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Having decided to move in to the world of contracting recently, I've been spending a bit more time working on [my LinkedIn profile](http://www.linkedin.com/in/bendechrau "Ben Dechrai's LinkedIn profil...

Value
The first guy - I don't know his name, arrived to pick up a 12 piece dinner set. He used to build his own motorbikes when he was younger, starting with a Harley, and remembers when the Japanese first ...
Earth Day

Cause for Celebration
Well today was not only the last day before the Easter break, but also a friend's last day at Sputnik. Most of the office was empty for lunch today as a large contingent went to a nearby pub. We all d...
Don't Wait
Monday mornings start with an all staff meeting followed by an inspiration session in the boardroom. But that's not important right now.
Chatting with Managers
Lunch
At some point after midday, I saw Marty get up. I asked him where he was going for lunch and that if it was a pub I'd like to come along.
Keeping Your Workers Busy
The best way to keep your KPIs high and your manager happy goes something like this...
Client: Me. Job Code: Administrative Time
In a strange twist, I'm finding Facebook, the devil incarnate, a useful tool in this. Some of the hobbies and activities I enjoy, such as playing pool, catching up in town for drinks with others in my...
All Change
Clarity
I was riding in on the train this morning. My mind was on a topic discussed at the weekend. I've been pondering on this for about 8 months now and I keep changing my mind. I kept getting confused betw...