When you help someone – either in business or socially – have you ever been rebuffed and told to mind your own business even though you’ve done your very best and the person concerned has been grateful for your assistance? [Read more…]
When helping gets turned into busybody interference
September 27, 2013 By Leave a Comment
Students: 5 things to avoid this summer when getting ready for writing at uni
August 15, 2013 By Leave a Comment
Last time we had a look at 3 essential things you should do in the next month or so to get ready for writing at uni. We had some fun, we laughed (I did) and most importantly no-one got hurt.
This time I’m gonna do the ol’ switcheroo and give some tips on what not to do when preparing for writing at university. [Read more…]
Students: 3 things you should do this summer to get ready for uni writing
August 8, 2013 By Leave a Comment
This week I’m taking a break from my usual, (let’s face it, flawless) format to bring you a quick, more general look at what you can do in the next month and a bit to get ready for uni (“college” in the USA). [Read more…]
Writing for students: bouncing back from a bad grade
August 1, 2013 By Leave a Comment
So you got a crappy mark? Listen, it happens to the best of us (yes, even me). As someone famous probably once said, ‘there are no bad grades, just good lessons’. [Read more…]
Writing for students: why it’s critical to be critical
July 25, 2013 By 1 Comment
Being able to think and write critically is key to the whole ‘being an academic’ thing that life at University is intended to foster. [Read more…]
Writing for students: how to impress the hell out of your tutor
July 18, 2013 By Leave a Comment
Admit it, part of the reason you’re at university is that you like to look smart and impress people with your knowledge.
It’s okay, you’re in a safe environment here; you won’t be judged. We’re human after all; ego is what sets us apart from the animals… probably. [Read more…]
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