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Let's start the year with an observation. More accurately it was a lack of observation on my part. On the hunt for a beef brisket to take my new Weber iGrill thermometer on its maiden voyage, I went to a locally owned and operated supermarket. Accompanied by my son, we casually loaded up the basket (mostly with impulse buys) and headed home. As we left the car park, my son pointed out a 10-foot square sign offering a free coffee if you spent $x in store - a threshold I had surpassed despite...

While melting in the afternoon heat yesterday, I spent 5 minutes considering a few things I could do to enjoy a more relaxing Christmas, and a productive start to 2026. Here's what I will be doing: ⛔ Unsubscribing, ruthlessly. If an email newsletter or app subscription hasn't served me this year, I am letting it go. 🙏 Saying thank you. I'll be calling or sending messages (or a Big Little Gift Box) to the people who have supported through me this year.  📥 Clearing my inbox. I employ a clean...

The 2025 Net Promoter Score (NPS) Industry Benchmarks by Perceptive have landed, and they make for encouraging reading for those of us in recruitment. Against a backdrop of significant economic turbulence this year, the data shows how the recruitment sector has stepped up its game. The Highlights: - Recruitment: +33 (An increase of 45 points YoY). - Professional Services: +31 (Dipping slightly by -1). - Financial Services: +16 (Up 8 points). - Real Estate: +4 (Up 5 points). While two-thirds...