Do you wonder how some people seem to enter negotiations and always get what they want? They use a tactic called persuasive messaging, and you can get the skill, too. But first, you need to understand the basics of persuasion, a subtle yet vital skill that you can achieve through neuro linguistic courses. Step 1 […]

By : Nick Cooper

Public speaking, speeches and presentations can figure largely in many business roles, from marketing to human resources. While some people look at home standing up in front of people, for others, it is their worst nightmare. For many people, talking in front of a small group of people, let alone hundreds hanging on your every […]

By : Nick Cooper

Not written an assignment in a long time? Daunted by the task at hand, unsure you can stretch your answer to 1,500 words or more? Whether you are new to writing assignments or coming back to learning after a break, this simple but effective assignment writing guide is jam-packed full of fantastic information and advice.< […]

By : Nick Cooper

So, you have taken the plunge and enrolled on online courses with qualifications. You are revved up, full of energy and commitment. Kudos! But, slowly reality starts to creep in, and lasting the term of your online course is an uphill struggle. Thankfully, help is at hand with these five tips for success with online […]

By : Nick Cooper

If you leave your home with a heavy heart as you head to work on a Monday morning, the time had come for change. But for many people, the Monday Blues start with the Sunday Evening Dread, a realisation that in a few hours time they will be back at work. For many, work is […]

By : Nick Cooper

You’ve made a decision – you are going to shift the excess weight and get in shape. So you hit the gym and settle into the less-calories-in-more-calories-out formula. At first, you lose some weight and you’re toning up nicely. But, within sight of your goal, it all stops. Your weight remains the same, you are […]

By : Nick Cooper

A complex and little-understood organ, the brain is a marvel of human physiology. There are eight main ‘sections’ of the brain that control everything about you, from the way you react to stimuli across all your senses. Your brain also makes ‘you’, for example, what you remember and when. It also determines other characteristics of […]

By : Nick Cooper

Teaching Assistants (TAs) are valued members of a school’s staff and an amazing resource in any classroom. With vacancies across the education sector (including primary and secondary schools, pupil referral units and colleges) there are many opportunities to become a teaching assistant. Schools and colleges are increasingly looking for TAs that are both qualified and […]

By : Nick Cooper

The beauty industry in the UK is worth £17 billion a year – and it is growing. Many surveys that suggest that many women spend up to £450 a year keeping their nails looking their best. Nail Art – Not a Modern Invention Painted nails in Ancient Egypt were a symbol of someone’s social standing […]

By : Nick Cooper

Getting yourself organised before you start any home learning courses is an essential study skill. Being methodical in your study approach helps to keep procrastination at bay, but also helps to keep stress levels low and the end in sight. So, what do you need to know to stay organised? A Place to Study Finding […]

By : Nick Cooper