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Is organic food worth the additional cost, or is the organic movement just hype? We unpick the science behind organic food, and help you to identify what is worth paying extra for, and where you might want to save your money.
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Do you think that complicated writing will impress your readers? Or that jargon and the latest management buzzwords are required? Learn about the importance of writing clearly and concisely using plain English. buff.ly/4fbiZ5f
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Grammatical voice is a property of verbs in English, and may be either active or passive. Understand the distinction between the two and learn when to use each appropriately to improve your writing.
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Financial literacy is one of the most important skills you can acquire. Learn about some of these skills, such as budgeting, saving and investing.
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Numeracy skills matter. Improved numeracy leads to better paid jobs, greater well-being and a less stressful life. Improve your understanding of numbers with our easy-to-follow articles and examples covering practical numeracy.
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We all know sustainability is important, but what does the term mean? And in particular, what does it mean for you? Learn about the ‘three pillars’ of people, profits and planet, and how small changes can make a big difference.
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Keeping a diary may sound old-fashioned, but it can also be a thoroughly modern way to keep track of your thoughts and ideas and has many benefits. For tips to help you develop the habit, head to buff.ly/3Boa69b
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Do you really know what’s in the food you eat? Or have you been seduced by claims about its healthiness? Learn about the industrially produced edible substances known as ultra-processed food: foods that are not really food at all.
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Learn why you should have a marketing strategy, and how to write one that will enable you to understand and deliver on your marketing objectives.
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Knowing how to facilitate a process, whether a simple one-hour workshop or a complex conference, is an important skill. Learn the basics of facilitation skills.
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Is organic food worth the extra price? For your health, or for the environment? Only you can decide, so understand the science behind the organic label and make up your own mind.
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It’s late summer in the northern hemisphere and managing the transition from holiday back to school can be stressful. Learn about how we react to change and discover a simple model to help you accept and manage change and uncertainty in your life.
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If you wear a smartwatch, you can track your heart rate, steps, sleep, and more. But do these measures offer useful health information, or are they just numbers? Discover ways to measure wellness, which encompasses health and well-being.buff.ly/3YP2iag
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Team building often gets a bad press—but that’s because most of us have only experienced it done badly. Done well, it can improve communication, collaboration and cooperation. Learn more about how to do it right and avoid annoying exercises. buff.ly/4dFvSmR
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It’s now possible to get a home test for almost any health condition. But is it worth the money? Learn about the various tests and metrics available to assess your state of health or wellness—and why they may not always be worth the cost. buff.ly/46R13tn
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Do you feel overwhlemed by other people's pictures of their 'perfect holiday' on social media? Learn how to overcome status anxiety so that you can pursue your own ideas of success. buff.ly/3WiimOT
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Leadership is all about leading, right? Wrong! Learn about inclusive leadership, and why organisations are embracing this concept. Explore the characteristics of inclusive leaders, and how you can develop these traits. buff.ly/4ddtPq0
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“...the truth, the whole truth, and nothing but the truth”. Learn more about the value that we place on truth, and why it matters to us as individuals and as a society. buff.ly/4bKnf9f
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“I’ll have a latte, please...” Coffee may not be quite the villain that it has been painted in recent years. Learn more about why drinking coffee may actually be good for your health. buff.ly/45W26aI
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There are many barriers to effective communication. Learn how to improve your communication skills by removing barriers to understanding and comprehension.
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