Making Personal Marketing Work

In a recent chat with my wife, we touched on the topic of advertising, particularly my penchant for promoting myself. In essence, I am the product – my hands cradle the camera, and every image bears the mark of my own craftsmanship. I find satisfaction in my skills, experience, and the ongoing pursuit of knowledge,... Continue Reading →

December 30, 2007

That Time I Built Santa Claus with Foam Blocks

How we made a Santa Claus with Foam Blocks

UPDATE 2026: This post is now without the funny photos as my Flickr gallery was deleted in mid 2025 after almost 20 years of uploading images. Their annual subscription made it impossible to keep. What would you do if you had 40 x foam blocks obtained from the packaging of new HP hard-drives? Some might... Continue Reading →

December 23, 2007

Twenty Two Ways to a Better Flight Path

Excuse me while I have a laugh about a recent article at Flying Solo. It outlines the 22 things you MUST do every day - many that I really would NOT do, not even if you paid me. Let me explain... This is the Flying Solo recipe for bliss and prosperity. Noel has managed to... Continue Reading →

December 15, 2007

Defining Ones Self

About a year back I purchased the book "Flying Solo: How To Go It Alone in Business". Recently I joined their Facebook group - and starting leaving comments. Sadly I discovered on 3 November 2023 that none of the links to the comment page work anymore; I had them removed from here. There were many... Continue Reading →

November 28, 2007

Break a Habit and Save a Few Dollars

I was addicted to Cola (in each branded variety) for well over twenty years. When I was a teenager, fizzy drinks were not as accessible as they are now, it was only found at parties and events, so the taste was discovered! Now I am more aware of the impact of carbonated drinks on the... Continue Reading →

October 14, 2007

Seven Steps to Easy Success

How do winners think, what keeps them going? It's not a cakewalk, but these seven keys unlock genuine success. Apply them consistently, even when you've got it all figured out. Sure, it says 'easy,' but let's be real – it's not. It takes hard work, persistence, and the ability to handle adversity without losing your... Continue Reading →

September 23, 2007

So You Think You Are Authentic?

You know, I've got this bunch of posts that dive into the whole "be yourself," "stick to your convictions," and "embrace the present" vibes. It's kind of my thing. Yet it's not just a fleeting thought; I often end up exploring why we should confidently shout "FUCK NO!" in different corners of our lives, whether... Continue Reading →

July 23, 2007

Knowing What To Do Next

This is the easiest yet most difficult set of guidelines any of can follow. Read first, then see my explanations. Say, "No."… When they say, "Be Someone Other."Say, "No."… When they ask you to do what they won’t.Say, "No."… Unless your heart and your head say "This is Where My Feet Need to Go." While... Continue Reading →

July 21, 2007

What Did You Really Want to Do with Your Life?

Ah, the dreams of our youth, those moments when our imaginations were wild and our aspirations were sky-high. Remember when we were convinced that our wildest dreams could actually come true? Let's take a stroll down memory lane and revisit the top 10 jobs we all wanted to be before we grew up, shall we?... Continue Reading →

July 17, 2007

Eight More Tricks to Keep Your Money at Home

Here a dozen ways you can save money for your future - without spending anymore than you do now! In fact, more often they cost you nothing at all. 1. Simply keep four extra coins to make a full dollar. [Found via getrichslowly.org] How often do you get asked "Have you got twenty cents?" ?.... Continue Reading →

April 2, 2007