Category: Post
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Beyond the letters
Unlocking the Brain’s Secrets: Typoglycemia, Dyslexia, and Unique Talents. Have you ever come across a post or meme on social media where the text is jumbled, yet you can still read it effortlessly? This intriguing phenomenon has puzzled researchers and captivated the curiosity of many. What is the secret behind our brain’s ability to decipher seemingly…
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Cultivating Psychological Safety
Psychological Safety: A Cornerstone of Effective Leadership. In the ever-evolving landscape of modern workplaces, the concept of psychological safety has gained recognition as a crucial element for fostering innovation, employee well-being, and organisational success. Leaders who understand and create psychological safety within their teams not only improve the work environment but also drive better outcomes. In…
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Overcoming the Similar-to-Me Bias
Unlocking the Power of Diversity in Leadership. The Similar-to-Me bias, also known as the In-Group Bias, is a fascinating cognitive phenomenon deeply rooted in human psychology. It influences our thoughts, attitudes, and behaviours, often in subtle ways. Understanding the science and psychology behind this bias is essential for recognising its effects, especially in leadership, team dynamics,…
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Inclusive Leadership Essentials
The Eight Leadership Elements for a Diverse, Equitable and Inclusive Workplace. In a dynamically changing world, the importance of inclusive leadership transcends mere rhetoric – it’s the key for unlocking your organisation’s full potential.Inclusive leaders do more than just accept diversity; they actively champion it, forging workplaces where every individual’s unique qualities are not only celebrated…
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Making feedback count
Feedback that fuels success: Master the craft of powerful feedback. “Thanks. Love your work.” Doesn’t acknowledgement feel great? And of course, you want more, and you’re wondering, “What exactly did I do right?” Would that be the millions of drafts, the long hours, the many conversations, the frequent emails? Was it the color and font…
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Exploring Subtle Acts of Exclusion (or Microaggressions)
Unravelling Subtle Discrimination and Its ImpactOver the course of a day, marginalised individuals often encounter countless seemingly innocuous remarks: “You don’t look disabled.” “You’re reading too much into that.” “Normal people don’t do that.” “You’re being overly sensitive.”These microaggressions, while subtle and unintended, have a cumulative effect that perpetuates systemic bias. From inaccessible facilities to…
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To say or not to say
Have you ever wondered about the impact of the language we use? In this article we’ll explore how the words we choose can create a safe and inviting environment for everyone. We’ll delve into the concept of default identities and why they might unintentionally exclude some individuals. We’ll also discuss a thought-provoking shift in perspective: moving…
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Management v Leadership: unravelling two often mixed concepts
In the corporate landscape, “management” and “leadership” are often used interchangeably. But are they the same thing?Both are distinct concepts that operate with unique principles and ideologies. Management traditionally revolves around organising resources and ensuring efficiency, while leadership focuses on inspiring and guiding individuals towards a common goal. In this article, we delve into the…
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Achieve what matters with intentions
Most people have set goals, and possibly SMART goals before, and not met them. You’re probably wondering why you should try again. First we’ll explore the psychology and neurology that actually has us prefer the comfort of status quo, over our much desired future state, and then we’ll delve into goal setting and intentions to…
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Story telling: Part three
In Part 3 of story telling, we look at how visuals add to your story and can help your story stay with your audience well after your conversation or presentation.