Sam Wise
By day (at least for 4 days of the week), I am an organisational development consultant. I work with businesses in the public and private sector, helping them to identify what they want to achieve, and what needs to be different about their business, particularly in the area of the skills, behaviours and attitudes of their people, in order to achieve it. I then work with them through workshops, coaching, 360 feedback, project groups and other means to achieve the changes in attitude and behaviour that are needed.
By night, early morning, weekends and all manner of other times of day, I'm a freelance writer. I've been a musician all my life, and am fortunate enough to contribute regularly to guitar magazines Acoustic and Guitar Buyer. I also write business blogs and white papers for companies in many sectors, and have ghost written a business book for an online entrepreneur.
Whilst I'm very busy as a rule, I also have a wide range of interests, and I'm always interested in challenging new writing assignments.
Latest Articles
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The Effect of Woods on Ukulele Tone
Ukuleles are available in a bewildering array of woods, and these have a profound effect on tone. Find out which woods are associated with sounds.
Mar 11, 2011
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The Change Equation – What Persuades People to Change?
Change is a daily reality for most businesses. Learn about what governs people's willingness to change to meet business needs.
Mar 11, 2011
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The Role of a Manager - What It Is and What It Isn't
Managers are often seen as extraneous, adding little value to the teams they manage. Learn some of the ways in which a manager can contribute positively.
Mar 9, 2011
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Buying a Ukulele
The burgeoning popularity of the uke means a bewildering array are available. Learn how to find the right instrument for your money.
Mar 8, 2011
- Sam Wise
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Buying An Acoustic Guitar
Choosing an acoustic guitar from the hundreds, the shop can be daunting . Learn what to look for, and have a simple checklist for making the right decision.
Mar 8, 2011
- Sam Wise
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Effective Delegation, What to Pass On, and How
To be really effective, managers need to focus on the right parts of their team's task, and delegate the rest. Find out how to do it and make it work.
Mar 7, 2011
- Sam Wise
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Buying Your First Electric Guitar
Buying your first guitar can be a daunting task; learn what to look out for, and how to make a good choice.
Mar 7, 2011
- Sam Wise
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Why Won't my Guitar Play in Tune? Factors Affecting Intonation
Guitarists often suffer from tuning difficulties. Learn about the factors which can affect this, and what you can do about it.
Mar 7, 2011
- Sam Wise
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Coaching For Performance
Coaching is one of the most sustainable ways to build the performance of a team. Find out how it works, and the results you can expect.
Mar 2, 2011
- Sam Wise
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Pickups and Guitar Tone - How One Shapes the Other
The positioning of pickups, and the types of pickup used, affect the tone of an electric guitar. Learn about the effect of different types and positions.
Feb 21, 2011
- Sam Wise
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