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I am a 25 year old from Essex in the UK working in Marketing & Data Analysis. I have a Business Management degree with sub-qualifications in Marketing and Psychology. Most of my writing will be in these areas but I do branch out into other channels a fair

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Entertainment > TV Show Reviews TV show reviews: America's Got Talent: 4 of 11
In NBC's America's Got Talent, performers battle it out on stage before three judges decide whether they are good enough to compete in the next round for the chance of winning $1 million. Sounds familiar doesn't it? Surprisingly enough, the show is produced by American Idol bad boy Simon Cowell and thus, bares quite the resem... More..
Hobbies & Games > Video Games (Other) Does violence in video games contribute to real life violence?: 81 of 219
As I completed my game of Doom I went out into the garden to grab a breath of fresh air, delighted that I had finally done it. I don't know if it had made me a more aggressive person but as a went into the shed, grabbed my raygun and begun my journey to distant planets to slay those evil mutants I thought that I could have be... More..
Business > Marketing Dos and don'ts of affiliate marketing: 3 of 8
With a rapidly increasing online community, many entrepreneurs are taking the opportunity to dive into the deep end of affiliate marketing. There are stories of people making thousands out of their affiliate programs and more and more eager prospects are wanting a piece of the pie. If only it were that easy.Essentially, affil... More..
Creative Writing > Memoirs Memoirs: The most ridiculous present my boss ever gave me: 3 of 8
When working at quite a large multi-national organisation, the gift that I was given by my boss at Christmas actually convinced me that it was time to quit my job.I had regular meetings with my boss, maybe once every couple of weeks to discuss processes within my department and what was expected of me and the rest of the team... More..
Relationships & Family > Communication Skills How to start a conversation and make friends: 11 of 29
It's surprising how many people are petrified at the thought of having to start a conversation. All they can think of is that point of social rejection which is always a possibility when attempting to begin some kind of dialogue. However, as we are all aware, these sort of skills are vital for you to get through life at both ... More..
Parenting & Pregnancy > Child Discipline Strategies To smack or not to smack a child: 16 of 41
Smacking is an integral part of teaching children about discipline when they are growing up. As long as it is administered in the correct way, smacking as a very important parenting tool.Smacking should only be used as a last resort, in a controlled manner and never in anger. Once smacked, the parent should ask the child why ... More..
Relationships & Family > Communication Skills The art of communication: Basic principles of effective communication: 12 of 30
To put it simply, good communication is essential for a successful organisation. It is required at all levels and in various forms throughout the company whether it be transmitting ideas, information and opinions or to just arrange lunch with your colleagues. So, what exactly does good communication consist of?It is probably ... More..
Computers & Technology > Telephones (Other) How mobile phones have affected the art of conversation: 6 of 15
Starting a relationship, telling someone that you love them, canceling arrangements, breaking up with a girlfriend; a set of incredibly difficult scenarios which can now be avoided thanks to the wonderful development of the mobile phone! The way that mobile phones have affected conversation struck me in a rather unfortunate ... More..
Celebrations & Holidays > Christmas Christmas traditions and celebrations in Brazil: 2 of 5
Brazil is a vastly multi-cultural society and naturally with this, comes a variety of Christmas traditions, many originated from their Portuguese heritage. Brazil tends to be known for its samba, great football and the Amazon River but there is far more to it than meets the eye, especially where Christmas is concerned.Many im... More..
Society & Lifestyle > Gender Issues Assessing whether real men cry: 26 of 63
A few years ago it was a rarity and perhaps somewhat of a surprise to see any public glimpse of the uncontrollable male emotion known as crying. Just to clarify, crying is the act of uttering inarticulate sounds especially of greif or suffering and usually with tears. The inarticulate sounds part is not generally a problem bu... More..