Category Archives: personal development
How To Make the Most of YOUR Student Experience
Q: What is ‘the student experience’? A: It’s what you make it! This week, I held a workshop at the University of Glamorgan about ‘the student experience’. I’ve mentioned Glamorgan in the past for their brilliant Glam Insight, where students … Continue reading
Take a Different Approach to New Year Resolutions
I’m not a fan of New Year Resolutions. I don’t make them. The start of another year doesn’t automatically make for a great starting point to change your life. I’ve heard countless people say they want to start the new … Continue reading
Trust Yourself: You’re More Effective Than You Think
Can you trust yourself to be effective? Can you trust yourself to succeed where it matters? Can you trust yourself to keep on learning? The answers should be yes, Yes, and YES. Nobody can achieve everything on their own. But … Continue reading
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Dealing with curveballs
The best takeaway from all the stories about A-levels this year can be applied to anyone, no matter what their situation. A Carlisle student got a double dose of misfortune after he received the wrong results and then, when he … Continue reading
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10 easy ways to use the summer break to prepare for next year
The summer months are a good time to rest, catch up with family and friends at home, get some work (i.e. money) in, and so on. photo by j-ster The summer months also represent the perfect time to prepare for … Continue reading
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