The ‘Make Me A Leader’ Documentary: Developing The Human Behind The Leader
by Silvia Damiano on 1 August 2018
I am one of those people who has always chosen the road less traveled. I always wondered why because I know this type of road is not generally the easiest. I think I understand the answer now. By choosing the less traveled road, I came to realise that the obstacles I found along the w …
Engaging The Brains Of Others
by Silvia Damiano on 26 June 2018
Technology has advanced tremendously in the past decades, which has helped to unlock neuroscience and the secrets of the brain. While routine check-ups are a normal occurrence for other parts of the body, regular brain check-ups are now also becoming possible. In the near future, doct …
Finding Your Courage At The Dinner Table To Improve Collaboration
by Silvia Damiano on 21 June 2018
Today’s business environment is more global than ever. Leaders must be able to collaborate with people from many different walks of life, and sitting down to dinner is a great way to share ideas and cultures. However, the concept of what is delicious can vary from person to person, an …
Saying It Like It Is - When Love And Trust Matter
by Silvia Damiano on 19 June 2018
Bad leadership can bring even the mightiest organisation to its knees. A company can go from successful and thriving to floundering and failing virtually overnight if people without the right leadership attributes assume the helm. Leaders must realise that love and trust are an integr …
Letting Go Of Phobophobia To Become A Better Leader
by Silvia Damiano on 17 May 2018
Phobophobia is the fear of being afraid. For some people, this means they cannot speak in public, for some it means that spiders bring about a crippling paralysis, and for others, it means they cannot mingle with society. Fears and phobias can affect leaders by inhibiting collaboratio …
When Your Brain Is On Vacation But Your Body Is In A Meeting
by Silvia Damiano on 19 April 2018
Be present in the moment. Sometimes, that is easier said than done. Everyone’s mind wanders from time to time, but what if it happens continuously? Is a restless mind detrimental to communication and collaboration?
Lead By Example And Give A Part Of Yourself To Others
by Silvia Damiano on 10 April 2018
As everyone hustles and bustles their way to work, home, or to complete errands, the people sitting in the shadows are often forgotten. The homeless, the hungry, the sick, the needy. They are always there, even if no one acknowledges them. In this modern era, it is time to stop lettin …
Get Out Of The Shadows And Spotlight Your Leadership Skills
by Silvia Damiano on 3 April 2018
Leaders are often expected to assume many roles. They have to be peacekeepers, excellent managers, and well-spoken. But these skills don’t always come naturally to everyone. An acting skills course, for example, could be just what a leader needs, to go from good to great.
Don’t Let Your Own Whining Or Complaining Dampen Your Personal Leadership
by Silvia Damiano on 29 March 2018
When people continuously complain, it affects those around them. Not only does it dampen the enthusiasm in a workplace, but collaboration and innovation are often forgotten in this negative atmosphere. People usually have lots of excuses (it’s the season, it’s a birthday coming up, or …
Be Adventurous and Become A Better Leader
by Silvia Damiano on 15 March 2018
The word ‘adventure’ means different things to different people. For some, they imagine skydiving or climbing mountains or racing a supercar. For others, it means taking a different route to work. Leadership skills need fresh ideas to continually improve and evolve, and a little adven …
The Unspoken Words That You May Be Missing
by Silvia Damiano on 1 February 2018
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 …
Practise Might Not Make You Perfect But It Will Make You Better
by Silvia Damiano on 23 January 2018
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!).