Do you know why someone ends up homeless? Neither do I. But perhaps you would be surprised if I told you I have three good friends who are fairly well educated, including one professional; they are all intelligent, drug free and sane and yet each one of them had a period of time when
Following yet another rant about swearing on social media, I am reminded of a blog I wrote a little while ago. Here it is, because I haven’t changed my mind… Reading a delightful vintage book on Etiquette the other day reminded me of how the English language is constantly changing and developing. The book is written in
“This is a story about four people named Everybody, Somebody, Anybody and Nobody. There was an important job to be done and Everybody was sure that Somebody would do it. Anybody could have done it, but Nobody did it. Somebody got angry about that, because it was Everybody’s job. Everybody thought that Anybody could do
Mr Networker, Andy Lopota shares his experience of meeting Camila Batmanghelidjh at the Black Pearl Club. “Christmas is coming and for most of us it means time spent with the family, exchanging presents and relaxing in a warm and friendly environment. Not everyone is so lucky though and it is important to remember those who don’t
The Black Pearl Dinner with Jonathan Aitken The next Seed Pearl Breakfast is on Wednesday 12th February The next All The Pearls Lunch is on Tuesday 25th March Come to the Oyster Club on Friday 28th February! Like my writing? Then sign up for Pearls of Wisdom !
Karen Haller is serious about the psychology of colour. I believe it certainly has a profound effect on our moods. I really enjoy Karen’s posts and her fascinating insights to this most interesting subject. Continue reading Karen’s Blog The next Seed Pearl Breakfast is on Wednesday 12th February The next All The Pearls Lunch is
As the Oyster Club advocates, it is absolutely essential to mix business with pleasure. When you are an international jet setter, it is important to know you will be able to find a home-from-home cocktail haunt in a new town. Here are a few of my favourite locations. Be sure to look them up when
The Oyster Club is now the fastest growing business and social network in central London. I would very much like to share with you how it all began. In December 2009, I organised a get together for a few of my networking buddies. I think I may have asked a dozen or so people. We
