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I beat my fundraising target for Wilmslow Youth in the 2024 Wilmslow 10K Race

Supporting young people in my community made every kilometre worth it!

I’ve just completed my first organised 10K run, and raised hundreds for the wonderful Wilmslow Youth charity in the process!

I’ve always wanted to take part in an event like this for a good cause. So when I saw a LinkedIn post from a charity just around the corner from me, asking for runners, I jumped at the chance.

Thankfully, they were glad to have me (they didn’t know how slow I am) and even gave me a fancy T-shirt to wear on the day.

With the support of family, friends, and some of my wonderful copywriting clients, I beat my fundraising target. Still, the run itself was more challenging than I expected…

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A week with Mobike smart bikes

I’m lucky enough to live 20 minutes’ walk from my office. Until very recently, it was the only regular exercise I got. It also saves me a lot of money on transport.

So, when I started noticing Mobikes lying around Salford Quays a few months ago, I ignored them.

— Just another over-engineered tech solution nobody needs!

— Probably a rip-off!

— One smart device too many!

I didn’t really say any of these, but they sum up how I felt about these so-called smart bikes.

Then, last Friday, I ended up trying — and liking — Mobike. Continue reading “A week with Mobike smart bikes”