Monthly Archives: October 2016

Trick or treat

Posted on October 31, 2016 by amandacomms1

As we are supposed to be all celebrating Halloween I thought today’s blog should consider how we go to this point. When I was young Halloween was of little note. We would probably have desperately tried to hollow out a … Continue reading →

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A question of ethics

Posted on October 30, 2016 by amandacomms1

There has been a lot of discussion taking place between PR organisations and professionals recently about whether there are companies people shouldn’t work for. It seems to have started with a debate about whether it is ethical to provide communication … Continue reading →

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To hack or not to hack

Posted on October 29, 2016 by amandacomms1

For the second time this week I am going to do something unusual and blog about coding. Not from a technical perspective because I am actually feeling a bit inadequate in that respect. But this weekend is the adult Hack … Continue reading →

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Hanging up your hat

Posted on October 28, 2016 by amandacomms1

We had to say goodbye to one of the team today as after she decided to retire. It is always sad to see someone leave whether it is to go to another job or in the case to enjoy a … Continue reading →

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We must remember

Posted on October 27, 2016 by amandacomms1

As the nights are starting to draw in it is the time of year when we like to get into the comfort of our home and snuggle down. It is easy to get very focused on our own world and … Continue reading →

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Breaking the mould

Posted on October 26, 2016 by amandacomms1

I was listening to Grayson Perry talking on the radio today about his new book looking at gender and particularly the roles of men. It was interesting to hear an alternative view of masculinity and an appeal to redefine what … Continue reading →

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For those we rely on – I salute you

Posted on October 25, 2016 by amandacomms1

There are some people that you just love to work with. It isn’t because of their ideas, work or general approach although all these may be an added bonus. When you are working on a project with them your spirits … Continue reading →

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Crack the young code

Posted on October 24, 2016 by amandacomms1

I had a glimpse of the future today and I was bowled over. Being in a room full of technical people is usually something I would run a mile from but I really enjoyed it. This particular room full of … Continue reading →

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Don’t expect the unexpected

Posted on October 23, 2016 by amandacomms1

A lot of time is spent in planned activities whether it is going to work, attending the meeting that has been in our diary for a few weeks or doing the chores. We know what we are going to do … Continue reading →

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Helping hands

Posted on October 22, 2016 by amandacomms1

It is easy to get caught up in your own world. The busy bits of day-to-day life take over and occupy our thoughts. If we are not careful we rarely look up and see what is happening around us. How … Continue reading →

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