I recently commented on a YouTube reaction video, where an American was responding to a video that focused on ‘Britishisms That Confuse the Rest of the World’. Funnily enough, I discovered the use of euphemisms is confusing to some Americans, so was prompted to explain why we use them, and how their use became popular. … Continue reading
I was recently in discussion with a colleague about the quality of handover briefings I’ve experienced over the years. This was in response to an instance he was describing where an organisation had to recall someone who had recently retired, to help their former department regain its efficiency and performance, which had dwindled under the … Continue reading
Today – 4th May is my ‘Started Work Day’ anniversary. I always remember it, my first day at work in a proper full-time job. I arrived dressed in a 3-piece navy pinstriped Austin Reed suit, grey shirt and red tie (no photo – see below). All set to work in an insurance office in the … Continue reading
“Now then, men’s fashion is a growing industry with menswear sales growing globally by 9% over the past year. Now not a lot of people know that!” as a Michael Caine impressionist might say. So does this ‘blow the doors off?’ And does it mean men around the world are becoming more stylish, are embracing distinctive designs, … Continue reading
At last! Yes, I know I should have sorted this out a long time ago, but now I have a blog! So, welcome to my Blog! So Why The Blog? It’s at times like this when I pause to consider not only what the purpose of this blog should be, but how it fits with all my other … Continue reading
Mark Batchelor 