Meet the new Baileys Almande Almondmilk Liqueur. This naturally light tasting spirit is a dairy-free, gluten-free and certified vegan liqueur that blends the luscious, nutty flavors of real almondmilk with delicious vanilla for an incredibly versatile treat. Last year Baileys hit issues with creating a certified vegan product when it was...
Chronic tiredness is a major issue in our modern world. Life is getting faster and faster and people seem to be getting increasingly exhausted. CEO and founder of the Huffington Post, Arianna Huffington, has experienced this first hand and after collapsing at her desk in 2007 due to sleep deprivation,...
It can be daunting and stressful when it comes to planning your future and fighting your way to the top. This is why Adecco’s CEO for One Month opportunity is so important and impressive. The world’s leading HR solutions provider are opening their doors both locally and globally to let someone...
The South Island of New Zealand although a lot less populated than the North is a hot-spot for tourists. And for good reason! With sprawling landscapes, snowy mountains, and crystal clear lakes there’s a lot to love. Queenstown is no exception to this and is the perfect spot for adrenaline...
Smartphones have been changing the way we live since the mid 2000’s; they help us remember important events and meetings, stay in contact with friends and family, edit photos, and even find dates. We can also use our phones to lead a healthier happier life. You just need the right...
We’re not all Ivanka Trump who has the backing of her ‘daddy’ to help her set up a business of her choosing, nor are we likely to be surrounded by the politics that she experienced in February this year when her father called out Nordstorm for their decision to no...
I’m not sure whether this year is going fast because I’m getting old or because I have my wedding coming up. Best not think about it. This fridays drinks (unless you’re going to do this on a Thursday night) main ingredient will be Fresh As freeze dried powders. This gives you a quick...
As women we are significantly more at risk than men of experiencing insomnia and sleep issues throughout our lives. Studies from the National Sleep Foundation show that women are not only more likely to suffer from insomnia but also more likely to experience daytime sleepiness AND find it harder to...
I’ve always been driven to succeed but when I discovered how to improve my health – life took off. Personally and financially. I fell into health by accident. A flatmate gave me his gym membership. So I gave it a go and felt great. I met my beautiful wife who was...
It’s no secret that mornings are hard work and it can be difficult to feel awake. From the initial feeling of dread as soon as your alarm goes off, to that awkward moment when you almost fall asleep on the train to work, to those zombie-like morning meetings, some mornings...
We know it can be tough to find the time for a full-blown skincare regime every morning; we love our beauty sleep too! That’s why we’ve put together this list for all our lazy gals out there that need some quick fix beauty hacks to keep you looking your best...
From marine biology to life insurance – say what? From highly paid corporate employee to start-up entrepreneur – why on earth? Why did I, a science and math’s enthusiast, go from studying marine biology at Auckland University to embarking on a life-long career in the life insurance industry? Simple really....
If you’re thinking that it feels right to take a leap into a new job in 2018, now’s the right time to invest in “you”. The reality is we invest time to help others in the workplace and that’s great, but we typically don’t do the same for ourselves. We’re...
After all these years in business I have learned so many things and I certainly hope to continue learning new things for the rest of my life. But since 31 December 2016, I have had to very quickly learn something else. I have had to learn how to be open...
If one of your New Year’s resolutions is to find a new job or make a career change, it’s likely that right about now you are going through the process of applying for jobs. Whether you consider yourself to be a seasoned job seeking and job interview expert, or perhaps the...
Running a half marathon is a common goal and one that requires what all good goals should; it’s specific, it’s measurable, it’s (hopefully) achievable and it’s time-bound. We get some expert tips for prepping for your half marathon – including the must-have shoe. Sweat beads are rolling down your cheeks...
Many people use the start of a New Year to set some healthy living goals, and businesses should be no different. The office is like a second home for many of us, as we spend eight hours or more each day there. It can be easy to fall off the...
The world of search is often thought of as being shrouded in mystery – and acronyms such as PPC, CPA, CTR. As well as strange-sounding software like Crazy Egg and Screaming Frog do little to dispel this notion. However, despite the jargon, a lot of what it takes to succeed...
Only the strongest in a species evolve and that’s because change is tough. To change means you have to be able to adapt to new conditions. Not everyone can do that. Familiarity is comforting – it’s safe. But if you want to grow – change is mandatory. You have to...
Getting into a role which includes running client meetings can be daunting at the beginning. Trust me, I know! Whether it’s your first ‘grown up’ job or you’ve just taken the plunge and had a career change, it’s not uncommon to feel like you’re a bit of a fraud at...
Since Pure SEO was started in 2009, we have grown at an astronomic rate; we have been listed by Deloitte in the 500 fastest growing tech companies in the Asia Pacific for the past 4 consecutive years. All that growth has meant that time management has become a crucial aspect...
The silly season has passed and a number of us are putting plans in place to work towards our New Year’s resolutions. With this in mind I thought I would bring the column topic back to the basic fundamentals of health and choose a subject that I feel is one...
To help you be the queen of platters, we have come up with some tips we found during our own platter research. What you will need. A cool, and totally Instagrammable, platter. You’ll find a wooden chopping board does the trick. A cheese knife. Small bowls for dips, hummus and olives...
I remember the point in life where I decided exactly what I wanted to do. When I set out to get my dream job. The fact that it was in a male-dominated industry didn’t even occur to me. I knew what I wanted to do and I wasn’t going to...
If you woke up this morning as a 40-something professional, chances are you are not really thinking about how relevant your skills will be in five or ten years’ time. However, by the time you reach your mid-50s, the labour market will be completely transformed and there will be an...
Summer is here and it’s time to grab a large bag of ice on the way home tonight and get into the latest craze to sweep the beverage world – frozen rosé cocktails aka frosé. Now dinner with @jessicafrej ?I made the pre-drinks Frosé, frozen rosè wine with strawberry syrup and...
It’s the wonder vitamin of the season, it’s super-important and many Kiwis do not have enough of it. Vitamin D ‘the sunshine vitamin’ is known as a fat-soluble vitamin, but it’s actually a hormone… and is most widely known for its role in helping to keep bones strong through its...
We created Partners Life to be acutely focused on leading for diversity – not because it is a new wave trend we want to ride – but because our customers in today’s world are incredibly diverse – and appealing to our customers is the golden rule for the success of...
One of the best things about being an entrepreneur is the learning from the amazing people I meet, many of whom are extremely open to sharing their personal experiences in a very candid manner. On a recent trip to London where I attended the Entrepreneurs Organisation (EO) London University I...
When it comes to working out how much life insurance you need it’s important to make sure you cover all your bases – not just the mortgage! You need to think about all the debt you have, how much your kids will need and most importantly – the income lost....
The sun is out, summer is on its way and the days are getting longer. As the weather heats up it’s inevitable that the gin and tonic will come out because seriously, what’s better than a G&T on a hot summer night? If you’re sick of your regular old G&T...
It’s no secret that there is an ever-increasing amount of amazing hotels out there. From five-star resorts, to city hotels with incredible rooftop pools, we all dream of one day being able to spend a few nights in an incredible hotel. A resort situated in Dubai’s iconic Burj Khalifa, the...
We spoke to Annabel Langbein to get a few platter tips and we’ve pulled together everything you need to throw the most talked-about dinner party. One of the easiest ways to entertain and at the same time make everyone feel relaxed and comfortable is to serve a big platter of...
If you buy a house or need a will, you go to a lawyer. If your car breaks down, you take it to a mechanic. If you’re not feeling well you may Google your symptoms but you’ll head to the doctor for a proper diagnosis. In these scenarios, the benefit...
I’m no stranger to being surrounded by a testosterone overload. And it can be great but it also comes with its challenges! Rest assured if you’re in a similar position you’re not alone, and there are little things you can do to survive. I’m in a unique position of not...
The development of new business products and services within the environment of an established organisation is tricky and in many situations, totally impossible. New innovations that embrace and incorporate new and emerging technologies require dedicated time, resource and the space to experiment, test, learn and apply. Start-ups and seasoned innovators...
The silly season is upon us. We are about to eat and drink more than any other time of the year. Here is some important information you need to know to protect your liver! The enzymes made by your liver to detoxify alcohol are only produced after exposure to alcohol....
Whether you’re lighting the business world on fire or building your own personal brand, it’s all about leading from the front. This could be tackling a new way of doing something, or being innovative – after all, you don’t have to actually be in a leadership role to lead from...
New Zealand health and life insurer Partners Life has been making headlines around the world as it welcomes a $200 million capital injection from America’s private equity firm giant, Blackstone. Closing this deal with one of the world’s largest asset managers will see Partners Life’s growth ambitions become a reality....
There is a reason women and men all over the world have grown to love actresses like Helen Mirren who have aged gracefully with more elegance and poise than ever. So whilst most of us don’t like the idea of aging, it could actually be an angle you can work…...
