Female representation in New Zealand’s largest companies is still a work in progress. Well, technically speaking, it’s an embarrassment. In New Zealand, less than 30 percent of board directors are women and 27 companies – nearly a fifth of all those listed on the NZX – have no women on […]
Dreams. They’re weird, right? When we put our heads down at night, our minds crank out some often absolutely bizarre made up yarn to act as our ‘overnight entertainment’, leaving us confused, scared and often fascinated when we snap back to Earth. While even the smartest and most well read […]
When in Tuscany’s capital Florence, with its palazzos, cathedrals and bustling squares, you can’t escape the distinctive scent of leather. In this beautiful city of the Italian masters, there are shops and market stalls offering quality leather goods on practically every street corner. If you’re in the market for a […]
New Zealand company Luma Analytics is on a mission to “accelerate the world’s understanding of the power of data, and provide the tools to unlock its value.” In just over three and half years, their insights have unlocked potential for some of New Zealand’s largest companies, as well as a […]
I don’t know if it’s just got a great PR team or what, but some people out there would have you believe that the Espresso Martini is the only decent espresso-based cocktail out there. I’m here to tell you today that this is patently untrue. The evidence? The Amazonia Espresso […]
I hope I don’t rile up its fans too much by suggesting that the Negroni is one of the more divisive cocktails out there. Its powerful punch of flavour makes it unable to claim to be a universal crowd-pleaser like your understated classic G&T, but the Italian classic has its […]
Lets face it, getting enough quality sleep can be tough. Whether you are a sleep-deprived parent, shift worker or a stressed-out superhuman with a massive to-do list, sleep will likely be something you’re challenged by – despite feeling physically and mental exhausted. Know that you are not alone. According to […]
Artificial limbs; invisible braces; space blankets; freeze drying; water filters; solar cells; we have access to so many modern technologies developed for NASA’s various space programs that we really should have a NASA Day public holiday to give thanks. Maybe it could replace Queen’s Birthday – as what have the […]
A certain amount of personal discipline and drive is critical for success in both business and life. A couple of years ago, I spent time with Warren Rustand, an exceptional individual, who shared with me how he stayed focused and motivated. His principles of personal discipline have guided me through […]
While, at first glance, there might not seem much commonality between the fleeting beauty of cherry blossoms and a bottle of meticulously handcrafted gin, Hendrick’s has taken it upon themselves to channel the airs of wabi sabi and bottle the beauty of the ephemeral in life with their smooth and […]
