Quotes On Leadership
‘People and practices come and go, but principles of effective leadership will always remain the same – everywhere.’ Stephen R. Covey
About The Cheetah: Maestro Of The Chase
Galloping seemingly in slow motion, the embodiment of grace and elegance one animal inspires more dreams than any other. The Cheetah. Reaching speeds in excess of 120 kilometres an hour (75 MPH), the cheetah is well-known for being the fastest recorded land animal in the world. Speed alone is a reason why people are attracted [...]
Quotes On Work
‘Besides the noble art of getting things done, there is the noble art of leavings things undone. The wisdom of life consists in the elimination of non-essentials.’ Lin Yutang
About The Cave Of Altamira: Modern Art Happened 18,000 Years Ago
The Altamira Cave, is located near Santillana del Mar, Santander, Spain. The cave is famous for its paleolithic cave paintings of wild animals in red, charcoal and ochre and is frequently described as the Sistine Chapel of Palaeolithic Art. What is astonishing about the paintings is that they look like modern art yet they are [...]
About The Butterfly: Beloved Cousin Of The Hated Moth
Butterflies and moths are a hugely diverse insect family. It is estimated that there are over 200,000 known species. However, moths are much more numerous than their more illustrious counterpart. Given just how close their appearances are, it is astonishing that one is likely to be admired while the other is likely to be seen [...]
About Nuclear Fusion: The Next Economics And Mining The Moon
Nuclear Fusion is heralded as the solution to our energy crisis. It is what powers stars and it is what powers our own star, the Sun. Nuclear Fusion may lead to the Moon being mined for a very valuable resource. A substance so rare on Earth that it makes the cost of purchasing gold and [...]
Alfonso Ribeiro: ‘Carlton Banks’ The All Dancing, All Singing Child Prodigy
Alfonso Ribeiro, best known for playing Carlton Banks in ‘The Fresh Prince of Bel-Air’, was hailed as a child prodigy. Before Ribeiro even reached teenage years, he had starred in a Broadway musical,PBS television specials, and was even cast in a successful television series.
Quotes On Belief
‘Believe those who are seeking the truth; doubt those who find it.’ Andre Gide
Stress Relief: The Good, The Bad And The Very Ugly
It is important to nip stress in the bud or you could do something that you will instantly regret. If you don’t find an outlet for stress and frustration you could very easily find your health being compromised. Stress levels are an important factor in minimising health concerns such as heart attacks.
About The Cane Toad: Man’s Gamble At Controlling Nature
Sometimes people take risks in order to solve a particular problem. We make calculated decisions that may have bad consequences for us on a regular basis. However, hindsight is an overrated commodity. In retrospect is it very easy to say ‘that was a disastrous idea’. Sometimes things just don’t work out the way we planned [...]
Quotes On Facing Your Fear
‘I long to accomplish a great and noble tasks, but it is my chief duty to accomplish humble tasks as though they were great and noble. The world is moved along, not only by the mighty shoves of its heroes, but also by the aggregate of the tiny pushes of each honest worker.’ Helen Keller
About The Capercaillie: Aggression And Surprising Vocals
Strange sounds echo and reverberate throughout the woodlands. Drops of water can be heard permeating from the trees but strangely it has been dry for several weeks. People can be heard coughing and suffering from a cold, yet they cannot be seen. One could be forgiven for thinking they are going mad. Welcome to the [...]
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