Category Archives: Opinion
The human doth protest too much
Last week I descended into the rabbit hole of Generative AI, with ChatGPT. It really is very compelling and impressive. Need an essay on predictive dialling… no problem… how about an article on why predictive dialling is being replaced by … Continue reading
What’s your story arc?
With the nights drawing in a new TV season is upon us. There have been some great new series released; The Crown, Andor and of course, the finale of I’m A Celebrity, Get Me Out of Here (don’t ask… ). … Continue reading
Think Tank round up
Last week was the Credit Connect Think Tank, now live again in Manchester. It is always great to be at these events and is especially refreshing when there are new topics to cover. This year was no different and being … Continue reading
Drinking from the firehose – of information
I have always been a bit of a news fiend. Originally with extensive periodical/magazine subscriptions, I then started reading news online particularly via RSS feeds. I then had to mourn their loss as these were largely culled in favour of … Continue reading
Biscuits and Branding
I have recently developed a fondness for Tunnocks Caramel Wafers. Apparently, over 7,000,000 are eaten every week, which is 1 millionth eaten in my household alone… best with a cup of tea btw Until now I have been purchasing these … Continue reading
The end of the pub… as we know it?
If you look closely, you can see the economy changing before our eyes. This Friday I was out for a drink at my local. It is not a frequent event these days, but still nice to get out every so … Continue reading
Getting heard – being listened to – by saying less
I had a very enjoyable trip to Newcastle last week and posted a photo of the train station on LinkedIn to indicate my pleasure in being in the city. Somewhat to my surprise, it garnered more views than many of … Continue reading
Westminstenders & fast feedback
This week the political situation in the UK got so surreal, at one point it seemed all I needed for entertainment was the Financial Times and Newsnight, giving up watching the rest of TV for entertainment (let alone Eastenders). It … Continue reading
Freezers and financial difficulties
I was in Tesco to pick up a few things this Sunday and in the middle of picking some snacks for later, my attention was drawn to a hubbub at the end of the aisle. Lots of people, all waiting, … Continue reading
Times are a changing
News this week has of course been dominated by the Queen, sadly passing away, now succeeded by King Charles. My first thoughts were, of course with the family, it is no doubt a difficult time for them.My second thought was … Continue reading
