Reflecting on The Apprentice Series 18: A Blend of Business Drama and Entrepreneurial Insights

As Series 18 of The Apprentice graced our screens, viewers were once again drawn into the high-stakes world of business acumen, ruthless decision-making, and unyielding ambition. I have often written a few words for previous series and so made the effort to do the same for this Series. With its familiar blend of drama, challenges, …

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University Friends

Entering the workforce after University marks a significant transition in life. Suddenly, the carefree days of campus life are replaced by the responsibilities and challenges of adulting. Amidst the hustle and bustle of professional or post University life, it's easy to lose touch with friends from University. However, there's something truly special about reuniting with …

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My Career is: Importing & Exporting Fear

Note: This post is Satire (or maybe not). Simren and I receive numerous invitations to various gatherings, including work-related functions, events with friends, and family occasions from both sides. Some of these gatherings are enjoyable, such as those related to her work and with mutual friends. However, I tend to try and find reasons to avoid …

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Mr Bates vs The Post Office: The Post Office Scandal

While Simren* was advancing in her career as a Commercial Barrister, having secured a position in highly reputable chambers specializing in commercial law a few years ago, one of the notable case studies she delved into was the 'Post Office Scandal.' Simren, now an established Commercial Barrister, frequently engaged in discussions with me about her …

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2024

Boy oh boy has 2023 flown by or what! It seems to me, that it was only yesterday, I was an active blogger. Something I enjoyed doing. I do still enjoy blogging but, as you can tell from my last few blog posts, they have been few and far between - yet despite making a commitment to …

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Man Up – Return to being Gentlemen

What the fuck is wrong with Men nowadays? Why can't Men handle some pain in their lives, without, weeping themselves to sleep? There was a time where Men would go out of the house, fully prepared, knowing the day is going to be tough. With a stiff upper lip, they'd finish the day finishing tasks …

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Christmas Day And The Crew

As is tradition, on Christmas day, the crew meet as the evenings starts fora long dinner going into early hours of the morning. The morning would usuallybe spent with family. Except on this occasion, the crew didn't meet nor wasthere a long dinner flowing to early morning. As far back as I can remember, at …

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HS2: and the North can FUCK OFF!

Boris Johnson and the entire Conservative cabinet (and MP's) are dishonest, compulsive, and habitual liars as well as total and utter sleaze. They are corrupt to the core, so much so, it is frankly unbelievable that they have gotten away with it so far. The latest 'Fuck Off' to the North came when rumors this …

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Azeem Rafiq: On Racism & Islamophobia

Azeem Rafiq As a resident of Yorkshire, as an individual who plays Cricket actively for both a reputable Cricket club and league, as a British Asian and from an ethnic minority, and as an active member of ECB I am not surprised nor shocked nor thunderstruck from watching live the testimony of Azeem Rafiq. Available …

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