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ON SAYING GOOD MORNING

The Philosopher-in-Residence Blog Series from Make Me A Plan's Principal Planner, Anna Pascoe

24.09.2026.

Away on business recently, this Philosopher-in-Residence was full of the joys of autumn, walking up to catch the train into central from a London suburb. As you may be familiar, sometimes the vibe is to keep your head down and stay in your own lane in the vicinity of the...

PLANNING FOR 2027 - MANAGERS, BUDGETS AND LOOKING BEYOND THE SPREADSHEET

The Working Well Series, from Make Me A Plan Productivity Expert, Pen Le Kelly

16.09.2026.

It might feel like there’s plenty of time before 2027 arrives, but for managers, now is a good time to start thinking about what the new year could bring. Budget planning isn’t just about deciding how much money your team can spend. It’s about...

DISCIPLINE

The Being Yourself Series, from Make Me A Plan's Performance Planner, Gemma Mullinger

14.09.2026.

One of my favourite quotes is ‘how you do one thing is how you do everything’ – the idea that the way you show up in your relationships is also the way you act when it comes to work, wealth, self-development, health, fitness and fun. A feeling which has...

ON LOBBYING

The Philosopher-in-Residence Blog Series from Make Me A Plan's Principal Planner, Anna Pascoe

10.09.2026.

Do you ever wish things could be different but feel impotent as to how to make a change? This fortnight, this Philosopher-in-Residence is here with her top five tips on how to imagine your impact, and see it make a difference: Dare to dream. Don’t be...

AI: WHEN EVERY POSTER STARTS LOOKING THE SAME

The Working Well Series, from Make Me A Plan Productivity Expert, Pen Le Kelly

02.09.2026.

Ok, Fans of Plans, this has become a bit of a soap box moment for me and my buddies working in communication. So please bear with and let me have a little moment... AI has become a fantastic tool for businesses. From drafting copy and generating ideas to creating...

WHAT BRINGS YOU JOY?

The Being Yourself Series, from Make Me A Plan's Performance Planner, Gemma Mullinger

31.08.2026.

I have a challenge for you. To notice the things that bring you joy. Not the things you think should bring you joy, or the things that other people are joyful about, but the things that actually light you up, ignite that spark within you, put a smile on your face and make...

ON BANKING HOLIDAYS

The Philosopher-in-Residence Blog Series from Make Me A Plan's Principal Planner, Anna Pascoe

27.08.2026.

If you’re a follower of all things Plankind reading this from the UK, you’ll know that a glorious Bank Holiday awaits this coming Monday. Said event got this Philosopher-in-Residence thinking: do we bank enough holiday time for ourselves to keep our collective...

SUPPORTING PARENTS THROUGH BIG MILESTONES THIS AUTUMN

The Working Well Series, from Make Me A Plan Productivity Expert, Pen Le Kelly

19.08.2026.

For many families, autumn brings more than a change in the weather. It's also a season of major milestones, whether it's waving a child off for their very first day at school or helping them pack up for university. These exciting moments can also bring a mixture of...

BENEATH THE ICEBERG – SUCCESS BEFORE IT BECOMES VISIBLE

The Being Yourself Series, from Make Me A Plan's Performance Planner, Gemma Mullinger

17.08.2026.

“It takes ten years to become an overnight success” Habits, backing yourself, asking for help and support. Early mornings, late nights. Focus. Keeping going, when it’s hard, when it feels hopeless, when it feels like it’s never going to work. Real...

ON MIDSUMMER

The Philosopher-in-Residence Blog Series from Make Me A Plan's Principal Planner, Anna Pascoe

13.08.2026.

Most of us have heard of Shakespeare’s Midsummer Night’s Dream, even if we haven’t actually read it. This week, this got this Philosopher-in-Residence thinking about what are we dreaming about, this midsummer? Perhaps you’re feeling a bit maudlin...