unConferences have been breaking onto the business scene in Northern Ireland for a few years now, but came to my notice only in 2009.  (I’m having light palpitations after starting a sentence with a small letter, but all for the sake of informing the business public of Northern Ireland…) More »

I’ve been approached by a Northern Ireland church to give some advice on whether and how they should start using social media as part of their efforts to reach out to the local communities and update members and attendees on new online resources.  Following a little poking around, asking those already using Twitter, Facebook and the like for their advice, this is what I have concluded as a starting point for discussion. More »

Politicians are taking notice of the impact on depression in the workplace and society.  And for once, their thinking seems smart to me.  Which is?  To start to tackle mental health issues at school age so there is a better chance of preventing depression from striking in the first place.

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