Silvia Damiano

Silvia Damiano

Founder & CEO
About my Brain Institute

Scientist, educator, author, speaker, coach, award-winning leadership specialist, filmmaker and creator of the i4 Neuroleader Model & Methodology.

Silvia's scientific background and curiosity about the human brain led her to a decade long journey of research into optimal brain functioning and the application of neuroscience in leadership and daily life. Her past and current roles have uniquely prepared her for the current undertaking, that of leadership activist & change agent.

Silvia Damiano founded The About my Brain Institute in 2009, with the purpose of democratising leadership & neuroscience. She has a passionately held belief, that leaders in our 21st century global economy and their organisations must radically change long-held ideas of what constitutes effective leadership

In her ground-breaking books ‘Leadership is Upside Down’, ‘Brain-Friendly Leadership’ and the 2018 documentary ‘Make Me A Leader’, Silvia provides both compelling evidence and explores the importance of leadership in our personal and professional lives and what it takes to develop the human behind the leader.

Silvia has worked in different countries, across many industries, helping teams and organisations improve business performance. Silvia’s clients have described her as a passionate, dynamic, a highly experienced speaker and master facilitator on the topics of Emotional Intelligence, Cultural Change, Neuroleadership & Engagement.

Silvia is passionate about leaving a legacy of well-rounded leaders who can act and decide in a way that better serves humanity. Her clients include Microsoft, Australian Stock Exchange, NSW Government, VISA, Fuji Xerox and Manpower amongst many other global companies.

Posts by Silvia Damiano

Finding Yourself—Navigating This Hectic World Without Losing Your Way

by Silvia Damiano on 1 March 2018

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Modern businesspersons have so many demands on their time. At work, there are always more things that need to be done. This can mean that personal time can get lost along the way. People need to purposefully set aside time to reconnect with themselves.

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Feedback For Leaders is More Important Than You Think

by Silvia Damiano on 27 February 2018

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Many leaders feel that they are doing a great job. The problem is, their employees don’t always have the opportunity to give honest feedback. If leaders are already confident they are doing a good job, how can they continually improve?

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Your Car Won’t Start, And Oh, The Coffee Machine Is Broken

by Silvia Damiano on 22 February 2018

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Everyone has days where nothing seems to fall into place. Mishaps, unfortunate coincidences, and accidents can ruin the day. But, in situations like this, it’s important to take a step back and really look at what there is to be thankful for.

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Watch Out, Shakespeare! It's the Taming of the Neurofeedback Device

by Silvia Damiano on 20 February 2018

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When many people hear the phrase ‘neurofeedback device,’ they are likely left scratching their heads. Advancing technology has unlocked new tools that can be used to monitor brain activity—without a sophisticated laboratory setup. These devices can offer real-time data on what’s reall …

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Keeping Conversations Beside the Watercooler Meaningful

by Silvia Damiano on 15 February 2018

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Gossip in a work environment can range from benign to toxic. The dynamics of working with large, diverse groups of people inevitably lead to squabbles and resentments; it seems to be human nature. But instead of automatically assuming the worst, try to focus on a positive attitude tha …

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Stop Looking In The Mirror And Start Looking At Others

by Silvia Damiano on 13 February 2018

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Too often, leaders are focused only on their agenda. As long as everything gets checked off for the day, many leaders have no awareness of what really goes on behind the scenes. The leaders of the Imagination Age cannot have this narrow, task-focused mindset of the past.

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Are You The Calm One, Or Did You Just Panic?

by Silvia Damiano on 8 February 2018

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Certain situations seem to bring out the best (or worst) in people. Some people can handle emergencies with a relaxed, calm attitude, and others tend to run around screaming that the sky is falling. Leaders can’t afford to have the panic-button way of thinking, but what can be done ab …

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Becoming A Super-Leader In Three Easy Steps!

by Silvia Damiano on 6 February 2018

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Many leaders are expected to be expert multitaskers and very nearly ‘super-leaders,' who are innovative and ready to handle anything. While some leaders have a clear vision of the future, others look ahead and only see a gray fog. Setting audacious goals can help leaders work towards …

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The Unspoken Words That You May Be Missing

by Silvia Damiano on 1 February 2018

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The more delicate nuances of conversation are often missed by many people. A subtle glance, an uncomfortable swallow, or a slight step backward all mean something, and sometimes they mean a BIG something. But what happens when leaders aren’t cognizant of body language and words left u …

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Free Your Mind And Embrace The Imagination Age

by Silvia Damiano on 25 January 2018

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The mindsets of the past can be challenging to let go of. People get into set patterns, and they feel comfortable and might be resistant to changes. However, this new era requires that leaders be agile and aware, and opening the mind to the possibilities of new leadership styles is cr …

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Practise Might Not Make You Perfect But It Will Make You Better

by Silvia Damiano on 23 January 2018

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Many people dislike speaking in front of groups of people. For some, size doesn’t even matter. The fear, anxiety and stress make giving speeches agonising. But, what if practising can help? Science is showing that practice maybe does make perfect (or at least improve results!).

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Navigating The Twisting Road To Success

by Silvia Damiano on 18 January 2018

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What does success mean to you? It’s different for all of us. When you think of a successful person, who pops in your mind? Maybe you think of famous movie stars, with lots of wealth and glamorous lives. Or perhaps you think of CEOs or owners of companies. Or maybe someone who is very …

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