in his recent article in The Financial Times, there are ways to lessen the discomfort and the prolonged effects. But first, it is important to note what jet lag is — any time you travel quickly across two or more time zones and is caused when rapid travel throws off our circadian rhythm - the biological clock that helps control when we wake and fall asleep (source) The more readers I hear from and fellow travelers I meet, the more I realize that where you are traveling from (home departure city), thus the amount of time difference you are undergoing, makes a difference, and so I decided to write specifically from my experience as a traveler from the west coast of the United States venturing to Western Europe where most of my excursions take me. With that said, as many readers/listeners of TSLL blog/The Simple Sophisticate podcast are Francophiles and/or Anglophiles and our destinations are the same even if our departure city is different, it is my hope that some of the tips shared today may be applicable when tailored to your flying itinerary. ~Note to readers: More details are discussed in the audio version of this episode than are shared below, so be sure to tune in. 1.Depart in the early afternoon When scheduling past trips, excluding my most recent trip in 2022, I selected early morning flights to give myself more time at my desired destination. As well, often earlier flights in the day were a bit less expensive (I have not noticed this to be the case as of late, but in the past). However, when taking the most direct flight possible, leaving in the afternoon on the west coast has the arrival time in France or England in the early evening the following day which lends itself well to having a nice meal before exhaustedly going to sleep in a comfortable bed. As well, leaving in the afternoon gives you time to gradually begin the day, go through your regular routines, partake in a healthy 30-minute or hour-long exercise routine, and generally, prepare to sit for a very long time. When I am able to exercise and not feel rushed, the rest of the day and any unknowns that pop up are easier to navigate, and I can more easily relax since my body has had the opportunity to fully move, stretch and receive what it needs. 2. Arrive in the late evening in Europe If leaving in the early afternoon is not an option, at least try to schedule your arrival time in Europe in the early evening for the reasons shared above. Whether you were able to catch some sleep on the plane or not, your mind as well as your body is tired and after being fed well in your destination city, wants to stretch out and relax. Rather than fight trying to stay awake until night arrives should you arrive in the morning or early afternoon, when you arrive in the evening, you don't have to fight your body and just let it do what it yearns for. 3. The fewer connecting flights the better If at all possible, scheduling-wise and/or budget-wise, choose a direct flight, or the closest thing to it (I have to take a short hop from Redmond to an international airport, typically Seattle, Portland or San Fran, and then my international flight departs to Europe from there). Not only do you save time, but it is less stressful, thus it doesn't exhaust your mind unnecessarily which is already going to be confused when you arrive due to the time change. Mind exhaustion on top of jet lag prolongs your ability to adjust, and the shorter the hop, the less stress incurred. The many farms seen in the countryside in Normandy. 4. Try to sleep on the flight Even if for only a few hours, do your best to find a way to experience real sleep. Real sleep where the hours invisibly whisk by and you wake up feeling somewhat, if not quite a bit, rested and energized. In my experience, the fewer hours I am able to sleep on the trip, the harder/longer jet lag is to recover from on that particular end of the trip. 5. Invest in Business Class if/when possible In episode #329 I shared my experience flying Business Class on British Airways during my recent trip in April 2022 to Britain and France. Needless to say, even if it takes a bit longer to save up for each subsequent trip abroad in order to fly in such comfort, I will do it. It is worth it, largely because of the reduction of stress and my ability to sleep well. And as I shared in #4 above, when you sleep well during the flight, you reduce (not eliminate) jet lag. My flight to Europe in Business Class provided more than 4 hours of sleep, and while I did feel the effects of jet lagged for about two days upon arrival, this was far better than it has been in the past. No doubt my excitement being back in Paris helped to overcome some of the feeling, but as I assessed what else may have contributed to an easing of this expected feeling of exhaustion, confusion, malaise and inability to sleep naturally, the one primary variable that was different was the flight I chose and the amount of sleep and quality of sleep I received. My seat in Business Class on British Airways, bedding products from The White Company 6. Hydrate as much as possible while flying While toasting with sparkling wine as the journey begins is tempting and certainly something I enjoy doing as well, refrain from too much alcohol as it dehydrates you. Instead, seek out as much water as you can, and even the multiple bathroom-runs are good for you as it gets you up and out of your seat which is an activity that sets your circadian rhythm. The more you can do to set your circadian rhythm to knowing when it needs to be awake and when it needs to rest (the reason why airlines dim the cabin light uniformly for everyone and set the meals as they do), the more quickly your mind will be able to settle into the new sleep schedule. 7. Take a hot bath before bed Whether at your travel destination or when you arrive home, just before you want to go to bed, take a hot bath as this helps to relax the body and interestingly enough, drop the body temperature which helps you fall asleep. A deep soak of a bath at The Savoy while staying in London. Take the tour of our stay in this detailed post. 8. Begin to simulate, ever so slightly and gradually, the new time zone before you leave While a subtle shift at home may not seem beneficial, for me, this is actually quite possible as I like to go to bed early, and an excuse to go to bed one hour sooner, wake up one hour earlier is not a detriment. Of course, this will depend on your work and home schedule, but if you can, it may reduce jet lag a bit so it won't last as long when you arrive. 9. Be gentle and patient with yourself, gradually shift into the new time schedule Our brains are wonderful tools, but it takes time to change them, and that includes its sleep schedule. When our sleep schedule becomes disrupted, our mind is confused as to what it is supposed to do, so be gentle and patient with it. When I returned home this past April, it took about 7-10 days to get over my jet lag. Finding myself falling asleep on the sofa at 5pm with eyelids I could not bribe to stay open at any cost, I let myself fall asleep, and pushed myself to stay awake an hour later each night until I was finally back to my regular bedtime routine. With all of that said . . . 10. Understand there are many jet lag remedies, but honor what works for you I won't list the suggestions I have received over the years I haven't found helpful for me, or the beliefs from other travelers about what is most difficult (direction of flight) because what is true for them is true for them. However, sharing what has worked and why I have discovered it does work, had I been able to understand these truths, is something I would have loved to have known earlier in my travels but likely could not have known. Knowing that I needed to, for want of a better phrase, 'feel my way' through jet lag to figure out what happens and how I respond to it gave me the tools to figure out how to reduce its effects that most negatively affected me. Self-awareness not only helps you live a life you love living in a general over-arching way; it also affords you helpful insights in how to work well with jet lag to best fit your needs to ensure the best trip and experience possible. For example, as an HSP, sleep is especially important, whereas for non-HSPs being able to function well on 5-7 hours of sleep may be no problem. Not so in my case, so now that I know the value of sleep for my well-being, I invest in ensuring I receive a good night of sleep when I travel as I want to enjoy my trip as much as possible, and that includes on the flight. When we have the fortunate opportunity to travel abroad and cross many time zones, the price of jet lag is a small price to expense, but being aware of how it affects our minds and physical well-being is helpful so that we don't blame our mental lag on the destination but rather our mind's gradual settling in to the new time zone we have taken it to. Wishing you many wonderful trips and stamps in your passport! Bon Voyage! Petit Plaisir ~Herbed Salmon ~click here for the full recipe. ~Top image: arriving in London, looking out over Kensington, Royal Albert Hall
The status of ethnic diversity on FTSE Boards It is five years since the 2017 publication of the first report into Ethnic Diversity of UK boards by Sir John Parker and the Parker Review Steering Committee. Over the last five years, we have seen changes in diversity and inclusion, and it is a huge success that as of today, 94 FTSE100 companies have met the target. But while much has been achieved, there can be no grounds for complacency, and it is clear that more needs to happen.In this podcast, Dr Sabine Dembkowski talks with David Tyler, who has recently taken over from Sir John Parker as Chair of the Parker Review. David Tyler is currently the Chair of Domestic & General, The White Company and Imagr. He is one of the most respected and admired Chairs in the UK, having also served in this role at several other companies, including Sainsbury's, Hammerson and Logica.Some of the key takeaways of the conversation include:"I hope listed companies can be a beacon for other organisations"Since 2017, the number of FTSE 100 companies with someone from an ethnic minority background on the board has doubled, from 47% to 94%. In terms of directorship, this has also doubled, from 8% to 16% directors. "What's important is the mindset's changed"David outlines how diversity is important in a wider cultural sense. The benefits of diversity around the board table are now largely accepted, with many companies wanting to show their employees and outsiders that people from ethnic minorities can succeed."Only when you have the data can you do something about it"Firstly, companies need to know their diversity data, which means that people need to self-declare how they identify. This enables a company to monitor percentages of any particular group of people, such as those at executive committee level. Without this data, it is impossible to measure your position and progress, understand who is leaving, progressing well in the company, and why. "Show the direction you're going"Secondly, targets for minority ethnic participation need to be set – and not just at board level, which the Parker review focussed on. "You don't have to reinvent anything"Third, David feels the heart of what companies need to do is to create if they don't already have it, an inclusive culture throughout the organisation. This is a culture where everybody feels safe, secure, and valued and where everybody experiences fair and happy working conditions. "From little things, big issues can arise"Fourth, David warns that 'microaggressions' must not be tolerated. Examples of these might include ignoring people from a different ethnicity, not looking them in the eye, interrupting them, and allowing inappropriate or even hurtful "banter," and so forth. Good companies should not tolerate such behaviours. "Get the tone from the top set in the right way"Finally, he advocates that management needs to be seen as driving this issue forward from the top, believing that if people in senior positions show they are working at this, others will follow their example. The three top takeaways from our conversation are:1. Companies that are more diverse are more likely to succeed because there is more room for debate and less potential for 'groupthink.'2. A more diverse company reflects a more diverse society. It is not just about profit but also about contributing to society, showing that anyone can succeed, and encouraging more people to engage.3. This can both enhance the economy and make companies more competitive.
Disclaimer: The following episode was recorded before the new fireteam rules were known. The WIP12 Podcast team still thinks there will be much to enjoy from this episode. Welcome to the WIP 12 Podcast, A podcast all about Infinity the Game with our (new!) host for this episode, Kyle and our special guest, Kevin. Kyle has told us about Military Orders and Kevin gave us insight on White Company. On this episode they will recap their experience with both sectorials at the Operation Brainfreeze Tournament. Show Note Links: Infinity Global league discord: https://discord.gg/AeS3m3uBFs Website: https://www.infinitygloballeague.com/ --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/wip12podcast/message
Sarah Hansford has worked in fashion retail for over 25 years, starting as a graduate trainee with Marks and Spencer where she launched the fashion jewellery department and pioneered new packaging concepts and product innovation. Over the years, she worked for a supplier for leading high fashion retailers, as well as prestigious brands like DKNY, The White Company, and the Arcadia Group, where she was Senior Buyer for accessories, hosiery, and lingerie. Her most recent role was with QVC, where she gained a wider knowledge of multi-channel retail and an interest in brand management and strategy. She then launched her own fashion consulting agency for sustainable brands, re-Create to share her experience and knowledge of retail. In this interview, Sarah and I talked about the transition from a 9-5 job to running her own business, the limiting beliefs she had to overcome to achieve success, sustainability in fashion, and so much more. Let's dive in! In this episode: Welcome Sarah! Her story and how she started her own fashion consulting business, Re-Create Consulting. [02:03] What was it like for Sarah to transition from a stable job to running her own business? [04:19] How Sarah made her own luck and achieved success in her business from very early on. [08:18] How did Sarah get comfortable with self-promotion and putting herself out there? [10:08] How getting support from a business coach helped Sarah get comfortable charging her worth. [12:14] How Sarah seeks out ideal clients - and the temptation of working with just about anyone when you're worried about putting food on the table. [15:11] How do you know as a consumer when a fashion brand is really sustainable? [17:46] Fashion alterations you can do at home to give new life to old clothes. [22:47] The real environmental cost of returning clothes and why you should try to minimise that as much as possible. [23:22] What changes has Sarah seen in sustainable fashion over the years? [26:07] What are the main challenges sustainable fashion brands face right now? [28:11] How did Sarah know that working in fashion was her calling? [29:39] Sarah worked in so many different roles in the fashion industry. Did she struggle to find the right fit or did she love all her roles? [31:26] How does Sarah decide which projects to focus on at any given time? [34:27] What's one habit or belief that has improved Sarah's life the most in the past 3 years? [37:04] Sarah's advice on how multi-passionates can create a business and life around all their passions. [40:42] What did Sarah think she would be doing and how is what she's doing now better than that? [43:21] Parting words and how to connect with Sarah. [44:40] Resources: Find out more about Sarah and her work at: https://re-createconsulting.com/ Follow Sarah on Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sarah-hansford-85857011b/ Follow Sarah on Instagram: www.instagram.com/recreateconsulting Connect with Giorgia on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/giorgia.guazzarotti/
1. Yemen in the 60s 2. Mercenaries in the ancient world 3. Medieval mercenaries 4. Nineteenth Century 5. Twentieth century 6. TodayMercenaries are once again in the news. And Russian use of the Wagner Group in Ukraine has raised everyone's interest. Yet mercenaries go back a long way, and even a pharaoh used hired help to defeat an aggressor on his boarders. In the Middle Ages, there was the White Company who helped Florence achieve prominence and dominate the surrounding region. There were too the famed pikemen of Switzerland, who were employed by France and the German states to defeat all adversaries on the battlefield. In Constantinople, the Varangian Guard helped secure the future of the city state's rulers. But there is always the risk that the paid foreigner will change sides, and throughout history mercenaries have been used to under mine regimes and mount palace coups. In the 1960s and 1970s, Africa became the hub for such ventures, and money and blood diamonds were often the key and catalyst for such escapades. Mercenaries were made famous by the likes of Mad Mike Hoare and captured in best selling thrillers such as Fredrick Forsyth's The Dogs of War.So it goes,Tom Assheton & James JacksonReading reference:The Dogs of War by Fredrick Forsyth read by David HartleySee also:YouTube: BloodyViolentHistoryhttps://www.instagram.com/bloodyviolenthistory/https://www.jamesjacksonbooks.comhttps://www.tomtom.co.uk If you enjoy the podcast, would you please leave a short review on Apple Podcasts/iTunes, Spotify or Google Podcast App? It takes less than 60 seconds, and it really helps to spread the wordSee https://simplecast.com/privacy/ for privacy information
Welcome to the WIP 12 Podcast, A podcast all about Infinity the Game with our host for this episode, Raymon and our special guest, Kevin. We are going to deepdive into White Company and talk about what is good, bad and/or ugly in this Mercenary Force. Show Note Links: Infinity Global league discord: https://discord.gg/AeS3m3uBFs Website: https://www.infinitygloballeague.com/ Lists: Brainfreeze Frostbyte g40Nd2hpdGUtY29tcGFueR5CcmFpbmZyZWV6ZSAxLTE1LTIyIEZyb3N0Ynl0Z SCBLAIBCwCAhQECAACGFAEDAACE3gEFAAABAQkAAIHQAQEAAHoBBAA AgIoBAQAAgKEBAQAAhbUBBAAAhN4BAwAAhdYBBwACAwCGHgEEAAATA QEAABMBAQA%3D Brainfreeze Mindwipe and Decapitation g40Nd2hpdGUtY29tcGFueS1CQUlORlJFRVpFIDEtMTUtMjIgTWluZHdpcGUgYW5kIE RlY2FwaXRhdGlvbiCBLAIBCgCGIgEDAACAhgEFAACAhgEEAACGFAEEAACE3gEFA ACB0AEBAAABAQEAAAEBCQAAhdwBAQAAEwEBAAIFACQBAgAAg7YBAgAAhbUB BAAAEgEBAAATAQEA Hacking Powerhouse g40Nd2hpdGUtY29tcGFueRMgaGFja2luZyBwb3dlcmhvdXNlgSwCAQoAgVIBBAA AhdYBBwAAhN4BAwAAhN4BBQAABQEKAACB0AEBAAABAQkAAAEBCgAAhb UBBAAAgIYBBQACBQCDtgECAACFtQEEAACAigEBAACAoQEBAAAkAQEA Standard Karhu Duo g40Nd2hpdGUtY29tcGFueRJTdGFuZGFyZCBrYXJodSBkdW%2BBLAIBCgAFAQo AAITeAQUAAAEBCQAAgdABAQAAAQEKAAB6AQQAAHoBBAAAhbUBBQAAhc0 BAwAAhc0BBQACBQCFtQEEAACAhgEFAAAkAQEAAIO2AQIAABMBAQA%3D Frostbyte HI version g40Nd2hpdGUtY29tcGFueShCcmFpbmZyZWV6ZSAxLTE1LTIyIEZyb3N0Ynl0ZSBI SSB2ZXJzaW9ugSwCAQoAhhQBAwAAhN4BBQAABQEKAACB0AEBAAABAQkA AAEBBgAABQEIAACE3gEDAACF1gEDAACFtQEEAAIFAIYeAQQAABMBAQAAgI oBAQAAgKEBAQAAEwEBAA%3D%3D 9 HI g40Nd2hpdGUtY29tcGFueQQ5IEhJgSwCAQsAhN4BBQAAhdYBBAAAhdYBBQAA BQEGAACF1gEHAAAFAQgAAIXWAQMAAITeAQMAAITeAQQAAIChAQEAAIW1A QUAAgEAEwEBAA%3D%3D Kaplans g40Nd2hpdGUtY29tcGFueQdrYXBsYW5zgSwCAQoAhN4BBQAAgVIBBAAAhhQB BAAAgVIBBwAAgdABAQAAegEEAAB6AQQAAIFSAQUAAITeAQMAAIXWAQcAA gQAJAECAAATAQEAABMBAQAAhbUBBQA%3D --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/wip12podcast/message
Welcome to the WIP 12 Podcast, A podcast all about Infinity the Game with our host for this episode, Raymon and our special guest, Kevin. We are going to deepdive into White Company and talk about what is good, bad and/or ugly in this Mercenary Force. Show Note Links: Infinity Global league discord: https://discord.gg/AeS3m3uBFs Website: https://www.infinitygloballeague.com/ Lists: Brainfreeze Frostbyte g40Nd2hpdGUtY29tcGFueR5CcmFpbmZyZWV6ZSAxLTE1LTIyIEZyb3N0Ynl0Z SCBLAIBCwCAhQECAACGFAEDAACE3gEFAAABAQkAAIHQAQEAAHoBBAA AgIoBAQAAgKEBAQAAhbUBBAAAhN4BAwAAhdYBBwACAwCGHgEEAAATA QEAABMBAQA%3D Brainfreeze Mindwipe and Decapitation g40Nd2hpdGUtY29tcGFueS1CQUlORlJFRVpFIDEtMTUtMjIgTWluZHdpcGUgYW5kIE RlY2FwaXRhdGlvbiCBLAIBCgCGIgEDAACAhgEFAACAhgEEAACGFAEEAACE3gEFA ACB0AEBAAABAQEAAAEBCQAAhdwBAQAAEwEBAAIFACQBAgAAg7YBAgAAhbUB BAAAEgEBAAATAQEA Hacking Powerhouse g40Nd2hpdGUtY29tcGFueRMgaGFja2luZyBwb3dlcmhvdXNlgSwCAQoAgVIBBAA AhdYBBwAAhN4BAwAAhN4BBQAABQEKAACB0AEBAAABAQkAAAEBCgAAhb UBBAAAgIYBBQACBQCDtgECAACFtQEEAACAigEBAACAoQEBAAAkAQEA Standard Karhu Duo g40Nd2hpdGUtY29tcGFueRJTdGFuZGFyZCBrYXJodSBkdW%2BBLAIBCgAFAQo AAITeAQUAAAEBCQAAgdABAQAAAQEKAAB6AQQAAHoBBAAAhbUBBQAAhc0 BAwAAhc0BBQACBQCFtQEEAACAhgEFAAAkAQEAAIO2AQIAABMBAQA%3D Frostbyte HI version g40Nd2hpdGUtY29tcGFueShCcmFpbmZyZWV6ZSAxLTE1LTIyIEZyb3N0Ynl0ZSBI SSB2ZXJzaW9ugSwCAQoAhhQBAwAAhN4BBQAABQEKAACB0AEBAAABAQkA AAEBBgAABQEIAACE3gEDAACF1gEDAACFtQEEAAIFAIYeAQQAABMBAQAAgI oBAQAAgKEBAQAAEwEBAA%3D%3D 9 HI g40Nd2hpdGUtY29tcGFueQQ5IEhJgSwCAQsAhN4BBQAAhdYBBAAAhdYBBQAA BQEGAACF1gEHAAAFAQgAAIXWAQMAAITeAQMAAITeAQQAAIChAQEAAIW1A QUAAgEAEwEBAA%3D%3D Kaplans g40Nd2hpdGUtY29tcGFueQdrYXBsYW5zgSwCAQoAhN4BBQAAgVIBBAAAhhQB BAAAgVIBBwAAgdABAQAAegEEAAB6AQQAAIFSAQUAAITeAQMAAIXWAQcAA gQAJAECAAATAQEAABMBAQAAhbUBBQA%3D --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/wip12podcast/message
In this week's podcast Ian interviewed Oliver Spark, former CEO of The White Company and the CEO & Founder of Sweet Analytics. Oliver Spark's Contact Info: Oliver.Spark@sweetanalytics.com P.S. Whenever you're ready... here are 4 ways Ian and I can help you grow your ecommerce business: 1. Grab a copy of our book It's the roadmap to recruiting new customers, driving repeat business, and scaling your ecommerce business. — Click Here 2. Join the Ultimate Guide To Ecommerce group and connect with ecommerce owners who are scaling too It's our new Facebook community where smart ecommerce owners learn to get more income, impact, and independence. — Click Here 3. Join our CLIENTS Program and get growing. If you're looking to accelerate: we are working with a few ecommerce owners to help them add an extra 20k to their revenue — without adding any more complexity. If you'd like to get some growth this month, book a call with us. - Click Here 4. Work with me and my team privately If you'd like to work directly with me and my team to take you from 7 to 8 figures... just book a call with us and with the word “Private”... tell me a little about your business and what you'd like to work on together, and we'll get you all the details. - Book here
In this week's episode of Sisterhood Works, hosted by our co-founder Anna Jones, Chrissie Rucker OBE, founder of lifestyle brand, The White Company, reveals how she built her phenomenal empire. Anna will take you behind the scenes of Chrissie's work and straight into the story of her career progression. They discuss everything from leadership challenges to the importance of positive role models, and what each of us can do to help encourage women to start their own businesses, reflecting Chrissie's work on the ‘Women Supporting Women' initiative. Chrissie will be sharing advice from her 27 year career, how she has navigated the ever-changing world of retail to become one of the UK's fastest-growing multi-channel retailers, and that ever-elusive ambition of work/life 'balance'. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Hola amigos! We're still soaking up the sun in Spain, but have found time between tanning (and filming) to recommend all sorts: a helpful swimming cap, a CCTV camera, a hit TV show and cookies. Find us @makingthecutpodcast on instagram to send us your recommendations and for the best experience listen on the Entale app.01:15 - Casares, Spain - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Casares,_M%C3%A1laga04:13 - Making the Cut Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/makingthecutpodcast/06:10 - The Karen Arthur - https://www.instagram.com/thekarenarthur/?hl=en07:30 - Swin Scarf - https://www.instagram.com/swimscarf/?hl=en11:13 - Calm Zone - https://www.instagram.com/calmzone/?hl=en16:50 - Blink Mini - https://www.amazon.co.uk/introducing-blink-mini-compact-indoor-plug-in-smart-security-camera-1080-hd-video-motion-detection-works-with-alexa/dp/B07X37DT9M19:49 - How to Spot Hidden Cameras - https://www.indy100.com/viral/airbnb-hidden-camera-hotel-room-b191423721:23 - White Lotus - https://www.imdb.com/title/tt13406094/31:40 - 9/11 Turning Point - https://www.imdb.com/title/tt15260794/36:29 - Blondies Kitchen - https://www.blondieskitchen.co.uk/39:22 - The White Company - https://www.thewhitecompany.com/uk/41:11 - Soho Home - https://www.sohohome.com/43:59 - Gregory Porter Liquid Spirit - https://open.spotify.com/album/15xib2vTPNBZtpHqKX3Gf045:33 - Coldplay Howard Stone - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vUnWFsc5WBU50:11 - Worth on IMDB - https://www.imdb.com/title/tt8009744/52:02 - The Last Mountain - https://www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/m00103ms53:30 - Golden Bar Spread - https://www.you.co.uk/ms-caramilk-golden-chocolate-spread/ See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
@Bnosanchuk and @TheJDStaley bring you several media recommendations as they are #LateToTheParty!!! JD shares his thoughts of John Malkovich's Color Me Kubrick on Prime, about an imposter who posed as the famous director. He also watched a documentary on infamous Melvin Van Peebles How to Eat Your Watermelon in White Company (and Enjoy It), on Prime. Encapsulates the historic artists career through six decades. They are all over the map with plenty of useless information...coming your way! Twitter: @SPENTradio @Bnosanchuk @theJDStaley www.SPENT.media
S3E45 Conan Doyle's historical novel The White Company is today's subject; another of Edinburgh's most famous literary residents tackling material previously used by Shakespeare. A tale of a ragtag gang of archers in the Hundred Year's War, The White Company was once the most widely published historical novel after Ivanhoe. So why is it so rarely read today? Joining Ash to discuss The White Company is journalist and biographer Andrew Lycett, who has published two books on Conan Doyle, including a celebrated biography from 2007. Tune in next time to hear more about Andrew's work, and in the meantime check out his publications here: Amazon.co.uk : andrew lycett Title Music: 'Not Drunk' by The Joy Drops. All other music by Epidemic Sound. Sound Bite: Most Haunted Live www.patreon.com/earreadthis @earreadthis earreadthis@gmail.com facebook.com/earreadthis
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”Discover the great ideas that lie inside you by discovering the power of sleep.” – Arianna Huffington, author of The Sleep Revolution Awaking without an alarm clock. Letting the body and mind in tandem wake up after having receiving the necessary amounts of sleep, my goal as I move forward in life is to have more mornings awoken only by the morning murmurs of the fresh air, the birdsong, the quiet of the house as the sun begins to gently start the day. If you have ever experienced jet lag, you know what it feels like, what it sounds like when your body and mind to speak, asking, "Why aren't we sleeping right now?". Whether you are traveling across multiple time zones or not, your body and mind need deep consistent rest, and when we listen to and honor what we hear, we begin to live a life of healthy harmony. We are better able to manage our emotions, stay present, be patient, think clearing and so much more. Sharing the nine benefits of a good night's sleep a couple of years ago, I have no doubt you know the importance and value of a good night's sleep, but knowing and creating a space in our sanctuaries to offer a nightly restful slumber can be two different things. Today, inspired by the completion of my primary bedroom's restyling (stop by next week on the blog for a tour - before and after photos included along with all of the details, links and decisions behind the choices), I wanted to introduce next week's post with a post sharing 36 Bedtime Daily Rituals and Essential Details for a restful slumber. To know what we need is one thing. To know how to cultivate it can be a bit more difficult to ascertain, but what I have learned over the years having never used an alarm clock during my teenage years, the daily necessary ingredient for an everyday of contentment is a good night's sleep. Forward thinking as well as remaining in the present are advisable for living a life of contentment as well; however, reflecting upon times in our life when we felt contentment can be incredibly helpful. And so it was my reflection on my teenage years, reminding me of how I lived which enabled me to live without an alarm clock and still live a full life, rise early enough to begin the day without rush and reduce or eliminate my worries. While taking time, two decades in fact, my bedroom decor as well as my daily rituals surrounding sleep cultivate a necessary portion of daily life I deeply savor, look foward to and find incredibly life lifting when I consciously prioritize my sleep which has been essential to enjoying my days. First the concrete essential details present in the bedroom to assist in cultivating an inviting and restful bedroom: ~Be sure to tune in to the audio version as much more detail is shared on each item in the lists below. Essential Details 1.Easily accessible and easy to utilize dimmable bedside table lamps or wall sconces 2. Tranquil wall covering - paint or wallpaper 3. Small trays on the bedside table(s) 4. A full glass of water and carafe 5. Linen sheets and pillowcases - year round -Santorini Linen sheets (choose linen, not cotton as they have both available in the same name from The White Company), I sleep in these as well as alternate with French vintage linen sheets I found in France. -Parachute also makes high quality linen sheets in many different colors. -Learn more about linen - French Linen: The Fields, The History and Why it is a Truly Luxurious Fabric 6. A top blanket for napping during the day 7. Lavender (or one's favorite scent for calm) hand lotion 8. Lip balm 9. Candles and match striker 10. Writing utensil 11. Journal 12. Books for reading which calm the mind 13. Window treatment enabling you to open your window and provide privacy when needed 14. A bolster (or traversin in French) 15. Natural light 16. A mix of prints and solids, textures and fabrics 17. Include the three pillars of tangible decor details - (1) natural fabrics, (2) metals and (3) natural material (i.e. (1) linen, cotton, wool; (2) brass or silver, etc. - stick to the same hue, finish may vary; (3) wood, bamboo, seagrass, etc. 18. For a calm aesthetic - Select three colors and vary the hues ”Sleep helps you win at life.” – Amy Poehler Limit or remove: access to the internet (phone, tablet, computer) excessive photos and décor (cluttered walls, table tops, shelves, etc.) bright overhead lighting or fluorescent lighting television décor items holding reminders of pain, loss, or hurt dust and dirt and laundry or tossed about clothing (clean the bedroom regularly as a way to be mindful of the importance of the time you spend in the space, of course for basic cleanliness as well) Bedtime Daily Rituals AM 0. Gently turn on bedside light (why dimmable lamps are a necessity) 1.Finish drinking the glass of water by the bed which had been poured prior to going to bed the night before 2.Before rising, thoughtfully contemplate one or two things you are grateful for (journal or write down if you prefer) 3. Read or listen to a page or a chapter of something inspiring (sans internet) such as a book or turn on calm music I prefer classical in the morning, but choose something to lift you well into the day 4. Let the natural daylight in when possible 5. Open the windows (if they aren't already open) to hear the birdsong during the spring 6. Rise and put on your slippers and dressing gown/robe PM 1. Set room/house temperature to desired levels 2. Prepare the pups for bed - final bathroom outing, blanket or dog bed preparation 3. Draw window treatments as preferred and open window (if preferred) 4. Turn on sleep timer for any music or listening element you enjoy before falling asleep 5. Situate the pillows Bolster goes behind the sleeping pillow and large decorative Euros are removed 6. Use hand and foot lotion, lip balm (as desired) 7. Pour a full glass of water and place in the tray bedside 8. Light a candle (if preferred) or spritz the bed linens with a favorite scent 9. Remove slippers and dressing gown/robe, placing nearby for easy access in the morning 10. Journal any thoughts, putting the day to bed 11. Read a book that does not add drama or worry, but rather brings a smile or tickles the mind 12. Lights out (if I cannot sleep, deep breathing practice - 6-count inhale, 6-count exhale - and before I realize it, I have fallen asleep as it stops my mind from thinking and lets it relax) ”Sleep is the best meditation.” – Dalai Lama While decorating our sleeping space in a way to personalize is incredibly helpful, what I have discovered over the years is I am more often removing items rather than adding them to my bedroom. In so doing, the room's restfulness improves, my sleep deepens and there are fewer items to preoccupy my mind (or trip over). Keeping it simple, keeping it thoughtful with our intentionality and choices, investing in quality, yep, cultivating a simply luxuriously sleep space, is to live well and more specifically sleep well. Because when we sleep well, our waking hours are far more positive and fruitful and simply, incredibly enjoyable. :) An Essential Skill for the Most Peace-filled and Resilient Life ~Learn more about becoming a TOP Tier subscriber to enjoy exclusive content including all TSLL's Home Tours. 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Xanthe is a photographer, video creator, stop motion artist and educator. A wide variety of projects keeps her photography and film making business buzzing with activity. From her beginnings in lifestyle portrait photography for families and women, to guiding and inspiring others to start shooting video and make their own films, through her workshops and online film courses. She has worked with many leading UK brands, such as Boden, Cath Kidston, The White Company, Twinings, Penguin Books, Warner Music, Etsy UK to name just a few – creating videos, stop motions and photos to be shared across their social media channels. Find out more about how she work over here…You can find out more about Sarah's Click Photoschool Breakout, Filmmaking For Photographers. If you are interested in having Sarah mentor you click here for more information. Also if you want a bit more Dan in your life, check out his long form interview podcast Dan's Interview Show.
In Season 2, Episode 6 Simon talks to Nick Wheeler. Nick Wheeler first had the idea for Charles Tyrwhitt shirts - to make the best shirts, using only the finest materials, at great value, with unbeatable service - whilst studying Geography at Bristol University in 1986;. He used his middle names - Charles Tyrwhitt – more anonymous (and better sounding!) than “Nick Wheeler shirts” The first brochure was a one-page leaflet with 8 shirts and 8 ties. The product range has developed from just shirts and ties to suits, shoes and a full casual offering. Today the business is a multi-channel retailer and a leading British brand. The company grew rapidly to sales of £220M in 2018, but then hit Covid… Charles Tyrwhitt's mission today remains true to Nick's founding principles - to provide quality and value, and to deliver them to the customer with unrivalled customer service. Nick is also a non-executive director of The White Company. He is married to Chrissie Rucker, founder of the White Company. They have four children and live in Oxfordshire. Nick was awarded an OBE for services for retail in December 2017.
In Season 2, Episode 6 Simon talks to Nick Wheeler. Nick Wheeler first had the idea for Charles Tyrwhitt shirts - to make the best shirts, using only the finest materials, at great value, with unbeatable service - whilst studying Geography at Bristol University in 1986;. He used his middle names - Charles Tyrwhitt – more anonymous (and better sounding!) than “Nick Wheeler shirts” The first brochure was a one-page leaflet with 8 shirts and 8 ties. The product range has developed from just shirts and ties to suits, shoes and a full casual offering. Today the business is a multi-channel retailer and a leading British brand. The company grew rapidly to sales of £220M in 2018, but then hit Covid… Charles Tyrwhitt's mission today remains true to Nick's founding principles - to provide quality and value, and to deliver them to the customer with unrivalled customer service. Nick is also a non-executive director of The White Company. He is married to Chrissie Rucker, founder of the White Company. They have four children and live in Oxfordshire. Nick was awarded an OBE for services for retail in December 2017.
In Season 2, Episode 6 Simon talks to Nick Wheeler. Nick Wheeler first had the idea for Charles Tyrwhitt shirts - to make the best shirts, using only the finest materials, at great value, with unbeatable service - whilst studying Geography at Bristol University in 1986;. He used his middle names - Charles Tyrwhitt – more anonymous (and better sounding!) than “Nick Wheeler shirts” The first brochure was a one-page leaflet with 8 shirts and 8 ties. The product range has developed from just shirts and ties to suits, shoes and a full casual offering. Today the business is a multi-channel retailer and a leading British brand. The company grew rapidly to sales of £220M in 2018, but then hit Covid… Charles Tyrwhitt's mission today remains true to Nick's founding principles - to provide quality and value, and to deliver them to the customer with unrivalled customer service. Nick is also a non-executive director of The White Company. He is married to Chrissie Rucker, founder of the White Company. They have four children and live in Oxfordshire. Nick was awarded an OBE for services for retail in December 2017.
This week Holly welcomes two titans of industry. Mary Homer, CEO of The White Company and Wayne Hemingway MBE, designer and co founder of Red or Dead and Hemingway Design. With a shared passion and knowledge in retail, Mary and Wayne impart years of industry knowledge and expertise with us. Sharing their vision of the future of bricks and mortar and what we can all do to save it. SME: SOS is a topical podcast to support small businesses through this turbulent time. Offering advice from experts and founders, this episode is designed to empower and support you through practical tips, advice and real life experiences. This SME: SOS podcast episode is brought to you with thanks to Dell Technologies. Follow Holly and #SMESOS on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hollytucker/?hl=en
In Conversation With...Founders of The White Company & Annoushka JewellerySL's Founder & Editor Georgie is joined by two of the UK's leading business women – Chrissie Rucker OBE & Annoushka Ducas MBE. Founders of The White Company and Annoushka Jewellery, respectively, the duo are also patrons of Women Supporting Women for The Prince's Trust. On 13th October, they'll be launching #TheBrilliantBreakfast – a fundraiser supporting vulnerable young women affected by Covid-19. The three catch up on how they have coped and adapted amid the pandemic & more about their plan to get the nation hosting their own breakfast for this important cause…Find more information here: TheBrilliantBreakfast.co.uk See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
Welcome to episode 22 of Turning the Tables and a different kind of story.A story about business and in today's terms, the rather an unfashionable story, of building a wholly-owned, global shirt business over the long haul of over 30 years. A story about learning from your failures, a story about belief, focus, determination and commitment.In an era when society seems to worship the short term, venture capital-backed, Unicorn, entrepreneurship model, my guest, Nick Wheeler's business approach is something of a rarity.Founded in 1986, over the last 30 years, Nick has steadily built his Charles Tyhritt clothing business to over £200m, operating in countries all over the world and employing 1,300 people.Nick is also married to Chrissy Rucker founder of the similarly successful White Company, another business that does not have outside investment and has followed a similar business model.In our conversation we talk about;How his early failures with a photography and Xmas tree and children's clothes business taught him lessons that paved the way for the development of the CT shirt businessHow an entrepreneurial spirit and a hatred for authority, meant even from the early days he was destined to start his own business and be in control of his destiny.The benefits of a paternalistic business model that values people and culture alongside profitand finally his advice to young entrepreneurs who are just starting.In the COVID era when over-leveraged businesses have suffered, the benefits of a longer-term view may now have a resurgence. Only time will tell.In the era of the quick fix and the rapid transformation, Nick's story makes a compelling case for the tortoise over the hare and the many benefits of just plugging away at it.Listen and share your stories about this episode on theTurning the Tables podcast community page on Facebook.And on Instagram TurningtheTablespodcastEpisode CreditEditor and sound engineer: Tim White email: showupnow@gmail.comHost: Simon RatcliffeMusic:Broken Elegance -UnconditionallyRiver Meditation - AudioautixAcoustic Guitar - Audioautix
Misty Copeland is the most famous ballet dancer in the world. Which means that throughout her career, she's had to consistently break down barriers. For background: Misty made history when she became the first Black female principal dancer with the American Ballet Theatre. And now, her reach extends beyond the dance world through her books, philanthropy, and advocacy. Her new children's book “Bunheads” comes out this September. In this episode, Misty shares how she gained confidence in herself (9:04), her advice for developing relationships with mentors (19:30), and her go-to dance song (34:41). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
In Episode 287 of MayaCast, Tom and Kip are joined by Professor Willett to talk about John Hawkwood and the White Company; their place in history as well as their place in Infinity the Game. Check out Infinity The Game at infinitythegame.com Thank you to all of our generous Patrons helping us out and supporting the show at Patreon. Full show notes at https://mayacast.com/
Fight For Profit Soldiers in the Middle Ages fought for King and Country. But what did they do when the wars ended? Not all soldiers retired back to a life of farming or trade. Some men wanted to continue fighting and they fought for profit Medieval Mercenaries rose to prominence in the 13th and 14th centuries. The Mercenary Companies were made up of men from every corner of Europe; Germany, France, England, Spain, Scandinavia, Italy. Mercenary Companies The Mercenaries formed companies, small (and in some cases large) armies of men who would fight for the right price. The Catalan Company, always outnumbered but never at a disadvantage counted around 8,000 men in its ranks. The White Company led by the infamous Sir John Hawkwood, employed over 15,000 men at its peak. Hawkwood was a longbowman for Edward III in the Hundred Years War and fought at both the Battle of Crécy and Poitiers. Further Reading If you are interested in learning more about Medieval Mercenaries below is a list of books I used while researching this episode. Caferro, William. John Hawkwood: an English Mercenary in Fourteenth-Century Italy. Johns Hopkins Univ. Press, 2015 Cooper, Stephen. Sir John Hawkwood: Chivalry and the Art of War. Pen & Sword Military, 2008 D’Amato, Raffaele, and Giuseppe Rava. The Varangian Guard: 988-1453. Osprey, 2010 Deiss, Joseph Jay. Captains of Fortune: Profiles of Six Italian Condottieri. New York, 1967 Keen, Maurice Hugh. Medieval Warfare: A History. Oxford University Press, 1999 Disclaimer: Affiliate links are used on this site. While they don’t cost you anything when you purchase through them they help support Medieval Archives. Lesson Notes In today's lesson we discuss: John Hawkwood and the White Company Albert Sterz Werner von Urslingen and the Great Company Konrad von Landau The Varangian Guard Roger de Flor and the Catalan Company
I just finished the heaviest read so far in my pandemic reads list, Barbara Tuchman’s A Distant Mirror, about the 14th century, loosely an account of the European experience of the Black Deat… https://www.ribbonfarm.com/2020/07/06/notes-a-distant-mirror-by-barbara-tuchman/ Barbara Tuchman’s A Distant Mirrorwhile live-tweeting itEnguerrand de Coucysumptuary lawsPhilip IVpapacy moving to AvignonSimony1320 PastoureauxBattle of CrécyHundred Years Warmiasma theoryflagellantsClement VI 1350 jubileemendicant ordersOrder of the GarterOrder of the StarThe Combat of the ThirtyCharles of NavarreBattle of Poitierscommerce vs guardian syndromesÉtienne MarcelGreat Ordinance of 1357JacquerieTreaty of BretignyEdward III Jean FroissartGeoffrey ChaucerIsabella Kardashian-HiltonHow the Black Death Gave Rise to British Pub Cultureknights vs archers, contemporaneous Indian editionVisconti family of ItalyWhite CompanyJohn HawkwoodGugler warJohn WycliffeseneschalBlack Princea whole bookBrethren of the Free SpiritNicholas OresmeCatherine of SienaPope Urban vs Pope Clement schismEustache DeschampsLouis 1, Duc d’OrleansGrand ButlerMahdia or Barbary CrusadeWenceslasdanse macabrethe new stylefuneral effigiesGuillaume de HersigyCharles VICrusade of Nicopolis
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Welcome to this week's third episode of The Mindset Mentor Meets Podcast which hears Angela interviewing Emma Dark, Customer Operations Director at ASOS.com About our guest An experienced leader with strategic, multi-channel operational and project management experience, Emma directs customer operations at ASOS.com which involves overseeing thousands of customer interactions every day. Emma has a wealth of experience in retail and operations having worked in senior roles at The White Company, Soho House & Co, and Addison Lee. She is a passionate and pragmatic individual who leads from the front inspiring others with her entrepreneurial spirit. About this show Emma shares her the advice she heard as a little girl from her mum and how this has helped her to believe in herself and move forward to achieve amazing things in her career and beyond. She generously shares how she musters to courage to try things she has never done before. Emma doesn't fret if she doesn't know how she is going to do something, instead, she has faith she will make it happen and this means she always figures it out. She goes on to tell us how other people's lack of belief has been a challenge in the past and explains how she has learned to deal with this. An uplifting and inspiring half hour. Keep in touch with Emma: You can link-in with Emma here http;//www.linkedin.com/in/Emma-Dark-15a4918 About the Host Angela Cox, Mindset Mentor is an award-winning behavioural change life coach. She works with leaders and professionals helping them to stop being stuck, build the belief and unleash their absolute potential. To find out more about working with Angela visit http://www.angela-cox.co.uk To follow on social media http://www.linkedin.com/in/angelacoxmindsetmentor http://www.instagram.com/mindset_mentor_angela_cox http://www.facebook.com/mindsetmentorangelacox You can purchase Angela's book, Enough here... https://www.amazon.co.uk/Enough-proves-achieve-anything-believe-ebook/dp/B07D3RZH8J/ref=tmm_kin_swatch_0?_encoding=UTF8&qid=1585036301&sr=8-4
Nick Wheeler is the founder of menswear retailer Charles Tyrwhitt. Launched in 1986 as a mail-order shirt business whilst still at university, the company now has over 40 stores in the UK, Paris and America and a thriving online business which accounts for 65% of sales worldwide. He is also a non-executive director of The White Company, and was awarded an OBE for his services to retail in 2017. In this in-depth conversation, he reflects on his entrepreneurial ventures – from photography to christmas trees, describes the dangers of losing focus whilst running your own business, and explains the importance of inner self-belief to sell products and “kick down doors”.
What started with a brainwave to create a small bedding collection quickly became The White Company, the lifestyle brand that is, 25 years on, a household name. With 60 stores, a 250 million pound annual turnover and a new book under her belt, founder Chrissie Rucker tells Sheerluxe's Georgie Coleridge Cole her success story. From the inspiration behind the brand to how it's grown without investment to how to find the perfect work/life balance, the entrepreneur reveals all. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
In this episode of the podcast I interview Kate Cook, a corporate nutrition coach and we discuss how nutrition and well-being are important in the workplace and for employee happiness and business success. About Kate Cook The Business of Wellness – inspiring healthier lifestyles for better business. Kate Cook gives talks and workshops to business clients empowering their staff to adopt healthier lifestyles. Fresh, creative and practical information is delivered in an interactive style that encourages involvement and engagement. Kate is passionate about making nutritional change easy and effective. She is a highly experienced international speaker and her successful practice methods have secured extensive TV appearances, publishing deals, magazine features and commissions as an international keynote. As founder and director of the Harley Street clinic The Nutrition Coach, Kate has personally worked with more than 7,500 patients face to face and written 7 books including: ‘Get Healthy for Good' (Whole Health), ‘Drop a Dress Size', ‘Shape Up Your Life' and most recently ‘Positive Nutrition – Strategic Eating to Upgrade Your Health and Energy'. TV appearances include UKTV's ‘The Truth About Beauty'. Kate has also delivered a TedX Fidelity International talk on ‘Dishing The Dirt'. Clients Over her 20 year career, Kate has delivered nearly 800 sessions to many top level corporate companies some of whom are listed below: Accenture, Bank of England, Bank of New York Mellon, Christie's Fine Art Auctioneers, Coutts (Zurich), Discovery Channel Europe, EDF Energy, Gardiner and Theobold, Jack Wills, Jones Lang LaSalle, JP Morgan, Land Securities, Landor, London Underground Ltd., Network Rail, Ogilvy & Mather, Origins, Overbury, Oxford University Press, Pret A Manger, Skanska, Time Warner, The White Company. Competition Kate has very kindly offered a copy of her latest book ‘Positive Nutrition – Strategic Eating to Upgrade Your Health and Energy' to one lucky listener. All you need to do is leave a comment in the show notes which can be found at www.adviceforemployers.co.uk/podcast/127 between Thursday 25th July 2019 - Thursday 8th August 2019. The winner will be picked at random on Friday 9th August 2019. Useful Links www.thecorporatenutritioncoach.co.uk www.katecook.biz Please do leave any comments, ideas and best practice below. Please ensure that any comments are respectful to all views and opinions. As part of our HR Harbour annual subscription service for employers we provide guidance and training for employers, supervisors and managers. If you would like to know more about the HR Harbour Service and how you can get unlimited support from as little as £180 per month please contact me for a no obligation discussion - alison@realemploymentlawadvice.co.uk or you can find full details here: HR Harbour Don't forget you can contact us by telephone 01983 897003, 01722 653001 or 023 8098 2006
Today's guest is Xanthe Berkeley, a photographer, film maker, stop motion artist and visual story-teller. From her beginnings in lifestyle portrait photography for families and women, to guiding and inspiring others to start making their own films, through her workshops and online film courses. Xanthe has worked with many leading UK brands, such as Boden, Cath Kidston, The White Company, Twinings, Penguin Books, Warner Music, Etsy UK to name just a few – creating films, stop motions and photos to be shared across their social media channels. In today's conversation, we get straight to the crux of the Courage to Be and what that means to Xanthe. We hear how Xanthe, despite her success as a creative, still struggles with resistance and self-doubt but see these as merely part of the process and shares ways in which she moves through them. Some key take-aways: Being brave is a big part of being a creative. You can have talent or skill but you have to be brave enough to share it with people, to experiment, to play and to try things out. With more experience comes more bravery. You now have evidence to show you that last time you left your comfort zone the rewards followed. You can begin to see the link between courage and reward. One of her skills has been her capacity to move through resistance. "Even when your head is telling you that you're not good enough" you've got to move through it. The "who am I not to have a go" mindset has definitely worked for Xanthe. Xanthe draws on Ira Glass both in her own work and in her teachings to hundreds of students around the world: “Nobody tells this to people who are beginners, I wish someone told me. All of us who do creative work, we get into it because we have good taste. But there is this gap. For the first couple years you make stuff, it's just not that good. It's trying to be good, it has potential, but it's not. But your taste, the thing that got you into the game, is still killer. And your taste is why your work disappoints you. A lot of people never get past this phase, they quit. Most people I know who do interesting, creative work went through years of this." When you first start out you know that what you're doing is not as good as what you see out there (be that on on Pinterest, instagram etc) but that doesn't mean you stop, you have to use that as an incentive to get better and to keep practicing and keep trying. You can't expect to be brilliant straight away, it's about putting the work in.... “Keep going, keep creating, keep doing and keep practicing..." For creatives who want to go from part-time creative work to full-time - it is simple - "keep doing the work". Create don't wait. Start doing the work you want to do today. Don't wait for an email from that ideal client. Xanthe shares a great story of this as it relates to her work with leading UK brand Boden. Test and learn is key, let things grow organically through play and experiment. She now trusts that things will work out - the evidence has shown her that she always finds a way. "I wish someone told me resistance and self doubt are never going to away!" However, self-doubt and resistance are just thoughts and you can push them aside. Try it ,give it a go, believe in yourself and know that the self doubt is there but don't let it stop you. We are always working towards getting better - "when I look at some of the first films that I made I think oh my goodness they are a disaster but at the time they were good enough". Xanthe talks to the natural ebb and flow of being a creative and shares her experience of launching an e-course that didn't take off, explaining how awful it felt at the time but how it was really just another contributor of her growth today. "Not everything works, you can't be a creative and be a human and everything you do is amazing. You need the little failures to make you human" I do hope you enjoy this conversation as much as I did, what a inspirational, colourful, humble human - thank you Xanthe x You'll find Xanthe on https://www.xantheberkeley.com/about-me/ or follow her on instragram for daily inspiration, fun and colour https://instagram.com/xantheb?igshid=1ss7ox4jqhc48 Please do subscribe on your favourite podcast app - and even better, leave a review, I would love to hear your feedback. Oh and, we recommended and referenced the wonderful Steven Pressfield, check out his books https://www.amazon.co.uk/War-Art-Through-Creative-Battles/dp/1936891026 https://www.amazon.co.uk/Turning-Pro-Inner-Power-Create/dp/1936891034
Papillon Luck, the Founder of 15th Degree, has often been described as completely irrepressible, resolutely positive and super high energy. With constant determination and resilience, Papillon epitomizes a serial innovator and visionary early adopter. A background in investment banking and start-up hedge funds working alongside senior executives who struggled to manage their health whilst traveling, led her to create these premium travel fatigue supplements none too soon in that she saw a clear gap in the market for a product that would effectively give travelers the gift of time without unnecessary fatigue. We caught up with Papillon to talk about her career to date and how she copes juggling it all. “It’s really hard to design products by focus groups. A lot of times, people don’t know what they want until you show it to them.” What was it that inspired you to set up 15th Degree? To support the wellness of the business traveler, the road warrior, the executives who are expected to be super human to get through their day. I don’t know how they do it. 15th Degree’s sole purpose is to support them and their wellness. As the founder, I care deeply about helping everyone travel the world without fatigue. Managing your health whilst traveling is no different to managing it at home, providing you take control of it. The subject of wellness whilst traveling is relatively new, so it’s hard to find the science around the areas we’re analysing because clinical trials don’t exist. Qantas have just undertaken a trial with the University of Sydney and I can't wait to read the outcome. My role is to develop new innovation to help the traveler stay healthy on the road, ranging from technology solutions to consumable goods. Idea generation is never an issue. I’m also responsible for sales and marketing and ensuring the team share and execute the company’s long-term vision. I’m in my element when I’m being creative, building new relationships and helping to solve someone’s problems. What skill do you think has been most critical for your success? Resilience, grit, determination and a positive mindset. The only way to develop them is through failure and adversity, it’s irrelevant what school you went to, what your degree was or your family wealth. The real-life skills can only be taught through personal experiences, both good and bad. There are lessons to be found in every experience. Once you realize you are where you are because of every single decision you have ever made, you can begin to create what success means to you. What’s changing in the wellness industry that excites you the most? I’m still astonished at the rapid explosion in London’s wellness scene. I was personal training, teaching boxing in nightclubs and parks and trying to motivate people to live healthily in 2011. It was hard work as people really weren’t motivated, it wasn’t trendy or cool and Instagram wasn’t on the scene. I always wanted the healthy Australian lifestyle to hit London, I may have been 7 years ahead of the trend, but wellness now just feels the norm. Strip the ‘fads’ and 'trends' aside and what excites me the most is that people genuinely care enough about valuing their health now to want to look after themselves. I remember pitching my bootcamps to corporates who couldn’t understand the value in healthy, fit employees. They couldn’t see the impact this could have on their business. It’s all evolved so quickly. Whilst it feels saturated in parts, there’s still massive innovation waiting to explode. What would you like someone to invent to make your life easier? I wish Elon would speed up the direct London to Sydney 1 hour flight as I could live in my dream location, Bondi and still be back in Suffolk for a family Sunday roast lunch. If you could spend your time doing anything you wanted, what would you do? I feel very lucky in that I am spending all my time doing what I want to do, if I didn’t feel that way, I wouldn’t be doing it. I’ve mentally challenged myself with my current business goal to not need to accept any more physical challenges whether that’s marathons or races. I’m pretty all or nothing and I can only focus on one big goal at once. Right now, I’m really happy enjoying the journey, becoming the person I need to become to achieve my business and personal goals. There’s nothing else I need or want to be doing right now and that’s a pretty special feeling. In business who do you find most inspirational? Obviously, game changing visionaries like Elon Musk and Steve Jobs who changed the world with their innovations, are always an entrepreneur’s inspiration, but deep down mine will always be my entrepreneurial parents. They taught me from a very early age that I could achieve whatever I set my mind to (however out-there it was) and they instilled in me the relentless ‘Luck work ethic’. It’s pretty brutal and very stoic in its philosophy, basically it teaches you resilience, so giving up is not even an option. Whilst being a Luck is sometimes exhausting, my parents are the reason I do everything. If you could choose anyone, who would your ideal 5 dinner party guests be? Could I have 6? Dinner conversation would be an epic conversation of the subjects I'm fascinated by most; discussions with Elon Musk about inhabiting Mars, both Professor Hawking and Brian Cox could discuss their theories of cosmology and quantum physics (which blow my mind and reminds me I’m a tiny speck in a far bigger universe which is both exhilarating and petrifying in equal measures). Putting it more into context of our current planet earth, David Attenborough could delight us with endless conservation stories. Chrissie Rucker could tell us how she launched, grew and scaled such a simple but exquisite White Company brand that changed our interiors for good. Lastly, James Norton because he’s dreamy (especially playing a vicar with a black Labrador in Grantchester). Favourite way to wind down? Always yoga, any flow practice for idea generation (which I do every morning). On stressful days, I’ll practice twice daily - a yin class enables me to put the day (& my brain) to bed. When I face a problem, I go straight to my mat. I’ve yet to find a problem I can’t solve after 60 minutes of practice. Logistically it helps having The Third Space literally beneath our offices. Their yoga studio is my immediate problem solver. How do you like to dress for work and what can’t you not take with you to meetings? I always carry my Aspinal leather folder and a fountain pen to take notes in meetings, it genuinely makes the other guest feel I’m valuing their time and input. Someone once said not to waste my special paper on a conversation with them. Surely all conversations are special otherwise why have them? Nothing looks ruder than tapping away on tech in a meeting. Following a meeting with either a new acquaintance or someone who has gone out of their way to support or help me, I always send a handwritten thank you note on Smythson paper, a kind touch I learnt from a colleague I once worked with. No one expects it and they are normally tough to decipher so it always gets a response, usually a thank you email, to thank me for my note. I’m that person that always carries loads of bags, everyone always says to me when they see me ‘what’s with all the bags?’ – it’s very annoying. I leave the house at 5am and don’t get back until 9pm so my bags contain my entire day!! My trusty Mulberry handbag is now 14 years old, I love it more now than when it was brand new. I don’t like my clothes to represent a brand, I like to be minimalist, contemporary and stay clear of anything too fussy. I get great mental peace wearing the same thing every day as it removes an element of stress and mental decision making. A black trouser suit and a crisp white shirt, or my favourite brown leather Karen Millen jacket make me feel smart but casual, like I’m always ready for business. Cashmere jumpers in muted colours are always good to snuggle up in if the day is stressful and you need some comfort. I always wear Nike trainers for dashing around town, with a quick high heel switch before a meeting (although I have been known to be so excited about a meeting the trainers accidentally stay on). Every morning I’m so excited for the day ahead, I don’t give enough time to preening, I just want to get on with the day but I would love to be more groomed. Is there a scent that you love? I’ve just discovered the inner joy of Neom when my sister in law bought me an energy boosting kit for those start up days when you’re desperate for a surge in power and you can’t take anymore caffeine. My thoughtful colleague also bought me a beautiful Neom calming travel candle (I think they are both trying to tell me something). Neom personally represents a hybrid between a beautiful scent and an additional coping mechanism. It’s dual purpose. It reminds of using scent to get through exams. My favourite scent is always Rose or Peony as it reminds me of my mother and acts as another stress release. I can close my eyes, inhale and be taken back to my happy place, the farm where I grew up. Favourite work travel destination? My favourite cities in the world are Sydney, Hong Kong and my hometown, London. Sydney fits my wellness obsessed lifestyle, the sun and beaches put it at the top of the list and nowhere has yet beaten it. Hong Kong was a bustling surprise on a 3 day stop over to Australia. I didn’t expect to fall in love with it so quickly and be so sad to leave. London, well London is the greatest city in the world (minus the weather and the lack of beaches). Whenever I get bored or stressed with London, I take myself to a different part of it. Each pocket of the city is totally different to another, it can make you feel you’re in several cities all rolled into one.
BitcoinSV (BSV) is a stable, robust and scalable blockchain, and we're seeing more and more support coming from incredible businesses and applications in the space. Businesses like The White Company, for example. Having launched in 2017, The White Company offers products and services that bridge the gap between consumers, cryptocurrency and merchants. Their White Wallet is linked to MasterCard and Visa debit cards, which are accepted at big name merchants such as Amazon, iTunes and Uber. This allows users to spend cryptocurrency for more everyday purchases than ever before. Impressive metrics highlight that, despite a bear market, there is definite progression being made. Applications like Bottle, too. Bottle provides a 'search engine' facility for content stored on the BSV blockchain. This represents a massive step forward for broader adoption of BitcoinSV not only for payments, but for the storage of information too. We're more and more rapidly seeing the Satoshi Vision of being the blockchain 'for everything' becoming a reality. Find us online: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/bitstockstv Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bitstocks/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/bitstockslondon Twitter: https://twitter.com/bitstocks_ DTube: https://d.tube/#!/c/bitstocksblog Website: https://www.bitstocks.com/ Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/5zphMtWOn4r8Nv6vhw9LC8 iTunes: https://itunes.apple.com/gb/podcast/bitstocks-podcast/id1439810872
In this episode, Holly meets one of her business idols - Chrissie Rucker OBE, founder of The White Company. In this conversation, they discuss Chrissie's incredible 25 year journey, how she has weathered the storms of retail, juggling a business whilst raising a family (with an entrepreneurial husband to boot!) and her work with the Princes Trust ‘Women Supporting Women’ and how we can all help encourage, inspire and champion women to start their own business. Chrissie founded The White Company in 1994, from her kitchen table, starting as a small mail order business from her back room and growing to a well loved, admired brand and an icon of the British High Street. She now has 50 stores around the UK and 2 in America, turning over £200 million pounds with an online presence to rival her shops. Her journey is one of those British tales to be proud of. Conversations of Inspiration is brought to you with support from NatWest: visit natwestbusinesshub.com for information, tips and insights to help business owners meet their goals. Find tickets for Conversations of Inspiration Live this year at holly.co/events Follow Holly on Instagram: instagram.com/hollytucker/?hl=en
Converting the fiat world to crypto isn't easy. This week's podcast shares the experience of four people from different businesses about what worked and what didn't in their dealings with a wide range of sectors. Elizabeth White of the luxury retailer The White Company in New York established her business with sales of Lamborghinis and other high priced items to customers who already had crypto. For her, the challenge was to persuade retailers to accept it. Heidi Patmore from the South African wallet company Centbee says you need to be aware of the priorities and concerns of large and small retailers, which are often very different.Ina Samovich of Coppay, the Belarus-based payment gateway, says they'd found it takes an average of an hour for their sales rep to convince a store owner to accept Bitcoin. And Martin Dempster of the Scottish drinks business, Brewdog has had direct experience on the front line from his company's opening of a new bar in London's Canary Wharf, where bar staff were trained to accept crypto from a Centbee wallet. All four were speaking at the last CoinGeek Week conference in London, on a panel hosted by Jimmy Nguyen, President of the Bitcoin Association.
As the founder of New York's White Company, Elizabeth White set out to let the holders of crypto buy the luxury goods their new-found wealth allowed them to dream of.White’s background was in ritzy brands and auto racing. She used that experience to sell cars for crypto. To date, she says her company has sold 51 cars, including a veritable traffic jam of Lamborghinis and a £4 million vintage Ferrari. But it’s not just cars: White can fix you up with a wide range of items, as long as they’re exclusive, and expensive such as an Ai Weiwei artwork which she sold recently for $1.7 million.Now the White Company is expanding in new directions. It has announced a partnership with Mastercard, to create its own crypto-based debit card, the White Card. The initiative is part of a bigger plan to develop blockchain applications for business. In this podcast, we find out from White, and her colleague Edgar Radjabli, about how they built a luxury retail brand based on crypto and how they're bringing crypto into the payments business.
In today’s podcast, we hear that Monday’s BGP hijacking wasn’t hijacking at all, but rather a fumbled upgrade in an ISP. The White Company’s Operation Shaheen is a nation-state espionage campaign directed against Pakistan’s military. Sleazy gamer and hacker SWAuTistic pleads guilty to Wichita swatting charges, and to bomb threats just about everywhere else. And the NPPD will soon become CISA, and the lead US civilian cybersecurity agency. Emily Wilson from Terbium Labs on their recent Truth About Dark Web Pricing white paper. Guest is Gregory Garrett from BDO on their telecommunications risk report. For links to all of today's stories check our our CyberWire daily news brief: https://thecyberwire.com/issues/issues2018/November/CyberWire_2018_11_14.html Support our show
Our latest episode of Soundtracking in association with the White Company marks the first appearance for a man Edith has long admired. Steve McQueen is a British writer, director and producer. who had critical big-screen success with Hunger and Shame before scooping an Academy Award for 12 Years A Slave. His latest project is the ensemble heist thriller Widows. Based on the 1983 ITV series of the same name, The plot follows a group of women who attempt a heist in order to pay back a crime boss after their ne'er-do-well husbands are killed on a botched job. It's scored by Hans Zimmer, and also features a sumptuous Nina Simone track and brand new material by Sade, which is always cause for celebration. We also discuss David Bowie, Liza Minnelli, Glenn Gould and much more besides.
InSecurity Podcast: The White Company: Inside the Operation Shaheen Espionage Campaign The tumultuous inner-drama of Pakistan has been keeping foreign heads of state awake at night for much of the country’s 70-year history. That’s because Pakistan’s story has been one of contradictions. It has enjoyed peaceful civilian rule, but also violent military coups. It has been a key counterterrorism partner in Afghanistan, but also an accused sponsor and enabler of terrorists. It has been outwardly focused on deterring its rival India, but also inwardly focused on managing domestic separatist and terrorist threats. It has been the home of more than 100 nuclear weapons, but also the most notorious terrorist in history, Osama bin Laden. At the heart of Pakistan’s curious and contradictory history has been its military, whose outsized in uence in Pakistani a airs has made it a key actor at home and abroad, playing roles both highly visible and long hidden. Today, the Pakistani military is at the center of shifting geopolitical alliances — and a sustained cyber espionage campaign. Cylance calls this campaign Operation Shaheen, a reference to the Shaheen Falcon which stands as the symbol of the Pakistani Air Force — the branch of the Pakistani military repeatedly referenced in this campaign’s phishing lures. In today’s episode of InSecurity, Matt Stephenson talks with Cylance Advisory Board Member Ryan Smith and Cylance Directors of Threat Intelligence Jon Gross and Kevin Livelli. Their research team unravel the mystery of a campaign in which traditional approaches to analysis, focused primarily on the malware and infrastructure, yielded few clues and misleading assumptions; however, a comprehensive breakdown of the exploit and shellcode revealed insights into a threat actor whose unique way of cobbling together tools may ultimately lead to their unmasking. About Ryan Smith Ryan Smith is a member of the Cylance Advisory Board. Prior to that, he was the Vice President of Research at Cylance, where he lead teams performing both internal and external research. He has spent the last decade leading such teams for consulting, product, and fortune 50 organizations. As an individual contributor, Ryan has discovered and exploited highly impactful vulnerabilities in widely deployed client and server software. His interests include reverse engineering, exploitation, vulnerability discovery, analysis algorithms, and magnets. He has spoken at international conferences and is a two-time Pwnie Award winner for best server and client bugs. About Jon Gross Jon Gross is a Director of Threat Intelligence at Cylance. Other than that… he doesn’t tell us much About Kevin Livelli Kevin Livelli is Director of Threat Intelligence at Cylance, where he conducts long-term, complex investigations with the Research and Intelligence team. His work there follows ten years at 60 Minutes, where his investigative reporting and analysis were recognized with Peabody and Emmy awards. Before that, Livelli supervised investigations at the nation’s largest independent police oversight agency. A graduate of Dartmouth, he earned master's degrees from Trinity College Dublin and Columbia University. About Matt Stephenson Insecurity Podcast host Matt Stephenson(@packmatt73) leads the Security Technology team at Cylance, which puts him in front of crowds, cameras, and microphones all over the world. He is the regular host of the InSecurity podcastand host of CylanceTV Twenty years of work with the world’s largest security, storage, and recovery companies has introduced Stephenson to some of the most fascinating people in the industry. He wants to get those stories told so that others can learn from what has come Every week on the InSecurity Podcast, Matt interviews leading authorities in the security industry to gain an expert perspective on topics including risk management, security control friction, compliance issues, and building a culture of security. Each episode provides relevant insights for security practitioners and business leaders working to improve their organization’s security posture and bottom line. Can’t get enough of Insecurity? You can find us wherever you get your podcasts including Spotify, Stitcher, SoundCloud, I Heart Radio as well as ThreatVector InSecurity Podcasts: https://threatvector.cylance.com/en_us/category/podcasts.html iTunes/Apple Podcasts link: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/insecurity/id1260714697?mt=2 GooglePlay Music link: https://play.google.com/music/listen#/ps/Ipudd6ommmgdsboen7rjd2lvste Make sure you Subscribe, Rate and Review!
This episode, Ana and Stevie are thinking about 'chic', and specifically how spotting a chic person 'in the wild' is what makes people-watching so thrilling! They also hear from Colleen Hill, a curator at the Museum at FIT in New York about the pleasure she gets from working with this chic fashion archive, and how she gets dressed to work alongside such a collection. This episode of Layers is sponsored by The White Company. You can peruse their cashmere and silky pyjamas here: [http://www.thewhitecompany.com](http://www.thewhitecompany.com) Thank you also to our other sponsor, [ESquared](https://www.esq2.com/uk/), a new fitness app for London. If this sounds up your street, you can use the special offer code POD15 for free £15 credit to get you started. Follow Layers on Instagram: [https://www.instagram.com/layers.podcast/](https://www.instagram.com/layers.podcast/) And if you liked today’s show, please rate and review us on Apple Podcasts! Music: E's Jammy Jams - Arabian Sand (via YouTube Music Library), Kevin MacLeod - Acid Jazz, Kevin MacLeod - Hard Boiled, Aaron Liebermann - Gypsy Stroll (via YouTube Music Library) Production by Lucy Dearlove.
Our latest episode of Soundtracking in association with The White Company sees a return for a third time of two of our faves. Writer / director Ben Wheatley's made his debut on our very first show, while composer Clint Mansell walked us through his back catalogue in our 52nd outing - including his magnificent work on Ben's adaptation of the JG Ballard novel, High Rise. Ben then returned to talk about the jazz-funk score for Free Fire, with Clint joining Duncan Jones in Los Angeles to discuss Duncan's future-noir thriller, Mute. That conversation was an awful lot of fun - and well worth checking out if you haven't already. Now, at last, we've managed to get Ben and Clint in the same room to tell all about their latest collaboration, Happy New Year, Colin Burstead. Very loosely based on the Shakespeare play, Coriolanus, it tells the story of Colin, who hires a lavish country manor for his extended family to celebrate New Year. But as we all know, family gatherings over the festive season rarely pass without one or two cataclysmic moments, and Colin's wee party is no exception ...
Welcome back to Season 2 of Layers! We've missed you. In Episode 1, Ana and Stevie are thinking about dressing fabulously, and whether that's possible in an everyday context. They visit a charming cottage in Stratford-upon-Avon to meet a very fabulous older woman, Sarah Hosking, who is 78 years old and attributes resourcefulness and dressing joyfully to a well-lived life. Sarah Hosking is the founder of Hosking Houses Trust, a charity that supports women writers over the age of 40 by providing them with a place to stay and work. You can donate to this wonderful cause here: [http://hoskinghouses.co.uk/](http://hoskinghouses.co.uk/) Sarah also shared her wise thoughts on frugality in The Guardian's 'How I Spend It' column: [https://www.theguardian.com/money/2018/jun/09/charity-writers-room-of-ones-own-woolf](https://www.theguardian.com/money/2018/jun/09/charity-writers-room-of-ones-own-woolf) The short profile on Hollywood stylist Karla Welch (which Stevie mentioned) can be found here: [https://www.thecut.com/2018/08/stylist-karla-welch-wants-to-make-you-feel-something.html](https://www.thecut.com/2018/08/stylist-karla-welch-wants-to-make-you-feel-something.html) This episode of Layers is sponsored by The White Company. You can peruse their cashmere and silky pyjamas here: [http://www.thewhitecompany.com](http://www.thewhitecompany.com) Thank you also to our other sponsor, Milk and More. To make your first order (which includes a free bottle of orange juice) sign up here: [https://www.milkandmore.co.uk/offer](https://www.milkandmore.co.uk/offer) Find us on Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/layers.podcast/](https://www.instagram.com/layers.podcast/) If you liked today’s show, please rate and review us on Apple Podcasts! Music: E's Jammy Jams - Arabian Sand (via YouTube Music Library), Kevin MacLeod - Off To Osaka, Kevin MacLeod - Hard Boiled, Aaron Liebermann - Gypsy Stroll (via YouTube Music Library) Production by Lucy Dearlove
How to build a strong, consistent brand; the importance of brand in building a business; why women need to support women and why we all need to find joy in life’s simple pleasures with Chrissie Rucker, founder of The White Company. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
In this On The Road report from the GLBC Annual Meeting 2018, hosts Pierson Grider and David Berger talk to Elizabeth White and Edgar Radjabli about how their company, The White Company, is combating negative ideas about blockchain by creating a cryptocurrency marketplace and wallet system. They discuss the potential of quick and easy payment facilitation, the future of blockchain, and how the company integrates with the legal field via smart contracts. Elizabeth White has worked with luxury brands around the world from the LVMH group to Formula 1 and McLaren Automotive over 12 years. Dr. Edgar Radjabli currently serves as the managing partner of Apis Capital Management, directing the overall investment strategy of the firm, and managing daily trading operations.
As a fashion stylist by trade at Lobler & Delaney for more than a decade, Sara Delaney found that styling the ladies of New York was getting in the way of really experiencing the city. She decided it was time to learn new stuff, grab adventure by the horns, and after a series of fashion journalism classes, her fashion and lifestyle blog was born. Notes From a Stylist initially started as a place to share fashion finds, muse about style inspiration, and document Sara's exploits. But as family and everyday life marched on, dragging her past the dreaded 40-year mark (only to find that she didn't turn into a pumpkin and was still quite besotted with shoes and sequins!), the blog morphed into a resource for how to keep your fashion mojo on track. Newly refurbished, Sara's blog is positioned to channel her fashion styling nous into a community where women can find anything from how to work the seasonal trends, to new interior finds, right through to quick and easy recipes. Along the way, Sara has worked with world-class brands like The White Company, Designers Guild, Harrods, Barbour, Astley Clarke, and Liberty London, but she is always happy to collaborate with new brands that are the right fit for the blog. In addition to her blogging work, Sara also consults on social media projects, helping people set up and run their digital presence online. Currently, she is working with leading facialist Lisa Franklin and advising the social media campaign for The Wild At Heart Foundation's major charitable event in June. Sara was recently named in Fashion Monitor’s Top Influencers over 40 list and is quoted in The Times article: The Rise of the Midlife Instagrammers by Alex Gorton.
(29 minutes) This is about "Dressing for work". First you hear Paul tell Roger about "The White Company" ... Roger brings Steve Jobs in his polo neck onto the catwalk ... Paul introduces Rita Clifton's dress ("Rita Ann Clifton CBE is a British advertising professional and a former UK Chairman of Interbrand who currently works as a speaker, facilitator, writer, and non-executive director of a portfolio of companies." - Wiki) The big issue: Should you dress the way your clients expect you to dress? Are you at your most attractive when you dress to fit in?
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