Below you'll find a list of all posts that have been categorised as “General Interest”
16th September 2020
Public awareness on the paramount importance of mental health is on the rise. The issue has been front and centre in the media in recent years, with everyone from celebrities to the royal family joining the conversation. In schools and workplaces, positive changes are being implemented to tackle the stigma, address the causes and provide support for those struggling with …
21st August 2020
For office-based employees, working from home has become the norm since the beginning of lockdown back in March. It has been an enjoyable break from the monotony of the office for some, while others have found the adjustment a considerable challenge. With the re-opening of non-essential venues like shops, restaurants, pubs and gyms, life appears to be returning to some …
4th August 2020
There’s little we can write about lockdown that hasn’t already been written over and over. For instance, the fact that it’s totally unprecedented. Or that no one could have predicted what this year would look like. In fact, any attempt to summarise this year in just a few words is bound to turn out looking a bit like cliché bingo. …
24th June 2020
The sharp increase in employees working from home across industries marks just one way our lives have changed since the beginning of lockdown. Whatever challenges you face as you adjust to your new working environment, it appears that this may be the norm for some time – only last month, Facebook and Google announced that the vast majority of employees …
10th June 2020
Summer’s here – but not as we know it. As we enjoy the season safely during lockdown, this month’s Skim reflects on a few of the exceptional female leaders stepping up to the plate at the toughest time. You’ll find insights on leadership skills, self-confidence and that all-important work-life balance – take five and treat yourself. Jacinta Ardern‘Her leadership style …
20th May 2020
The coronavirus crisis has changed everything about the way we interact with one another. From the weeks and months spent apart from loved ones, to the two-metre distances we maintain in public, the effects of the crisis extend far beyond the physical threat of the virus. And although the suggestion is bittersweet, there’s no better time in history to remain …
19th May 2020
Rapid tech advances and a globalised workforce have kept the physical vs remote workplace debate in business headlines for several years, but the Covid-19 pandemic has thrown it into sharp focus. Office of National Statistics (ONS) figures revealed that as of April 23rd 2020, 49.2% of adults are home working, compared to around 4.7% at this time last year. And …
22nd May 2019
When you want to fit a career-enhancing qualification flexibly into a busy lifestyle with work and family duties, distance learning is an excellent choice. But with financial commitments to consider, you’ll have to find manageable ways to pay for your course, which mean that you can concentrate on a rich learning experience while minimising money worries. Luckily, there are a …
1st May 2019
Now spring has sprung, it’s time to shine with more advice from some of the brightest business minds. This month covers innovative startup ideas, crucial industry advice and inspiring entrepreneur journeys. Danica Lause ‘I’d get to work and I’d think I could maybe be making just about what I’m making here if I made more hats.’ Danica Lause’s love of …
25th April 2019
The flexibility and convenience of studying from home are hallmarks of an Anglia Ruskin Distance Learning degree. And although our courses are designed to slot smoothly into busy lifestyles, it’s still important to prepare effectively to maintain physical and mental wellbeing throughout your academic journey. These top 10 tips will help you establish the healthy habits which supercharge success. 1. …
11th April 2019
Spring has truly sprung — avoid a seasonal chocolate overdose by delving into our business brain pickings. There’s sage advice on maintaining culture while scaling up your enterprise, resetting your mind to increase resilience and much more. Melanie Whelan ‘The overarching philosophy is that we’re a culture of “yes”. We believe that there’s a “yes” in every interaction — with …
25th February 2019
Advances in tech have made global business more connected, convenient and agile. Yet many companies stubbornly stick to traditional 9-5 Monday to Friday working patterns for no apparent reason. If you want to flex for success, here’s why business thrives without 9-5. Origins Dolly Parton was crooning her complaint about the inequities of 9-5 work in 1980, but the origins …