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I was born in Scotland and migrated to Australia, when I was little, grew up (some would say I never have), went to University in New Zealand. After a brief stint in the Army, I started work in IT as an Computer Operator.

I then spent a few years as a Technical

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Autos > Classic Cars Classic cars: What's your favorite and why?: 15 of 24
From the first minute the Silver Birch, DB5 Aston Martin appeared on the screen in Goldfinger, I was hooked. This car with its sleek lines and sporty look made me want one.When during the course of the film, it unleashed a barrage of special features, I as a young boy was utterly enthralled.Over the years, I have owned many c... More..
Politics, News & Issues > Energy Issues Threats to the world's oil supply: From the Middle East to South America: 5 of 8
The biggest threat to the World's Oil Supply come not from petty dictators, terrorists, or even Oil Cartels.It comes from Hedge Funds and Oil Speculators, people who are only interested in gouging a healthy profit margin from high prices.Ask the question, Does it cost anymore to pump the oil from the ground? No, the costs to ... More..
Politics, News & Issues > Energy Issues Who's to blame for the surge in gas prices?: 24 of 38
We are. The foolish paying public. We are the only ones to blame, because the economy works on supply and demand. We demand to use petrol (Gas) and the suppliers keep jacking up the price, until we can pay no more.Add in a healthy dose of speculators and other middle men, who are buying up the oil while it is still in mid oce... More..
Business > Business News & Issues What healthcare reform would be the most beneficial?: 8 of 12
Here in Australia, we have had a universal medicare for all people. It is funded by a 1.5% levy on every tax payer. It doesn't matter if you are a high earner, or a low earner, while the tax rates are different the medicare levy is the same.Do we get upset about it. No. We know that everyone can go to the doctor, or hospital ... More..
Business > Customer Management How to use storytelling to engage customers: 6 of 9
Have you ever given a presentation and used Case Studies.If you have, you have used story telling. Often the fastest way to convey an idea is to use a case study to assist in getting your message across. It also allows you to write to one audience level and educate your audience if necessary.I have written many presentations ... More..
Autos > Autos (Other) Fords versus Holdens in Australia: 2 of 3
Australians are a fairly laid back people, we don't get angry about politics, we don't care about religion and generally we won't commit sectarian violence against a person because of their football team.Cars are another matter, many a fight has broken out in the school grounds due to the Ford versus Holden matter.Australians... More..
Business > Project Management Risk management for project managers: 7 of 10
Project Management has many strings to its bow. Risk management is one of these and it is an essential part of project management. Each stage, or in a project has its own inherent risks. It is the job of a good project manager to know the risks evaluate the risk using a good risk analysis methodology, either As Low As Prac... More..
Autos > Autos (Other) The greatest car ever invented: 5 of 7
Before we state what the Greatest Car ever Invented, we need to define what makes the car great.Is it the most number of cars produced (Volkwagen Beetle, Model T Ford, fight it out for that honour).Is it the fastest, that fight would be between the Koniggsegg and the Bugatti Veyron.Is it the most luxurious, that fight would b... More..
Business > Customer Management How to deal with customer complaints: 6 of 8
I have a friend who has a rubber Hand Grenade sitting on his desk with a Safety Pin in the Hand Grenade and a number on the Safety Pin. Above this reads a sign that reads For all Complaints, please take a Number While this may seem a humorous anecdote, it reflects an attitude that all of us think at times. Customer Complai... More..
Business > Sales Tips for writing business bids: 3 of 4
When confronted with the prospect of tendering for work, remember the golden rules.1. Get a copy of all tender documentation from the client. Ensure that you understand exactly what they are doing and who the end users will be. Understanding everything about both your client/customer and end users will allow you to precisely ... More..