A Little Appreciation Can Go A Long Way
by The About my Brain Institute on 5 December 2016
You catch more flies with honey than with vinegar. Many of us have heard or even used this old English proverb. But have you ever considered what it means? Too often, we find the flaws with individuals in our personal and professional lives.
Inspire The Music In You
by The About my Brain Institute on 13 October 2016
We all likely have to admit to singing in the shower, or to giving a masterful solo performance in the car. We physically interact with music, tapping our feet, nodding our heads, and singing and dancing along. All cultures invariably express themselves with music. It links us as huma …
Enhance Collaboration Through An Inspiring Self
by Silvia Damiano on 15 August 2016
Inspiration is a word that is used by many, but very few understand that inspiration is at the core of creating a collaborative environment. Various strategies can be used to ignite that spark in our minds and in the minds of others. But you may be wondering why becoming inspirational …
3 Basic Steps To Develop Your Creative Mind
by Silvia Damiano on 14 April 2016
It is only in recent times that neuroscientists are starting to unravel what happens when we create. We used to leave creativity in the hands of prodigies and talented artists, but now we know that it is something that anyone can do and nurture.
The Sales Person Is Dead. Long Live The Sales Leader
by Ian Lowe on 7 January 2016
“Houston we have a problem!” is a quote made famous by Tom Hanks in his portrayal of Astronaut James Lovell in the 1995 movie Apollo 13 after their spacecraft experiences massive damage ending their mission to the Moon and putting the lives of the three astronauts on board in great je …
The Four Pillars You Need To Build A Collaborative Enterprise
by Silvia Damiano on 8 December 2015
Collaboration is something we all strive for because it is essential to better business outcomes. An aligned team that is working in harmony is always going to produce better work than what one person can achieve alone. So if we know collaboration works, surely it should be intrinsic …
A Review Of i4 Tales At The Vivid Ideas Festival Of 2015
by The About my Brain Institute on 11 June 2015
On a brisk Saturday morning marking the last weekend of autumn, a dedicated team were already hard at work behind-the-scenes setting up at Billy Blue College of Design Ultimo campus, for what was to be an inspiring, thought-provoking afternoon.
Imagination, The Precursor Of Creative Thinking
by Silvia Damiano on 12 February 2015
Who would have imagined that one day, knowing how to tap into people’s ideas would not only be valuable for the economy but also important in the development of leaders?
Ticking ‘Inspiration’ Off Your Bucket List
by Silvia Damiano on 3 July 2014
Do you want to feel inspired? Or perhaps you’d like to inspire others? Have you ever considered that ‘inspiration’ comes from within? No matter who you are or where you are from, inspiration starts with you.
Unforgettable Mandela
by Silvia Damiano on 7 December 2013
Son, father, prisoner, peacekeeper, leader and hero – Nelson Mandela. As I think about the many roles he has taken throughout his life, I think of what a truly amazing, gifted and humble spirit he was; and whilst it saddens me that we must now bid farewell to one of the most incredibl …
Happy 2013
by The About my Brain Institute on 6 January 2013
An inspiring quote by V.S. Ramachandran.
Engage Me - Inspirational Insights For Leaders Who Want To Engage
by The About my Brain Institute on 4 May 2010
Have you ever wondered what engages people at work? Have you ever explored and shared with your boss what engages you? Are you curious to know what has changed in terms of how engagement is viewed from the perspective of neuroscience?