Are Leaders Born Or Made?
by Silvia Damiano on 5 June 2014
When it comes to leadership, one of the questions that still gets tossed around is ‘Are leaders born or made?’ Many still believe that leadership is something unattainable and that the learning of certain traits, behaviours or attitudes cannot be done.
Leadership is Upside Down
by Silvia Damiano on 29 May 2014
When we think about entrepreneurs opening a new business, we know that in general they need a business plan, a strategy, a product, start-up funds and an audience to market to. But have you ever thought about what you need in order to be a leader, whether that is in a personal or prof …
Total Loyalty
by Juan Carlos Cubeiro on 2 December 2013
I've been reading Total Loyalty, How LADY GAGA turns her followers into fans, and what lessons can be drawn from this by Jackie Huba. According to the author, one of the most striking artists of the twenty first century - gives us seven lessons for our Professional Brand.
Scratch Your Own Itch
by Mel Dumas on 18 July 2013
For anyone who ha ever dreamed of starting their own business, or had the next big idea but never knew where to begin; with the help of the inspirational book 'Re-Work', we explore the changing environment for start-ups, our impressive minds and the simple need to just start.
The Neuroscience Of Regret
by The About my Brain Institute on 27 May 2013
How our brains learn to let go of regret as we age - and why some people don’t. We often associate regret with old age – the tragic image of an elderly person feeling regretful over opportunities forever missed.
Respect Gender Differences As You Would Cultural Differences
by The About my Brain Institute on 12 May 2013
Our Founder Silvia Damiano is interviewed by HR Daily and says "Most employers recognise the need to be aware of cultural idiosyncrasies when doing business in other countries; but when it comes to doing business with men and women, important differences are all too often overlooked."
Innovation Is Just A Habit
by Nils Vesk on 2 May 2013
Most of us operate habitually day to day. In our organisations we follow processes, have little rituals and habits about what we think, and what we do. Not all our habits are great, many are good (they help us get where we are) and others are not so good (they stop us from growing and …
How Did The Croods Deal With Change?
by Silvia Damiano on 2 April 2013
Can we learn how to deal with change from the recently released movie The Croods? I definitely think we can. This is a great film with a powerful message for any audience (particularly those who are still in touch with their inner child).
Living With Epilepsy
by The About my Brain Institute on 15 March 2013
Hello, I am a 40 year old woman who was diagnosed with epilepsy from the age of 21.
When We Are Shy
by Silvia Damiano on 20 January 2013
When I was young, I usually tried to hide behind my mum’s skirt while queuing at the supermarket's cashier so people would not engage in conversation with me.
What Turned You On Today?
by Silvia Damiano on 9 May 2012
For those familiar with brain principles, neuroscientists have identified that our brains know how to do one of these two things very well: avoid pain or seek pleasure. As humans, we have always pursued pleasure as an essential part of our survival, devoting time and resources to get …