This article is part of our series exploring key lessons from influential books – works that offer valuable insights into personal growth, productivity, and professional development. Whether you’re revisiting a familiar favourite or discovering these ideas for the first time, we’ll uncover practical wisdom that remains relevant today. Who Moved My Cheese? by Dr Spencer [Read more…]
That mix of excitement and nerves when starting a new job is something most of us know well. While one in three UK employees leave within their first 90 days, those who stay and thrive often follow a simple plan. In this post, we have given a breakdown of what to focus on each week [Read more…]
Lincoln Alumni Stories: Georgina Thompson Georgina Thompson studied A-Levels in Philosophy and Law at the College. At the time of writing, she is a Business Development Executive at The Day, a company that provides educational news resources to schools. Her time at Lincoln College ignited her passion for ethics and justice, shaping her academic and [Read more…]
This article is part of an Alumni series exploring key lessons from classic books—timeless works that continue to offer valuable insights. Whether you’re revisiting a familiar favourite or discovering these ideas for the first time, we’ll uncover practical wisdom that remains relevant today. The Power of Habit by Charles Duhigg was published in 2012 and [Read more…]
Lincoln Alumni Stories: Adam Reed Adam Reed studied Level 1 and Level 2 Diplomas in Computing and IT at the College and works as both a radio presenter at Siren Radio and a full-time YouTuber at the time of writing. His journey into broadcasting began with a passion for content creation, and his college experience [Read more…]
Summer can be a challenging time to stay motivated, whether you’re advancing in your career or continuing your studies. The warm weather, longer days, and the lure of holidays can make it difficult to maintain focus. When you have goals to achieve, exams to pass or career milestones to jump over, staying motivated during the [Read more…]
In the ever-evolving digital landscape, podcasting has emerged as a powerful tool for professionals and businesses alike. Whether you’re looking to enhance your career prospects, boost your profile or grow your business, podcasting offers a unique platform to connect, influence, and establish your expertise. Here’s why 2024 might be the perfect time to dive into [Read more…]
One unfortunate fact of life is that the more you succeed in your career, the more likely you are to bring your work home – and all the stresses that come with it. A University of Toronto study (download the PDF here) found that professionals “with more authority, decision-making latitude, pressure, and longer hours” were [Read more…]
Martyn Brown is an Artwork Designer for Specsavers. After starting out doing his Art Foundation course at Lincoln College, Martyn agreed to talk to our Alumni team about his fascinating career. Martyn didn’t always know what he wanted to do for a career. “I enjoyed art and creative hobbies outside of school but [Read more…]
When the Alumni team asked Jo Kirk what her career highlight was, she said: “There are too many to mention. Everyday I witness miracles! Who else can say that?” Jo studied Access to Healthcare Practitioners at Lincoln College as a mature student and today, she works as a Nurse Practitioner. Here’s what she had to [Read more…]