A Very Happy New Year
And as we make the transition from the old to the new year – can I thank you for your continued readership, feedback and support.
Of the night
I’m in Altrincham at the moment, having travelled here yesterday to celebrate my daughter’s birthday (17, going on 25). Last night we had a meal at her favourite restaurant, Danilo’s in Hale (again) and, after driving 327 miles to get there in awful traffic, I left my car parked at Hale Station overnight and walked … Read the Rest
Chris Barrow’s week of Twitters
- Off to Truro this morning – taking Annie to work and then some Christmas shopping – typical bloke (last minute). #
- Cheese and marmite panini and a gingerbread latte http://bit.ly/7B83Y9 #
- Christmas shopping stage one complete. Stage 2 shortly. Working the list. #
- just finished wrapping – now to make a spag with … Read the Rest
Speechless with admiration
That’s speechless admiration for every house-wife and house-husband. The last three days I have been based at home in Falmouth whilst Annie has been working – and so the place has been mine. I first of all acknowledge that there haven’t been any children in sight (apart from the students who live above us) … Read the Rest
The disco bank
I dislike discos at the best of times – call me a Grinch (I am) but the thought of standing in a dark, noisy, crowded room full of smelly people and trying to hold down a conversation? Not my idea of fun. OK for dancing, drinking and acting daft for Facebook photos. So why … Read the Rest
Its bonus time
“Dear Chris, I’ve been running my bonus scheme as you suggested, but I am considering a change for 2010. There are pros and cons and I welcome your thoughts.
I remember a long time back you asked dentists for questions and I sent you in one “how can you make staff feel … Read the Rest
Chris Barrow’s week of Twitters
- busy morning at my desk before driving to London this afternoon #
- Pizza in Paddington with my son Alex before I drive him home for Christmas. A great conversation about life, the universe and everything. #
- Transport son from London to Altrincham, pick up new bike in Barnsley, attend working dinner in Manchester, … Read the Rest
Mind maps are fun
http://www.coachbarrow.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2009/12/PastedGraphic1.pdf
Where it all began
Last night I walked past Century House in St Peters Square Manchester on my way to dinner and the game. I arrived here for my first day at work in September 1970, just a few days before my 16th birthday. It amazes me how fate can affect our lives. There were two school leavers … Read the Rest
Marketing genius
You may have noticed the TV advert that follows, aired during the X-Factor Final. Pure genius is what you are about to see. Facebook friends CLICK HERE.
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