Jonathan Watson is one of Scotland’s best known faces, appearing in much loved TV programmes like Naked Video, City Lights and, of course, Only An Excuse?. He also appears alongside Brian Cox in the critically acclaimed TV adaptation of the hugely popular Bob Servant books, which will be returning to our screens for a second […]
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“He who can does; he who cannot, teaches”. These words from George Bernard Shaw’s play Man and Superman are sometimes used to try to diminish the importance and abilities of teachers. However, standing against these words is the considerable authority of Aristotle. The great thinker once said that, “teaching is the highest form of understanding”.
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For hundreds of years, Scotland has been known for the ability to produce talented and internationally renowned engineers. Thankfully, it’s also a sector in which we continue to enjoy great success and opportunities today. If you already have a few engineering jobs under your belt, or are on the verge of completing your training or degree,
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There are a number of factors that feed into overall job satisfaction. Are you being paid enough? Is the work/life balance right for you? Is it convenient to commute to your work? All of these are important but it’s fair to say that turning up to work knowing that you’re going to spend the day
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Team efforts can prove to be a far more fun and rewarding experience in so many areas and charity fundraising is no exception! Most of us want to do our bit to help but sometimes it can feel daunting to take on the responsibility ourselves. That’s why it can be a great idea to get
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Forth One’s Grant Stott has been a familiar voice to radio listeners across the Lothians and Fife for the past quarter of a century. We hope we haven’t just made him feel old! As well as the radio industry, he’s also been employed in a number of other roles across the wider media. As our
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Dragons’ Den returned to our screens on Sunday on BBC2, though a familiar Scottish voice was missing: Clydebank’s own Duncan Bannatyne has decided not to return for the latest series. But even with one of the fierier Dragons gone, facing the potential investors this series is still going to be a daunting prospect for the
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We’ve mentioned before on the blog that people can take some unusual paths in their working career and that’s certainly the case with our latest interviewee. Alan Anderson is a comedian, event organiser and sporting commentator. Despite this hectic schedule, we were able to catch up with him to ask a few questions about having
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Marvel Comics’ decision to change the gender of their Norse god hero Thor from male to female has certainly provoked a large amount of column inches. Not least from those pondering the potential impact on Chris Hemsworth’s role in the character’s next big-screen outing! Joking aside however, Marvel have said that it’s a move designed
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When we think about finding a new job, the salary on offer is often the biggest consideration. This is completely understandable, however, you should also consider other factors, such as travel and hours, which may be affected by your change of job. After all, these costs will go towards deciding your bottom line at the end
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