A massive sneezing attack, followed by a massive nose bleed on the train, wasn’t how I wished my morning started. Hopefully the day improves from this point on…
2023
A quick pint in the local on the way home from work. Sunshine, beer and excellent chats. All good.
Go me.
Wednesday, June 28, 2023
For the first time in living memory, I’ve actually completely my monthly business expenses on time. This means I can pay myself everything my business owes me at the end of the same month I spent the money. (This may or may not have anything to do with the enormous bill I accumulated at Apple, buying a new M2 Mac mini and Apple Studio Display. All completely necessary and legitimate business expenses, your honour.Bought a case of this last weekend and it arrived this morning!
Tuesday, June 27, 2023
It was, for a long time, my favourite Brewdog beer. But it was only available on British Airways flights, so I could only drink it while airborne! The luxury… Now it’s on general release and I couldn’t wait to snap some up. And I can say with confidence that it tastes just as good as it did when I had it on a plane. Which is just as well, as I have another 47 cans of the stuff to get through…Looking up at the Arcelor Mittal Orbit in London's Olympic Park this lunchtime.
Tuesday, June 27, 2023
The first time I saw it, I was really disappointed - I thought it was a waste of money, space and effort. A few years alter, it seems more like a familiar landmark and really stands out from some of the more traditional, box-like buildings dotted around the park. The say familiarity breeds contempt. In this case, it’s more like a grudging acceptance. After all, it’s not going anywhere. You can find out more about it hereSpotted on my lunchtime walk around the Olympic Park, Stratford.
Tuesday, June 27, 2023
The view from here...
Tuesday, June 27, 2023
I snapped this photo from my apartment balcony on Sunday evening. I almost missed it as I was so engrossed in the coverage from Glastonbury. The sunsets are often quite lovely from our vantage point up on the 35th floor in Canary Wharf, but Sunday was quite spectacular. I’m sure it had something to do with the heatwave we experienced last week. Sunday saw central London hit 31C which is both unusual and sadly becoming more usual.New office setup
Tuesday, June 27, 2023
I’ve replaced my 24" office iMac with an Apple Studio Display and an M2 Mac mini. And I couldn’t be happier. The additional screen real estate is very welcome, as is the speedier Mac. But knowing I can plug in any Mac (or iPad Pro) to the display allows for additional flexibility - even if I don’t need it right now. I’ve had a Studio Display at home in the study since they were initially launched and it was a case of love at first sight.First day back in the office after ten days in the sun and it's quite the shock to the system.
Monday, June 19, 2023
First was the early bedtime yesterday, followed by the early alarm. I’ve spent over a week going to bed at 2am or later, then getting up whenever I felt like it. As a result, I feel like I’m jet-lagged! Definitely mentally slower, even though I had a great sleep. Next, the need to focus on my screen in the office and decipher the many, many emails awaiting my return. Finally, the weird absence of a pool or a bar in my immediate environment.Minor airport rant…
Sunday, June 18, 2023
Getting stuck behind someone at airport security who thinks the rules don’t apply to them is just the worst. Seeing Barcelona airport security take none of her shit and apply the rules without mercy is just…magical. I think a cruise just offloaded at Barcelona, as the airport is full of confused Americans, complaining about everything and forgetting to use their ‘indoor voices’. Grateful for the noise cancelling of my AirPods Pro.Enjoying our last day in Sitges
Saturday, June 17, 2023
I’ve had enough time on the beach, so today is all about poolside tanning. And maybe some cocktails. We head back to London tomorrow (boo!) but if I’m honest, I’m quite looking forward to sleeping in my own bed again. A very busy week ahead, so for now, I want to focus on enjoying the peace and quiet of the lawn here in our Sitges hotel.Enjoying that post-sunbathing glow after a day on the beach.
Final client call of the day was cancelled. So I’m heading home early to enjoy a cool beverage in the sunshine on my balcony.
The swans are back on the water. Nature is healing in East London…
And now down to business!
Wednesday, May 31, 2023
My top 3 tasks for the remainder of the day are: Edit and publish yesterday’s workshop all about workplace loneliness Edit and publish a recording of a webinar on mindfulness practices Edit and publish a recording of a workplace on ‘difficult conversations’ With all this time in front of the computer today, I’m glad I stretched my legs on the way to and from my breakfast meeting this morning.This morning’s very welcome and very delicious cup of coffee, at Grind, Liverpool Street.
Good morning from a very overcast London
Wednesday, May 31, 2023
I’m a little relieved the weather is so disappointing today! I have four videos to edit today - a few webinar recordings and some new course materials - and it’s even more difficult to focus on this when the sun is shining outside. I’m such a sun worshipper, it makes concentrating in the office a real challenge when I can see what I’m missing outside. And living in London, the sun is never guaranteed.After a truly terrible night’s sleep last night, it’s time for a hot shower and an early night. A day of video edits for the YouTube channel lies ahead.
Some 'webinar face' from earlier today
Tuesday, May 30, 2023
It was my first public webinar in quite some time - unfortunately taking place after a shocking night of insomnia. My Apple Watch delivered the bad news once I woke up - but I didn’t need a device to tell me I hadn’t slept enough. But I think I survived it! Add to that some workshop design, as well as recording a new episode of the podcast, and I think I had a surprisingly product day in the office - all things considered.WWDC: hopes and dreams
Tuesday, May 30, 2023
With a just few days until WWDC, I’m interested to see what Apple is going to do with its core apps, like Reminders and Notes. I’d love to see backlinks in Notes, to support some #PKM action. And the ability to easily get a deeplink from any note to share to any other app. When it comes to Reminders, I’d welcome the ability to hide links, notes and attachments from the interface.