One of the delights of living in the Southwest of Scotland is Wigtown, Scotlands book town. It is a lovely little town dotted right next to Luce Bay and from the shore, you can see across to Creetown (another lovely town). I have been coming to the b...
Nimbyism and Centralism are, to be blunt, the two biggest contributing factors to the decline of the British economy. Devolution was supposed to be a tonic for Centralism. Town Planning reform the cure for Nimbyism. Now, in Galloway, a battle between...
We are facing an unprecedented crisis of nonsense and needless distraction, in short, we are living in the age of Brain Rot. Whilst researching this article I ended up down a rabbit hole discussion about the best ropes to use when mountaineering. I h...
In today's digital age, leveraging the power of newsletters has become increasingly essential for professionals looking to connect, engage, and share valuable insights with their audience. LinkedIn, the world's largest professional network, offers a...
In today's digital age, leveraging the power of newsletters has become increasingly essential for professionals looking to connect, engage, and share valuable insights with their audience. LinkedIn, the world's largest professional network, offers a...
I have published five books on Amazon KDP that have been passion projects more than income spinners. Below are six lessons that I wish I had known throughout this process Write initially about what you know about - however boring. Why? Because what...
Finding email addresses is both an art and a science. It is an art and science that you can use to help improve your engagement with prospects and improve your working life. I have been finding and emailing clients, potential clients and candidates f...
Working from home is great. I have done it for a long time and highly recommend it. However, there are four horsemen of the Homeworking Apocalypse that everyone needs to be aware of: Disconnection, Distraction, Overworking, Return Mandates I have spe...
It is that time again. Christmas has flown by, and the bells of Hogmanay have rung out. After the hustle and bustle of the festive season, the world has entered its phase of re-emergence into the normal daily and seasonal cycles. After every festive...
Doon Valley every December runs a charming Santa Express, that is both accessible, lovely and value for money. Doon Valley Railway is located in Aryshire, not Galloway. The thought of leaving Dumfries and Galloway gave me sleepless nights, of course,...