Cambridge Curiosity and Imagination discuss their partnership with KISS
Ruth Sapsed, Director of Cambridge Curiosity and Imagination, describes the long-term, fruitful partnership we've had over the years.
Chinese consumer tech companies’ visit to Cambridge - innovation and exchange of ideas
VR, AI, IoT, industrial innovation, just some of the topics we covered in one day – what a productive visit for these Chinese consumer tech companies in Cambridge!
Three new members appointed to Combined Authority's Business Board
New skills and experience have been added to the Combined Authority’s Business Board with the appointment of three new members.
Cyber Security standards from the DFE for Schools – Free Booklet
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How to... umm, be persuasive when... err, speaking
'Umms' and 'err's damage your credibility.
Local charity doubles original planting target
Local Cambridgeshire rewilding charity, Creating Nature’s Corridors is celebrating completing its 2023/24 season AND more than doubling the planting target set for the year. The charity aims to plant 10,000 native trees and hedges per annum but in just five months, has smashed this goal by 53%, creating 1.7km of new hedgerows and planting 21,247 trees and hedging plants.
Show not tell in public speaking and leadership
You can spend a lot of time telling people what they should do, but the breakthrough comes only when you show them…
Addenbrooke’s Charity supporters have raised over £100,000 for the new Cambridge Cancer Research Hospital in just one weekend
Earlier this month, Addenbrooke’s Charitable Trust’s (ACT) amazing supporters pulled out all the stops with three magnificent fundraising events raising more than £100,000 for the new Cambridge Cancer Research Hospital.
Shining a light on the future of business: The Guildhall to light up for B Corp Month this March
Between 13 and 20 March, The Guildhall, in Cambridge City’s Market Square, will light up in white, yellow and pink to celebrate B Corp Month, which takes place throughout March.
5 tips for managing your career in 2024
How can you get ahead in your career in this unpredictable, ever-evolving world? There will always be things that throw us off course – the pandemic being a good example. But there are steps we can take to help us navigate these bumpy roads.
Tired of attending events that make you question your life choices?
In the rapidly evolving landscape of virtual interactions, creating engaging online events has become a paramount challenge. Whether you're hosting a webinar, virtual conference, or hybrid event, capturing and maintaining the audience's attention is crucial.
Where are the practical and responsible people-centred applications of artificial intelligence in real-world learning and development?
In a recent webinar, Acteon’s Matt Borg explored how making smart use of AI can help provide colleagues with customised learning plans, personalised coaching and just-in-time micro content.
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Intense interactions in public speaking
If there’s one trick to lift your public speaking and presentations towards excellence, it’s including interactions. But how frequently should you do so...?
Exercising authority in public speaking
Simon Hall writes...One of my favourite public speaking and presenting tips makes sure you come across much more effectively to an audience, and even gives you some exercise as well...
Works begin on new homes site - It Takes A City
It Takes A City Community Land Trust break ground on site for modular houses for the homeless.
US2U Consulting E-news February 2024: Elevate your business success with US2U Consulting this Spring
US2U Consulting are pleased to share our February 2024 e-newsletter, recapping our latest news and video as we head into Spring.
Sable&Hawkes design new Paediatric Day Care Oncology Unit
Spending frequent, long periods of time in hospital place can be an intimidating and stressful reality for anyone. So when Sable were asked by Kingston NHS Trust to design a new Paediatric day care Oncology unit we were delighted to think, hope that in some way we could help. Our solution was Other Worlds. This is a short case study of the Other Worlds story.
Critical details of communication
Tiny details can make a big difference to whether you succeed or fail in important work, as I saw this week…
TR Events & Catering Announces George Nolan as New Head of Sales
TR Events & Catering, a leading multi-service event management provider in Cambridgeshire and Suffolk, is thrilled to announce the appointment of George Nolan as the new Head of Sales. This appointment is a significant milestone for the company, signalling its continued growth and evolution in the competitive event management industry.
How to network (without being a soulless predator)
When you go to a networking event, don’t think ‘business’, think ‘personal’.
Home-grown Six Inches of Soil film released in cinemas across the UK
Cambridge-based DragonLight Films' much-anticipated environmental documentary begins its UK screening tour. The ‘green carpet’ launch will take place at the Arts Picturehouse Cambridge on 19th March, followed by screenings across the country.
The multiplier agency
KISS writes...Over the last few years our capabilities and the way we impact audiences has radically shifted.
Planning a Powerful Presentation
Want to know the easiest and most effective way to create a winning talk or presentation? I thought you might! In which case, read on...
Excite your audience
If you look bored, don't expect your audience to bring all the energy.