Entries by Ann Hawkins

How do you rate your thinking skills?

Is thinking a uniquely human skill? Work Smart Not Hard Tip No. 42 in a series written for Indie Cambs We’re entering an interesting time. With the help of  AI anyone can create almost anything in seconds with barely a thought, so it’s going to take the thinkers, the people who know how to think, […]

No-effort creativity

If you create when under the influence of a muse does that mean the work requires less effort? Aeolian harp at South Carolina, by Prof Henry Gurr The recent post in this series about how some people struggle to call themselves creative while others are very happy to say they are artists sparked a few interesting […]

Practice defensive pessimism

Do you convince yourself you’ll lose or convince yourself you’ll win? Work Smart Not Hard Tip No. 41 in a series written for Indie Cambs If you know me, you’ll now that I’m a bit of a tennis fan. The gladiatorial aspect of the sport is fascinating.  It truly is a game where no-one can […]

Everyone is a creator

How many times do you hear people say “But I’m not creative”? I’m one of those annoying people who is quite good at a lot of things – drawing, painting, music, cooking, sewing, gardening – but not very good at any of them. This is probably because I never felt interested enough to practice. I’m […]

Holiday rules for small businesses

What’s the first rule of going on holiday for an independent business owner? Work Smart Not Hard Tip No. 40 in a series written for Indie Cambs Do you feel you have to deserve a holiday in order to enjoy it? Can you enjoy it guilt free? Do you switch off completely or check in […]