It’s Not About Time Management, It’s About Mind Management
by Silvia Damiano on 30 October 2018
The expression “work smarter, not harder” has been around since it was first used by Allen F. Morgenstern in the 1930s.1 As technology and automation have increased, so has productivity. Workers are continuously expected to do more and more, at the expense of their personal lives and …
4 Ways To Showcase Your Imagination
by Silvia Damiano on 25 October 2018
Everyone imagines during the day, and it’s possible to use this imagination to problem solve and come up with new innovations and strategies. The same neural pathways are activated when the real event is experienced or when it is imagined. Learning to harness this enormous power will …
Why Speaking Up Can Be So Difficult Sometimes
by Silvia Damiano on 23 October 2018
While films often show confident, assertive leaders, real life does not always emulate art. Depending on social customs and beliefs, many people and even those in leadership positions may find it difficult to assert themselves. There are strategies, however, that can help people overc …
The Remarkable History Of Human Adaptability
by Silvia Damiano on 18 October 2018
Anthropology is the study of human cultures and societies. It looks at all the factors that make us human. The beginnings of our story stretch back millions of years in time, and anthropology seeks to unravel the long-hidden mysteries of human existence in an attempt to explain the pa …
The Pause Leaders Need To Take
by Silvia Damiano on 16 October 2018
It can be difficult for leaders to keep up with the often hectic and fast-paced modern global economy. With so much competition, and the constant need for more, leaders don’t have the time or luxury to be a visionary or risk making mistakes. Bringing more women into leadership is key …
Building A Health-Conscious Culture At Work
by Silvia Damiano on 11 October 2018
An organisation that values the health and wellness of its employees is poised for success in the Imagination Age. When people are healthy, they are happier, more energetic, more creative and more innovative. Creating a wellness program (or sprucing up one already in existence) is a w …
Helping Leaders Overcome Biases That Block True Connections
by Silvia Damiano on 9 October 2018
A global economy requires strong collaborative skills from every effective leader. However, neuroscience has revealed that unconscious bias, now detectable using Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI), is a reality, and understanding how to manage it in leaders is fundamental.
3 Ways To Integrate Your Body And Mind
by Silvia Damiano on 4 October 2018
Focusing on physical health is easier for many because it yields tangible results. You can look at the scale, look in the mirror, or check your mile log on your step counter. Mental & emotional health are more difficult to outwardly see, which is one reason why these areas can be …
Using Dance To Find And Express Your Spirit
by Silvia Damiano on 2 October 2018
Moving the body is so important for a healthy mind and a healthy body. For many, the repetition of going to the gym is not appealing. Running nowhere or lifting the same weights over and over don’t inspire them, and so they don’t go anymore. Consider another outlet for healthy exercis …
The “Human” Skills You Need for the Future of Work
by Silvia Damiano on 27 September 2018
The Jobs Landscape in 2022 clearly outlines that “human” skills such as creativity, initiative, critical thinking, persuasion, resilience, leadership and social influence will retain or increase their value.1 Fitting in this new world of work requires us to retrain and up skill oursel …
The Way Women Lead
by Silvia Damiano on 25 September 2018
Neuroscience has shown that there are fundamental differences between male and female brains. Male brains tend to have higher surface areas, while female brains have higher cortical thickness, or a thicker cerebral cortex. But do these inherent physical differences affect how persons …
The Pink Elephant In The Room - Differences Between Male And Female Leaders
by Silvia Damiano on 20 September 2018
Men and women think differently, which means they also lead differently. Women are typically underrepresented in top political and business positions, but this is rapidly changing. Understanding how the brain works will strengthen and shape the leaders of the future, and embracing the …