Learn to Love the Library Again
by Silvia Damiano on 14 February 2019
A recent article in Forbes stated that local libraries should close and be replaced with Amazon. Written by an economics professor, the author suggested that libraries are obsolete because of technology. The piece has since been removed from Forbes’ website, but it’s heartening to see …
Do Meditation & Mindfulness Really Work in the Office?
by Silvia Damiano on 12 February 2019
Stress in the workplace contributes to poor physical and mental health, and the negativity associated with stress can affect your personal relationships, as well. Stress management techniques are helpful to avoid burnout and the health issues that stress causes. Meditation and mindful …
Bring Balance Back to Your Life with the i4 Neuroleader Model
by Samantha Z. Dzabic on 29 January 2019
I was excited to participate in the Program with Silvia Damiano because I have a background in psychology and also organisational behaviour. I thought this would be a repeat of what I already knew about brain physiology & plasticity - but now I realise I was very wrong.
Happiness: A Fountain Of Rejuvenation For The Brain
by Silvia Damiano on 1 January 2019
Most every field, no matter if it is artistic or grounded in the business world, requires a performance at the upper echelons of success. While the artistic world of dance, music and theatre may seem more flashy, the “performances” given by top CEOs and influential politicians are no …
4 Reasons Why You Should Trust Your Intuition
by Silvia Damiano on 4 December 2018
Going by that “gut feeling” is often considered risky, but in reality, we all have the ability to intuit and connect the intelligence of the mind, heart and gut. Everyone has experienced a time when they just knew something, even if they couldn’t quite explain it. We can develop intui …
The Perils Of Ignoring The Health Of Our Brains
by Silvia Damiano on 27 November 2018
Many leaders take the time to strengthen their physical body. They exercise at the gym, take the stairs instead of the lift, or walk a few rounds of the building on a lunch break. Or perhaps they play golf, hike, or swim. But, how many leaders take time to work on their brain?
Smart Company: Six Tips To Redefine Your Leadership Style
by Press Room on 26 November 2018
Leadership plays a critical role in nearly all aspects of social, political and business endeavours. No matter how large or small the organisation, poor leadership can result in repercussions that span years, and even decades.
Business Woman Media: How to keep your mind/body/brain in balance for success
by Press Room on 25 November 2018
Everyone seems to constantly look for balance in their lives. It’s almost as if we walk a tightrope, and we sometimes desperately fight to stay on while stressors constantly pummel us. For women, the tightrope is often even narrower and less forgiving. Keeping the mind/body/brain bala …
Business Woman Media: Rewiring Your Brain For Confidence
by Press Room on 18 November 2018
The idea of change can bring up a myriad of emotions. Sometimes, it feels great to venture out on an undiscovered trail or to accept a new position halfway around the world. But other times, we fear making changes and resist, even to our own detriment.
Business Woman Media: Letting go of perfectionism to increase your effectiveness
by Press Room on 10 November 2018
In leadership, perfection can sometimes be both positive and negative. Reaping the benefits of your labor and feeling that warm glow of success is exhilarating. But, when perfection requires an exactness that is often not possible in business, it becomes an anchor, pulling down the sk …
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 …
Ten Daily: Are Leaders Born Or Made? We Asked An Expert
by Press Room on 26 October 2018
“Leaders are made, they are not born. They are made by hard effort, which is the price which all of us must pay to achieve any goal that is worthwhile.”