Author: Oli Lynch

Want to pick up a fighting skill? Always wanted to be a martial arts master, but not got the time to spend in a monastery punching a log with your sensei? No fair enough. Luckily you can learn martial arts with just a few hours work each week. We’ve been looking at which is the easiest martial art to learn – although easy is a relative term here. Yes, some martial arts are easier to pick up than others. But ultimately the “easiest” martial art to learn will depend on you, your level of fitness, your hunger for success and…

Planning a romantic meal also means planning the drinks. And when it comes to a romantic Valentine’s day dinner, you’ll also need to think about setting the tone with some romantic cocktails. There are lots of great Valentine’s day cocktails that you could conjure up, from the simple or classic cocktail, to truly dazzling creations. By nature many of these cocktails for Valentine’s day are pretty sweet, so if you’re not after that kind of style check out our manly cocktails or our selection of whisky based cocktail ideas.. But if you’re looking for a fun drink to set the…

Making friends and influencing people, sure thing. Being a confident and outgoing guy is a proper man skill and one that every guy should master. BUT… There is a fine line between being a cool and confident guy and a total bellend. So yeah, don’t be the guy that everyone hates at the party, in the office or just in life in general. So, what are the traits of THAT guy? These are the stereotypical male profiles (which hopefully you don’t fit) that define the dickhead guy. 1. The boaster Ohhh so you make $100k a month? Your car cost…

If you spend any time on Linkedin, it’s a matter of time before you run into Justin Welsh. He is, quite simply, everywhere on Linkedin and to an extent on Twitter. Justin Welsh has become probably the biggest influencer on Linkedin, with each of his posts attracting thousands of likes and hundreds of comments. And of course he is also selling his own course about how to become more like Justin Welsh: The Linkedin Operating System. But what exactly is the Justin Welsh Linkedin OS? And is it worth investing in if you’re serious about Linkedin? Well, we’ve made the…

Generating B2B leads on LinkedIn is powerful way to grow your business, and increasingly business owners and freelancers are waking up to the possibilities. But managing your Linkedin presence and profile can be challenging task. With over 675 million users and a focus on professional networking, LinkedIn is a valuable platform for businesses looking to connect with potential clients and partners. The good news is that there are lots of great ways to win B2B leads on LinkedIn – and yes, you don’t need to pay. These are all free lead generation methods you can use on Linkedin for your…

So you’ve got the muscle, you’ve got the drive. It’s time to step up to the next level. Yes, how can you become a fitness influencer? The world of influencer marketing is both fun and accessible, thanks to platforms like Instagram and TikTok. And there are plenty of people looking for fitness inspiration. We’ve taken a look at the steps it takes to go from fitness fanatic to fitness influencer. Developing Your Personal Brand and Niche In order to become a successful fitness influencer, you’ll need to develop your personal brand and niche. To start, you’ll need to identify your…

You may have noticed that everyone is talking about a new AI tool called Chat GPT. Some people are thrilled and sharing a ton of tips to use Chat GPT, others are complaining that it’s a flash in the pan or that it’s lowering the standards of online content. Wherever you stand on the subject of using Chat GPT, there is no question that it is an incredibly useful and very clever tool. But what can you use Chat GPT for? Well… I did a few things to answer this question for you. So what did I find out? Before…

Got $500 spare and wondering how to level up your life? Maybe you’re wondering how to turn your passions and skills into a successful business? Luckily it’s possible to start a business with huge potential with just a few hundred dollars! There is plenty of room for creativity in the field of entrepreneurship, especially when it comes to finding ways around established ideas and long-held assumptions. So let your creativity and determination guide you, and get ready to turn your dreams into reality with these 12 inspiring business ideas that can be started with $500 or less. Before you set…

If you’re using Linkedin to build your network, you might have heard that one of the best ways to intro is to use a custom message in your connection request. But not all connection requests are the same. So how can you add a personalised connection note on Linkedin for the best results? OK – hold up here. Let’s clear some things up first. Why do you need to use connection notes on Linkedin? If you’re using Linkedin to build your professional network, you probably already know that a lot of people swear by it. You can remotely meet and…

Regular readers of this site will know we love a good whisky, and a good Scotch single malt is hard to beat. I’ve been meaning to check out the Dalwhinnie 15 year old scotch for a while now, and finally bagged myself a bottle. So how does this dram go down? And is it worth getting a bottle yourself for your drinks cabinet? What kind of whisky is Dalwhinnie? The Dalwhinnie distillery is based in northern Scotland, in the highlands close to the Speyside region. Whisky fans will already be aware that Speyside is the region with the most whisky…

It’s a good time to be a nerd. Once the butt of jokes, today to be a geek or a nerd is held up as something that might be (whisper it) kinda cool. With plenty of nerd billionaires and with techy nerd jobs all the rage, embracing your inner nerd is hot right now. So if you wanna rock the nerd style or geek chic, we can totally understand. These days you’ll often see influencers and egirls embracing their nerd style and still looking cool. First up, before we look at how to dress like a nerd, we’ll make sure…

If you follow the GlobalPlayboy Twitter feed, you’ll see we’re big fans of Verasity aka $VRA. And frankly, if you’re into crypto and looking for tokens with genuine use cases then you should be looking at this project… OK, hold up. I’m not gonna talk financial advice in this article, but I will be talking about why I think Verasity is a great project and where I think it’s gonna be heading in 2023 and beyond. I’m also gonna look at the fundamentals of the Verasity project, and answer the question ‘Should I buy $VRA?’ Before we get started: This…

Absinthe has the reputation as a super strong spirit that drives people crazy. After all Van Gough cut his ear off after an absinthe binge, didn’t he? (no he didn’t). The story of absinthe is actually quite interesting – but I digress. The Green Fairy actually offers a fantastic depth of flavour and makes a surprisingly sophisticated long drink. And if you have a bottle of the green stuff on your drinks shelf, maybe you’ve never thought to make a cocktail with it. Well, you might be missing out. There are plenty of great absinthe cocktails and we’re gonna highlight…

When it comes to finding flights online, many of us have become experts. And many of us have our preferred tools – whether that’s Momondo, Skyscanner, Kayak or Google Flights. So what about this Trip.com? Does Trip.com come up trumps with the flights in a head to head battle? Well, we’ve taken the time to put Trip to the test. In our test, we looked at three flights: The Long Haul Test We ran our long haul search through Skyscanner, Google Flights and Trip. We’re not choosing the cheapest dates either here, flying from 1st January to the 15th January……

Here comes the winter! And if you’re a winter sports head, that means heading to the mountains… So where can you find the early season ski conditions? Although there are no guarantees when it comes to snowfall in the Alps at the major resorts, there are several fairly snowsure options. And one of the best things about an early ski season in Europe is… The price! Skiing in mid December can be an absolute steal compared to after new year, and there will be barely anyone on the mountain too! Where do you find these incredible value early season ski…

For those of us who work and travel regularly, finding a good backpack for remote working or digital nomads is like striking gold. The thing is, there are many different bags and backpacks aimed at the business travel crowd – and not all are created equal. So how does Gomatic stack up? I’ve been test driving the Gomatic Travel Pack for the past few weeks, so I have had more than enough time to put a solid review of this backpack for remote workers and digital nomads together. What’s the verdict? Read on for my honest Gomatic Travel Pack review……

When we feel like we’re stuck in a job, it can be very frustrating. Especially if you feel like you should be earning more or working for a more exciting company. But, with a few clever tips you can actually get headhunted for your ideal job. Yup… That’s right. Your ideal job can come to you! OK, so we’ll take it as read that you’re already a professional in your chosen industry, and you’re looking for an upgrade. If that’s not the case then, well, you’ll need to have a speciality first. We’ll also take it as read that you…

Real estate. Your dad always told you to buy bricks and mortar right? But now the price of property around the world has gone, for want of a better word, fucking nuts. How can you afford to buy a place of your own? Even if you make a relatively good wage, you’re probably looking at house prices near you and thinking, WTF. Well, if you want to invest in property for cheap, especially with the long term plan to do it up and resell it one day, there are many places you can still get on the property ladder. Some…

Getting started as a freelancer can be daunting at the best of times. For many in Africa, Asia and across the world, content writing has become one of the most popular ways to earn a living as a freelancer. But is it really as easy as some people think? And, for a non-native English speaker, what are the struggles that the average copywriter or content writer will face? We caught up with Matthew Iyiola of Freelancematthew.com for his story about how he went from struggles to success as a Nigerian content writer. Q: What’s your name and where are you…

Some of us are worriers. Some of us just don’t give a shit. And if you’re a worrier, you might be looking enviously at those carefree people who joyfully do whatever they want, or say stuff that you wouldn’t dare say. How can they not care what people think? Well… As one of those people who literally could not care less what people think, I thought I’d share some tips. Why should you not care what people think? First things first – and just to set up our mindset for this article – everyone is different. We’ve all got our…

So you suck at cooking? Well, don’t fret too much… According to one study, 1 in 7 men in the UK can’t cook at all. But, being able to cook is more than just a quite essential life skill. Being able to rustle up a few dishes from scratch is a great way to impress your friends, improve your own diet, not to mention your confidence and maybe even win over that on-off girlfriend of yours. The good news? Cooking ain’t that scary mate… The bad news? Yes, you’ll probably suck the first few times you try. BUT! Don’t let…