7. Knowing what jobs were out there & what language/ skills are used is the single most useful information I've found for building a career/job decisions, and sector knowledge. It's why I am on job mailing list notifications all the time; even when I'm not looking for work

If you need some #NewYearResolutions inspiration or some general entertainment well worth scrolling through some of these tweets.

Are you already struggling with #NewYearsResolutions? Me too This article gives an excellent explanation as to why- the belief we can change (#growthmindset) is pivotal to success. It uses physio therapy as an example but applies to everything. nutritiousmovement.com/hidden-doubts/

I'm delivering a session for AUANorthWalesNorthWest on change and coaching for the #highereducation crowd. Useful for work and useful if your #newyearsresolution progress is less than ideal. Be prepared for elephant gifs

Just got my first Blue Monday press release. Blue Monday is pseudo scientific baloney - originally by a travel firm to sell. This year of all years, we should not be marketing based on people's mental health concerns. Pls share if u want firms to #StopBlueMondayAdvertising

Your annual reminder that #BlueMonday is a concept created by a holiday company as a PR stunt to drive up bookings. Don't let a holiday company tell you how to feel.

I often use the marshmallow test to explain conflict between different parts of your brain - creating tension between temptation & willpower. However, context is everything! This article describes trust in the systems/environment; & the inherent impact that has. Bitches Get Riches

Just to add these roles would be work from home for the short/medium term, (and likely to be partially WFH longterm) so may be of interest to people not based in the Manchester area. The advert includes an email address if you have queries.

Job opportunity at The University of Manchester great for change professional that's good with data/ and finance minded jobs.manchester.ac.uk/displayjob.asp… Benefits Analyst Closing date (DD/MM/YYYY): 16/04/2021 Salary: £ 32,816- £ 40,322 per annum

More project manager job opportunities at The University of Manchester . Please note this might be suitable for people outside the area: "Blended working arrangements may be considered."jobs.manchester.ac.uk/displayjob.asp…

theguardian.com/commentisfree/… If anyone has seen my talk on elephants and change, it loosely references the metaphor here. Not sure I'm fully convinced but its a fun read

Business Change Manager roles being recruited for The University of Manchester. This is the same brilliant team & same sort of role as mine, so may appeal to #change & #highered . 1 Year FT £41,526 - £51,034 jobs.manchester.ac.uk/displayjob.asp… Lean in Higher Education Global AUANorthWalesNorthWest

Business Change Manager Closing date (DD/MM/YYYY): 02/08/2021 Salary: £41,526 to £51,034 per annum, depending on relevant experience Full time: 1 year jobs.manchester.ac.uk/displayjob.asp…

Senior Business Change Manager Closing date (DD/MM/YYYY): 03/08/2021 Salary: £52,559 to £62,727 per annum (according to relevant experience) 01 September for 12 months jobs.manchester.ac.uk/displayjob.asp…

Might be of interest to various networks, please pass onto anyone looking Lean in Higher Education Global; AUANorthWalesNorthWest AUA UoM CMC Partnership Global Change Agent Network

Please consider applying and/or passing onto other people looking.