by Jamie Miles | Dec 6, 2020 | True Stories & Reflections
The lady in the supermarché handed me my groceries. I beamed a smiled, ‘Arigatou gozaimasu’. She stared at me, leaving me blushing as I made my exit. I was in Paris for work, and on my way to see some friends for the evening. I was picking up a few things from...
by Jamie Miles | Dec 1, 2020 | Articles & Guides
At a glance Based on the reader question: What’s the best way to stay motivated and not get distracted? – Harlenna, UK Leave with three practical tips you can implement immediately that will make it easier to get started with work, avoid procrastination, and maintain...
by Jamie Miles | Nov 29, 2020 | True Stories & Reflections
There’s a fine line between creepy and compassionate. Turning up at your best friend’s house confessing your love for their partner is a bit much. Though on this occasion, that’s not what I did. I was on a train from Hiroshima to Tokyo. In the Friday rush to get home...
by Jamie Miles | Nov 24, 2020 | Articles & Guides
At a glance Based on the reader question: What’s the best way to track and prioritise my revision when learning a new topic? – Edith, UK Avoid the pitfall of being ‘All plan and no action’ by measuring what you have done rather than what you aspire to get...
by Jamie Miles | Nov 22, 2020 | True Stories & Reflections
We all love the thrill of a good bit of vacuuming. It sits at the seductive intersection of being productive and offering instant gratification. Though I discovered that the admission of vacuuming as a hobby crosses some sort of social line. ‘How’s your lockdown...
