Alison in Action

We all do our best to try and manage our work lives every day, but it’s a fast-paced, at times chaotic world out there, and we’re not always prepared for what it can throw at us. Getting the best out of each day can be nearly impossible if you’re not in the right frame of…

IT skills are among the most in-demand career assets. Yet many people still assume that quality training comes with a high price tag. In reality, the free online IT courses can help you build practical, job-ready skills without paying tuition fees. The challenge is knowing where to start. With so many platforms and course options…

We all dream of achieving financial freedom. This looks different to everyone. The common factor is that we all want to have the financial means to live the life we want. Financial freedom begins with knowledge and understanding how money works and how to make it work for you. This month’s Alison Publisher Spotlight is…

You knew when you graduated from nursing school that your educational journey wasn’t over. Continuing education is as critical for nurses as the original degree you received. Given the ever-changing landscape of the medical field, it’s vital that nurses constantly update their knowledge base. As a busy career nurse, you know that finding time to…

Maintaining your mental and physical health can feel like a full-time job. While we all know that a mindfulness retreat or a yoga programme would be of immeasurable benefit to our daily well-being, it’s just so hard to find the time and the energy needed to make these major changes. However, there are many small…

Light and time. Two elements that when put together in their raw state, make up photography.  We all know how to take a photo, but not many of us would call ourselves photographers. Photographs give us something to look back on. Photography is an art. The photographer is an artist who in one click can…

Ask anyone what the key to success is and chances are they’ll tell you that finding a mentor helped catapult their career from the little league to the big stage. The mentor-mentee relationship is regarded as critical for both parties. For the mentor, it’s an act of service and giving back to aspiring leaders. For…

Aiducation International is one of Alison’s partners in making our goal of free worldwide education a reality. Through their Global Young Leaders Alliance (GYLA), Aiducation are empowering people around the world through education and skills training. GYLA president, Boniface Mahulo, spoke to the Alison blog about his experiences both as the GYLA president and as…

There are certain skills that are necessary to succeed in particular sectors. Accountants need to be able to balance books, electricians need to be able to wire plugs, and salespeople need to be able to make a pitch.  But there are other skills that are required in all industries, regardless of your job, and your…

Are you a budding photographer at heart and want to take your first big step into the art? Before jumping into learning professional photography, it’s important to discover what type of photographer you are. By identifying your interests, you will focus on the particular type that you’d like to specialise. Here are the 5 fun types of photographers to…