"O nauurr" (Aussie, exaggerated but recognisable) "Bo-o-wo-a" (ok this one is definitely over the top British, lol) and finally the classic Texan accent: Accents in Practice Did you know that how someone sounds can influence how capable they’re perceived? It’s true! Research shows that this perception can happen independently of what they actually say. The Harvard Business Review summarises this in Research: How Speech Patterns Lead to Hiring Bias . It highlights how a

Hey there! Welcome to 2025! As we reflect on our goals and resolutions, I can’t help but think about what I’ve accomplished and where I might have missed the mark. A few months ago, I started this blog, feeling excited and ready to go with a polished design, lots of content ideas, and a positive mindset. But wow, I was wrong about having it all figured out!   I overlooked a few key things to achieve the quality I’m aiming for, which has led me to rethink this ongoing project.

Bridges is the breakout single by New Zealand duo Broods, released in 2013 and peaked at No. 8 on the Billboard Alternative Songs chart…...