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- Chalet holidays - by Submitted on Jun 09, 2011 from James MortimerThe classic ski holiday image involves staying in a cosy, snow-topped chalet and relaxing by a warm fire after a day on the slopes, hot chocolate in hand. But the relative luxury of today’s chalet is in fact at odds with their origin. The term ‘chalet’ actually stems from the Arpitan speaking ...
Views: 1125 - Still time to get your piste fix - by Submitted on Apr 19, 2011 from James MortimerDidn’t get your piste fix this winter? As the temperatures begin to soar in the UK, it’s not too late to book in some ski action this spring and what better way to escape the royal wedding weekend! The ski season is still in full swing in Canada, where you can still enjoy full snow cover and ...
Views: 1080 - Speculate to Accumulate - by Submitted on Mar 25, 2011 from James MortimerIf you are owed money by an individual or a company, then the chances are you will attempt to recover the debt yourself. And why not, I mean after all you have provided the service as per the original agreement, so why not get paid in the normal way? It seems like a fair request to me. When ...
Views: 1069 - Internal Credit Control - Top Tips to Stay on Top of Your Invoices - by Submitted on Feb 21, 2011 from James MortimerDay one; get a new client. Day two; got a new client. Day three; perform work for the new client. Day four; invoice the new client. Day 100; not been paid by the new client.... Does the above sound familiar? Simply introducing a few strict measures into your own credit control procedures ...
Views: 1008 - Five Things Most Likely to Ruin Your Wedding - by Submitted on Jan 21, 2011 from James MortimerThe perfect day: brides-to-be use this expression a lot. The perfect couple looking for the perfect wedding on the perfect day. Most of the time we're happy to settle for a little bit of imperfection - a scratch here, a stain there, a ladder in our tights held in place by a dab of nail varnish. ...
Views: 862(1 vote) - Encourage wildlife into your garden! - by Submitted on Nov 09, 2010 from James MortimerPreserving the environment is an important element of gardening. One way gardeners can get to grips with the ecological as well as the aesthetic value of their plots is by catering to the needs of their local wildlife. Creating an eco friendly garden provides a refuge for many critically ...
Views: 845 - How Not to Lose Your Deposit to Your Wedding Supplier - by Submitted on Feb 19, 2011 from James MortimerHow many suppliers does it take to stage a wedding? Sounds like a joke, doesn't it? Well it isn't when you start to add up just how many different professionals you're going to have to hire and pay for to have the wedding of your dreams. Suppliers are a central feature of the wedding planning ...
Views: 819 - How to survive your child’s exams- a parent’s guide to approaching the exam period - by Submitted on May 31, 2011 from James MortimerThe exam period is upon us again and students nationwide will be preparing for the most intensive weeks of their school year. But parents can feel almost as stressed or nervous about the exam process as their children. This guide from experts at Roedean girl’s school is full of tips and ...
Views: 736 - Will you have a picture perfect wedding? - by Submitted on Apr 05, 2011 from James MortimerWe live in a much more ‘visual’ world than our grandparents. Fifty year ago, having your photograph taken was a major event. But today, with the incredible proliferation of cheap and easy-to-use digital cameras, mobile phones and video recorders, huge amounts of our lives seem to be recorded and ...
Views: 725(1 vote) - Online overload: we shall overcome? - by Submitted on Mar 08, 2011 from James MortimerOur brains are being re-wired and overloaded with every click of the mouse, according to Nicholas Carr, author of The Shallows: What the Internet is Doing to Our Brains. Our innate love of the new has found a virtual wonderland online, but the scattered nature of our movements while there ...
Views: 723 - How to Ensure Your Dream Wedding Venue Doesn't Become a Nightmare - by Submitted on Feb 05, 2011 from James MortimerNo matter how intimate the photograph of a bride and groom taken on their wedding day, one other 'character' is always present. Sometimes consigned to the background, sometimes prominently in the foreground, this particular wedding feature will shape the character and memories of your wedding ...
Views: 719 - Team sports- an aid in development and growth - by Submitted on Apr 29, 2011 from James MortimerRoedean School’s Under 19s netball squad competed at The National Schools Netball Finals on Saturday 19th March and were thrilled to achieve fifth place from a total of over 1,000 state and independent schools competing in this age group. Netball is just one of the many team sports where ...
Views: 697 - artrepublic.com’s guide to street art around the world - by Submitted on Apr 15, 2011 from James MortimerTravelling the world is about experiencing different cultures and seeing new things. Thanks to the internet street art has now become a world wide phenomenon, which means in almost every big city around the world there will be some amazing pieces to check out. When you visit a new city for ...
Views: 644 - Driving abroad: How to experience the world and stay safe - by Submitted on Apr 09, 2011 from James MortimerWhen you pass your driving test and receive your license the new sense of freedom can be overwhelming. This freedom and sense of adventure is magnified when you first drive in a foreign country. Whether it’s a short road trip or a long distance journey across a whole continent, driving abroad ...
Views: 618 - Mythbusting: Graduate telemarketing - by Submitted on Jun 01, 2011 from James MortimerThe telemarketing industry is rife with misconceptions. Myths about poor (commission based) pay, unreasonable targets and no progression prospects are just some of the public misunderstandings about the industry that telemarketing employees battle against each day. Many graduates see ...
Views: 576 - How to take the stress out of moving houses - by Submitted on Apr 28, 2011 from James MortimerIn terms of stress and anxiety, psychiatrists claim moving house is actually on par with getting divorced and experiencing bereavement! But some of the strain can be avoided by planning properly. If you organise yourself weeks before the move, your chances of having a smooth ride on the big day ...
Views: 569 - Thinking about your bridal gown? Here’s the best decision you can make. - by Submitted on Apr 17, 2011 from James MortimerOf all the decisions a woman makes about her wedding, her choice of bridal gown is arguably the one on which she is most judged. Whether it's karaoke or a full-blown jazz band, daffodils or daisies, pork or quorn, the impressions these wedding planning choices make on guests are as nothing when ...
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