Entrepreneur Saskia Nelson - How I created a new genre of photography in 30 days Saskia Nelson had just lost her job when she took a course with The Ideas Lab 5 years ago. She had only a vague idea of the business she wanted to start but decided over the next 30 days to offer photography for people's dating profiles. Saskia ended up creating an … [Read more...] about Entrepreneur Saskia Nelson – How I created a new genre of photography in 30 days [#4] The Ideas Lab Podcast
Damian Barr talks about the power of stories, how he chooses his creative projects and how to write a memoir [#3] The Ideas Lab Podcast
Writer, salon leader, & literary ambassador for the Savoy, Damian Barr talks about the power of stories, how he chooses his creative projects and how to write a memoir Recorded in a suite at the Savoy Hotel itself on The Strand in London. Join us on a fascinating, fun and emotional journey into the world of writing & books with Damian Barr; … [Read more...] about Damian Barr talks about the power of stories, how he chooses his creative projects and how to write a memoir [#3] The Ideas Lab Podcast
Dan Pink – The scientific secrets of perfect timing, the new world of work and a bestselling author’s advice to writers [#2] The Ideas Lab Podcast
Dan Pink - The scientific secrets of perfect timing, the new world of work and a bestselling author’s advice to writers Dan Pink is author of 6 New York Times bestsellers and has been named one of the top 15 business thinkers in the world. It’s a particular treat for me to speak with Dan because his early books like Free Agent Nation and A whole … [Read more...] about Dan Pink – The scientific secrets of perfect timing, the new world of work and a bestselling author’s advice to writers [#2] The Ideas Lab Podcast
Branding without the bullshit
If you're wondering how to create a brand for yourself that doesn't feel icky and narcissistic but instead feels truly meaningful to you, watch this 5 minute video: If you can't see the video click here If you're interested in how I work with people in The Ideas Lab's Pioneer Programme to to help them create a meaningful and magnetic brand … [Read more...] about Branding without the bullshit
When should you quit your job?
If you want to strike out on your own, when is it best to quit your job? John Williams, gives his answer. If you're interested in how I work with people in The Ideas Lab's Pioneer Programme to help them successfully quit their job and create an independent career or business they truly love, you can read more - and find out how you could … [Read more...] about When should you quit your job?
What if… what’s different about you is your greatest asset?
If you're wondering how to stand out in a crowded market, watch this and let me know what you think... If you're interested in how I work with people in The Ideas Lab's Pioneer Programme to use what's different about them to create their unique brand plus a stand-out money-making proposition and a simple plan to prove it all by generating … [Read more...] about What if… what’s different about you is your greatest asset?
The death knell of an industry
It's not often you witness so clearly the death knell of an entire industry or employment sector but that's exactly what happened this week. The events relate to Uber and the future of driving as a career. I first experienced Uber last year when I wanted to arrange a cab to take me into central London. I didn't want to use a black cab as I'm … [Read more...] about The death knell of an industry
How Harry and Charlie Thuillier invented the world’s first healthy ice cream
Brothers Harry and Charlie Thuillier read my book Screw Work Let's Play back in 2011 and it inspired them on a series of adventures that culminated in creating the world's first healthy ice cream, Oppo. Oppo is now sold in leading UK supermarkets and the company was named Guardian startup of the year 2014. I caught up with Harry and Charlie … [Read more...] about How Harry and Charlie Thuillier invented the world’s first healthy ice cream
The Apple Watch is shipping – and it’s the start of a new era in computing
Today the Apple Watch starts shipping. A lot of the pre-release reviews have been mixed and written it off as an overpriced under-specced version 1.0 that is probably best avoided. It’s also been described as 'something you want but you don’t need’. But this is exactly what people said about the Apple iPad. Many predicted it would be a … [Read more...] about The Apple Watch is shipping – and it’s the start of a new era in computing
