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The Silent Crisis: Unethical Banking Practices, Debt Collection, and the Alarming Rise of Consumer Trauma and Suicide
David Hudson David Hudson

The Silent Crisis: Unethical Banking Practices, Debt Collection, and the Alarming Rise of Consumer Trauma and Suicide

In recent years, two distressing trends have converged, shedding light on the profound impact of banking practices on the mental health of consumers during times of financial hardship. We explore the devastating consequences of both aggressive debt collection tactics and unethical lending practices, revealing how these practices have become significant drivers of fatalities among vulnerable individuals. As we delve into this deeply troubling issue, it is essential to acknowledge the human toll exacted by the banking industry's pursuit of debt collection and the consequences of unethical lending.

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The Digital Revolution in Textbook Publishing and Vocational Qualifications: Charting the Course for the Future
David Hudson David Hudson

The Digital Revolution in Textbook Publishing and Vocational Qualifications: Charting the Course for the Future

In a move that echoes the seismic shifts of the digital age, textbook publishing is undergoing a profound transformation. The herald of this change, characterized by a "digital first" approach, is rewriting the playbook that has governed the industry for more than a century. The implications of this shift extend far beyond the realm of traditional publishing, with ripple effects felt in the domain of Vocational Qualifications and the broader landscape of education delivery and accreditation.

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Fall Seven Times, Stand Up Eight
David Hudson David Hudson

Fall Seven Times, Stand Up Eight

Have you ever wondered why some people never seem to achieve their goals, no matter how determined they are? It's a common struggle that many individuals face, and there are various reasons why success eludes them…

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The Unravelling Tapestry of OpenAI: Microsoft's Strategic Foray Amidst Turmoil and Transformation
David Hudson David Hudson

The Unravelling Tapestry of OpenAI: Microsoft's Strategic Foray Amidst Turmoil and Transformation

OpenAI, the trailblazing force in the AI landscape, has found itself at the epicentre of a seismic shift, thrust into disarray by the abrupt ousting and subsequent attempted reinstatement of its CEO, Sam Altman. This weekend saga has not only exposed internal power struggles but also illuminated the intricate balance between OpenAI's non-profit roots and its burgeoning for-profit ventures, sending shockwaves through the tech world.

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Navigating Recruitment Challenges in the Post-Pandemic Era: The Decline of the Digital Nomad
David Hudson David Hudson

Navigating Recruitment Challenges in the Post-Pandemic Era: The Decline of the Digital Nomad

In the wake of the pandemic, the recruitment landscape is undergoing a significant transformation, with companies grappling to navigate the new normal. One emerging trend that has gained momentum is the decline of the digital nomad. Once hailed as the epitome of work-life balance and flexibility, the digital nomad lifestyle is facing unprecedented challenges due to the recovery from the global health crisis.

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Are We Feeling Warm Yet?... Preventing Irreparable Damage to Society and the World
David Hudson David Hudson

Are We Feeling Warm Yet?... Preventing Irreparable Damage to Society and the World

At the midway point of the United Nations' Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) program, and the majority of the population and the planet on the cusp of experiencing record breaking temperatures in the 50s, with the Global Goals week fast approaching in September, it is imperative to recognize that these goals offer more than just opportunities for progress…

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There Is No Superman To Save The World, But We ALL Can!
David Hudson David Hudson

There Is No Superman To Save The World, But We ALL Can!

As the world reaches the halfway mark of the United Nations' Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) program, the urgency to accelerate progress and avoid the SDGs becoming a mere epitaph of missed opportunities looms large…

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An Ode to the Blue Tick Verification Populous
David Hudson David Hudson

An Ode to the Blue Tick Verification Populous

… You may think you are going to change the world,

But the reality is, only the stage has changed,

And here you all are like puppets entangled in strings,

Strings with a new name,

Only now your strings have become threads…

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… Get Shit Done and Take Prioritised Purposeful Action!
David Hudson David Hudson

… Get Shit Done and Take Prioritised Purposeful Action!

We’ve all been there, that impending action of pressing the snooze button, when we just need an extra five or ten minutes in bed, labouring on the potential procrastination of events, tasks, or actions that we know are just around the corner.

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Is Social Media In Decline, and Where Do Social Media Apps Go To Die?
David Hudson David Hudson

Is Social Media In Decline, and Where Do Social Media Apps Go To Die?

The 4th of October 2021 was a red letter date for many people worldwide, well ok nearly 3 billion users across continents found themselves in the worst possible predicament of social darkness, which for many felt like a lifetime, but in reality lasted 6 hours. For many of us, we were left in the precarious situation of a social media blackout, a paralysis of engagement, a permanent mute of our communication…

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Is It Time To Put Down The Smart Phone?
David Hudson David Hudson

Is It Time To Put Down The Smart Phone?

One day a person once asked me about people’s current obsession and dependency with their mobile phones and how I would define this technological generation. So, I simply asked them… ‘What is an alcoholic?’… They replied, stating it was a person who enjoyed or needed too much alcohol…

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New Year Resolutions
David Hudson David Hudson

New Year Resolutions

Resolutions... Recording the highs and lows of 2022. Key words: Opportunity and Sustainable or Sustainability.

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