WAYS TO KEEP YOUR KITCHEN UNDER CONTROL THIS CHRISTMAS

From preparing elaborate meals to baking festive treats, keeping your kitchen under control during Christmas can be a challenge. Here are some practical tips and strategies to keep things less stressful for everyone.

CHRISTMAS GIFT IDEAS FOR KIDS

I don’t know about you, but I am in full swing when it comes to the kids and getting their Christmas gifts sorted. We finally have lists, along with plenty of subtle hinting from all three of them, so the end is very much in sight! Every year, I put together a few Christmas gift ideas for kids, and this year’s round-up is full of fun, festive and affordable bits that I think will cover most little ones.

WORKING FROM HOME? FOCUS-BOOST YOUR OFFICE SPACE READY FOR 2026

 As the evenings draw in and our pre-Christmas to-do lists grow longer, many of us are spending more time inside - working, studying, unwinding - and trying to keep our heads above the end-of-year rush. In terms of handling both the positive and negative mental gymnastics that come with the “hibernation” period of the winter months, the “vibes” of the spaces we live in become increasingly more responsible for shaping how we feel.

TOP 5 GROWTH STRATEGIES EVERY SMALL BUSINESS OWNER SHOULD KNOW

 The experience of managing a small business is, by and large, a journey of discovery — full of learning, experimentation, and perseverance. Growth takes time, and sustaining it requires the right tools, a clear mindset, and a willingness to adapt.

WHAT I'M READING | THE INTRUDER | FREIDA MCFADDEN

 Counting down the weeks until this book was released, the intruder was at the top of my TBR this winter. If you have followed me for a while, you will know I am such a hardcore Freida fan, and I have read every single one of her books now.

THE ULTIMATE GUIDE TO BUILDING A SECURE AND DIVERSIFIED INVESTMENT PORTFOLIO

Creating a solid investment plan is one of the most important steps toward building long-term financial security. True success isn’t just about chasing quick wins that promise fast growth. It’s about finding balance — diversifying your assets, protecting what you’ve earned, and preparing for both the opportunities and challenges ahead.

PLANNING AHEAD FOR FAMILY AND FUTURE | TIPS FOR CONFIDENCE AND CARE

 Life flows past faster than we often realise. For those balancing work, family, and other responsibilities, it can feel impossible to pause and think about what comes next. Yet taking the time to plan can make stepping into uncertainty far less daunting. Planning isn’t just about calendars and to-do lists—it’s about envisioning the life you want and building small, deliberate steps toward it. With a sense of direction, even obstacles become easier to navigate.