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
Students: 5 things to avoid this summer when getting ready for writing at uni
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
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
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
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
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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