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Web maintenance doesn’t sell

There is a common myth that, once built, a website should continue working without further investment. It’s an understandable belief, stemming from a reluctance on the part of web companies to market the fact that websites need ongoing development. It makes perfect sense:....

I was interviewing a candidate for a role at Helastel this week and as I heard her speak about her previous experiences as an employee, I began to realise the high value of flexibility in a workplace. I take it for granted the way our business functions around the individual lives of each of the team:....

Most of us began 2013 with a New Year’s Resolution: to get healthier, travel the world, or to be more financially aware. One of my resolutions was to have a detox month, however, the end of January is upon us, and my urge to raid the chocolate counter is becoming stronger. Studies have shown that nearly….

As the Olympics have come to an end, the buzz of success, accomplishment and dedication has never been higher in my mind. Many countries across the world came together to watch and celebrate sports men and women accomplish their dreams after years and years of hard work. It was this success that really….

I’m sure that many other software developers will agree with me when I say that financial reward is often only a secondary factor when it comes to seeking employment. Of course, getting paid what you’re worth (and being able to pay the bills!) is important, but for many, the chance to work on interesting,....

Thinking the worst when we find a glitch

I ride my bike everywhere, yet I know next to nothing about fixing it when something goes wrong or anything but the most basic maintenance. Unable to pinpoint the issue, I can think the worst or indeed ignore a problem and hope it will go away of its own accord…..