The Infinite Ideas blog
We write on a variety of subjects and often post exclusive ideas by our bestselling authors. We publish a diverse list and our blog reflects this so if you don’t find a post that interests you today check back later in the week and you’ll probably find something that takes your fancy. Happy reading.
How twenty-first century technology can help you quit smoking for good
4 February 2014 by Infinite Ideas in Lifestyle
Last week the news broke that a fifth former Marlboro Man, Eric Lawson, has passed away due to smoking related causes (read about it here). It got us wondering how many people started 2014 resolving to fling the fags for good; and how many stuck to it. We all know people who are trying desperately …
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How to ditch the gimmicks and fast track to fitness
29 January 2014 by Admin in Lifestyle
Gone are the days when a run in the park involved nothing more than a solid pair of Reeboks, three Weetabix, a purple shell suit and optional slobbery dog. In 2014, your weekly jog can involve any number of fancy gadgets and gizmos designed to enhance the running experience and improve performance. Developers are using …
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Winter Olympics 2014 –
a view from the sofa
27 January 2014 by Rebecca in Lifestyle
Winter is here (if you’re in any doubt just ask most of the USA) and this year it brings the special excitement of a Winter Olympics. The 22nd Winter Olympic Games take place in the Russian city of Sochi, and from 6th February we can look forward to over two weeks worth of wintry thrills, …
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Google Glass, piracy and the digital world
24 January 2014 by Admin in Business and finance
2013 saw the addition of a new word to Urban Dictionary – Glasshole (s, n.): An obnoxious, disgustingly rich and/or famous wearer of last year’s controversial gadget-accessory Google Glass. Google Glass is a voice-activated set of not-so fetching eyewear – simply utter the words ‘OK, glass’ and enter a world of divine gadgetry. By incorporating …
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Why traditional arts and media businesses are missing a trick
22 January 2014 by Admin in Book publishing
We were interested to read this Bookseller article about a new prototype platform which aims to catapult the world of theatre into the digital age by providing an instantly accessible, portable and affordable way to experience play scripts. The platform Uneditions, developed by Leeds-based Unlimited Theatre, enables the creation and distribution of digital play scripts …
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How to understand and apply the world’s most powerful business tools
20 January 2014 by Infinite Ideas in 100+ Management Models, Business and finance
Fons Trompenaars and Piet Hein Coebergh explain the eight dominant management trends that form the basis for their analysis of 100+ Management Models.