Work-Life Balance

When Work-Life Balance Isn’t the Point Anymore

Alignment matters more than balance. It’s not about splitting hours evenly, but making sure the hours count. Here’s why shifting from “balance” to “alignment” can help you create a life and work that truly fit together.

10 Aug 2025 3 min read

Keeping Cool in the Home Office in the Heatwave

Creating an airtight AC installation in my garden studio took some imaginative thinking. An acrylic panel made all the difference – now it’s efficient, removable, and built to last.

12 Jul 2025 3 min read

Noticing What Was Always There

I’ve walked past them countless times without seeing them – two old plaques on a wall. Then one day, I actually looked… and fell headfirst into six centuries of local history, hidden in plain sight.

08 Jun 2025 2 min read

Sacred Spaces and Soulful Reflections in Northwest England

In late May, time away in Chester and a side trip to Liverpool gave my wife and me moments to explore two very different cathedrals. One wrapped us in history and warmth. The other, though grand in scale, left us searching for spirit. Both offered space for reflection.

01 Jun 2025 7 min read

Quiet Counsel Over Client Kudos

In a profession where announcing client wins is still often the norm, I've found greater value in discretion. Inspired by a recent post from Nina Sawetz, I explore why a lower-key approach can build stronger, more authentic and trusting relationships.

30 Apr 2025 2 min read

The Human Side of AI: Finding Focus, Purpose, and Support

A personal reflection on how generative AI is evolving – from a productivity tool to a source of support, clarity, and purpose. Inspired by new HBR research and my own journey to rebalance work and life.

16 Apr 2025 3 min read

A Towering Chronicle of English History

The story of Dunster Castle spans nearly 1,000 years, from Norman fort to Victorian country house. I explore the castle’s rich history and share highlights from our visit to this remarkable Somerset landmark.

07 Apr 2025 5 min read

In a Nutshell

"I just wanted to write and have a blog." Why I choose Ghost over WordPress for TheSelfHostingArtAre you thinking about Ghost vs WordPress in 2023? Check this post to see why Ghost was the better solution for me and check which solution would be better for you :)The

06 Jan 2025 1 min read

Collaborating with ChatGPT Plus on a LinkedIn Refresh

After 20 years on LinkedIn, I decided it was time for a complete refresh and to create a profile that better reflects who I am today and where I’m heading, professionally and personally. How often do you update or change your LinkedIn profile? Probably when you change your job

02 Jan 2025 6 min read

When Work-Life Balance Isn’t the Point Anymore

Keeping Cool in the Home Office in the Heatwave

Noticing What Was Always There

Sacred Spaces and Soulful Reflections in Northwest England

Quiet Counsel Over Client Kudos

The Human Side of AI: Finding Focus, Purpose, and Support

A Towering Chronicle of English History

In a Nutshell

Collaborating with ChatGPT Plus on a LinkedIn Refresh

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