james brown
Member since May 2020
Addictive Netflix shows to watch
With life slowly going back to normal, the nights getting darker and you have those days you want to stay in and find something good to watch. With most of use already watch shows like Stranger Things, Orange is the new black. Here are four shows that will keep you entertained. Here is our list […]
University And The New Rules
With hundreds of thousands of students beginning or returning to university facing new rules and restriction on what they can and cannot do is about to change the student experience. Students will be restricted to the rule of six, meaning they must limit how many friends they see out of their household. While this may […]
I Didn’t Know that!? 15 Strange and Interesting Facts
After hours spend on the internet, I have created a list of 15 strange and interesting facts that I bet you did not know. 1.Chewing gum boosts mental proficiency and is considered a better test aid than caffeine – but nobody knows why this happens. 2. Adult cats only meow at humans, not other cats. […]
Xbox Series X or PS5: Everything you need to know.
The next generation of gaming consoles has been announced for launch in November, and here are all the need to know details if your thinking of making a purchase. The Console There will be a standard PlayStation 5 and a PS5 Digital Edition without a 4K Blu-ray disc drive. While Xbox is doing something similar […]
How to Make Your Student Flat Feel Like Home
I’m sure you’ve envied the Instagram photos of rooms with draped fairy lights, polaroid pics and plants hanging from the ceiling. Although student halls are often pretty basic, we’ve got some top tips to make your student room feel like a home away from home. Print Photographs of Friends and Family Moving away from your family and […]
Chancy Or Clever? Starting A Business Whilst Studying
Figures estimate that more than 50,000 students set up a business before leaving university. Do you want to join them? Here’s why doing it now ccould be a recipe for success… Is college or university really a good time to start a business? For most people, the answer is probably ‘no’ – and this would […]
Add Marmite to your cooking
Love it or hate it, Marmite can be the secret ingredient to boost the flavour in your cooking. Whether cooking from scratch or adding your touch to prepared meals, Marmite can be the perfect solution. I have listed a couple of meals that I love adding Marmite too. If you are not usually a fan […]
Breakfast, make one simple change.
Breakfast has always been the most important meal of the day. But for many of us, including myself, usually consists of a cup of coffee while I get ready for the day ahead. So why is breakfast important? Eating in the morning gives us energy and concentration for the day ahead. It refuels our body […]
Tricks and Tips For Pinterest 2020
Pinterest has updated its algorithm for 2020, which has resulted in some people seeing a reduction in traffic and pins. Here are some tricks and tips to increase your engagement. Changes to the 2020 Pinterest algorithm. The biggest change to the algorithm is new content, the platform wants fresh new content for users and therefore […]
Interview Questions (With Examples)
Do you have trouble with interview questions? Here are 3 questions with example answers, what do say if you don’t understand the question and what to avoid. “Are you overqualified for this job?” My experience demonstrates I am fully qualified for the position, not overqualified to do the job. My experience will enable me to […]
Apply for jobs? – Application form tips
If you are currently looking for work, filling in endless applications, make sure to check out these application form tips to get you to the interview stage. When it comes to applying for jobs, many people prefer doing an application form than writing out a resume, however, most people put less research into the application, […]
The scariest time of my life
While thinking of some of the scariest times of my life, I thought about what I had overcome. I had overcome different challenges, and I have encountered moments where I didn’t know what to do. I have suffered from mental health problems and the loss of close friends and family, but this is what scared […]
Living with Anaemia
This has been a strange year, it seems like one thing after another. At the beginning of the year, I found out I was anaemic, which I had been for many years according to blood test results but was never informed. This was a shock and thought there must be a mistake, I felt fine. […]
The Blind Chef: Christine Ha
The blind chef, Christine Ha inspired a nation when she competed in the third series of Master Chef America. Christine won seven times in both individual and team challenges; additionally, she placed three times in the top three groups. Christine was announced the winner of the competition and was awarded $250,000, the MasterChef title, the MasterChef trophy, and […]
Revisiting Childhood Websites
I came across an old laptop in the attic, not been used for many years, I decided to see if it worked.It took its time to start and made some strange noises and finally, Windows XP loaded up. I browsed through the laptop, finding some old photographs and videos I had completely forgotten about. I […]
How to ruin your day
Everyday we do things that make life a little harder on ourselves, while at the time they may benefit us, over the duration of the day it will make it harder. Below are some of the things we do, and some alternatives that will benefit you in the long term. Try these for 14 days […]
Job Interviewing – Do’s and Dont’s – Before, During and After an Interview
Almost all job seekers recognize the importance of preparing for a job interview. And that means more than just showing up with your resume in hand and a smile on your face. You probably know at least some of the things you should do to get ready. However, have you also thought about what you […]
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