Mindblown: a blog about philosophy.
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How to Network Like a Pro
There are many reasons people attend networking events or attempt to network in general. Some of the main objectives include exposure, connections, growth and job leads. The most important thing to remember is that you have just as much to bring to the table as others. People often mistakenly try to suck so much out…
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Instagram becoming like Facebook
Your Instagram feed might soon look a lot like your Facebook one. In an Instagram blog post this morning, they announced that to improve your experience, they hope to change the feed by showing the moments they believe you will care about the most. Currently, Instagram posts are in reverse-chronological order but similarly to Facebook this…
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A Tailored Suit Can Make All The Difference
Suits, do they really matter? Won’t what I bring to the table trump what I am wearing? The way you present yourself has an effect on the way people perceive you and these perceptions can lead to alternate outcomes. You can shift these outcomes by dressing your best and a tailored suit ensures that you…
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Abandoned Macca’s Ship to get a $4.5 Million Makeover
A floating McDonald’s restaurant known as McBarge that was abandoned in Canada is finally getting a well overdue makeover. The ship was originally built in 1986 costing about $12 million. It was purposely constructed for the World Fair Expo in Vancouver but in 1991 was towed from False Creek to Burrard Inlet where it was…
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Telstra pulls out of Philippines joint venture
Telstra have announced that although they had major plans with beer and food giant, San Miguel to build a new mobile network in the Philippines, this will no longer go ahead. Negotiations began August last year, where Telstra planned to take on local telcos by investing billions of dollars into the venture. Telstra chief executive,…
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Facebook v. Snapchat
Ever since Snapchat became one of the big players in the social media world, Facebook has done it’s best to stay ahead of their highly successful competitor. Mark Zuckerberg actually really wanted to buy Snapchat (for $1 billion) but being turned down meant they would need to do whatever it takes to compete. Facebook recently…
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The Renewed Pacific Fair: Shopping Redesigned
Queensland’s Pacific fair is undergoing a $670 million renewal, which aims to be completed in mid-2016. When this shopping centre is complete it aims to be the best Australia has to offer and a world class shopping experience. The centre will come slightly short of Melbourne’s Chadstone in size but offer a selection of specialty…
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Planet Friendly Hospitality the Next Big Thing?
Now that the research is in on the most planet-friendly way to eat, some forward thinking businesses are taking this research and reimagining their business in a more planet-friendly way. In Sydney alone we are seeing multiple businesses take the plunge to planet-friendly dining choices. The game changer was Gigi’s Pizzeria, based in Newtown this…
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Googles New Android System
Google is showcasing its new android operating system two months ahead of schedule to boost its reachability to more devices. It will initially only work on a select set of phones and tablets before expanding its reach. The software now referred to as Android N offers a split screen interface capability much like the one…
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What are Telcos doing to keep you in your contract for longer?
They call you up and offer you a brand new phone for just $99 so how could you say no? It’s a sneaky trap that just about everyone falls for. Optus is now joining the Telstra ‘way’ by locking in new contracts before the last ones are even finished. Now people on a 24-month plan…
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