Sue Whitaker

Modern workspace with laptop and coding books, symbolizing IT apprenticeship learning Apprenticeships have been a valuable way for IT companies to build skilled teams while offering career paths to new talent. Recent reforms in apprenticeship programs are reshaping how companies approach training and hiring. These changes bring both challenges and opportunities for IT firms eager to stay competitive and develop their workforce effectively. Understanding the new rules and adapting strategies...

Blue Monday usually falls on the third Monday of January. It has gained attention as the most depressing day of the year. In this post, we will explore why labelling a day as "Blue Monday" can deepen our negativity. We will also discuss how we can shift our mindset to embrace positivity instead. The Origins of Blue Monday and Its Impact The term "Blue Monday" was first coined in 2005 by a psychologist. He claimed to calculate the most depressing day using a formula that considers several...

I have never enjoyed making or even thinking about New Year Resolutions. The idea of 'New Year, New You' and much like a fairy tale - things will significantly change after the stroke of midnight is a myth. You may enjoy celebrating the new year with others around you, but when I wake up the next morning and as soon as I get an email or a bill in the post, the realisation that things have not magically changed sets in. As soon as 1st January comes around and a lot of the time a few days...