Tired of unproductive and lacklustre team meetings? We've all been there, stuck in meetings that seem to go nowhere and achieve nothing. In this blog post, we'll help you break free from the cycle of unengaging meetings. We'll explore the importance of team meetings,...
Why the HBDI® is not a test
What is a test? To get your licence you complete a test. To see whether you need glasses you complete an eye exam. To pass a subject at school or university you complete an assessment. When assessing your leadership abilities, others conduct a 360-degree evaluation of...
Transforming Workplace Learning: Embrace Learning in the Flow of Work (LITFOW)
I recently spoke at two conferences — a learning and development Leadership Summit in Auckland, and the HR Summit in Melbourne. Both talks were about the same topic - LITFOW. Learning in the Flow of Work. LITFOW can bring immense benefits to any...
How Your Job Can Shape Your Brain: Impact of Work on Cognitive Abilities
We all know that jobs have a significant impact on our lives. For most of us, Mondays to Fridays are spent working and although this earns us money, it can also affect our physical and mental health, social lives and overall well-being. There is, interestingly,...
What is cognitive diversity?
It is not uncommon for people to clash with their colleagues at work. This can often be due to conflicting opinions, different levels of experience or knowledge, miscommunications, and a range of other issues. It’s important to remember that everyone has different...
Whole Brain® Thinking and Business Disruption
Every established organisation gets disrupted eventually. If you’re lucky enough to survive it, you’ll probably wonder why you didn’t see it coming and what you can do differently next time. A disruption management plan helps you combine elements of strategy,...
Career planning: Is it worth it?
Career planning is the process of choosing or changing a career. It can be an ongoing process that you revisit throughout your life, or it can be a one-time event, such as when you are choosing a tertiary education path. There are many factors to consider when...
6 Ways to Innovate in an Economic Downturn
What causes an economic downturn? A number of factors can contribute to an economic downturn, including a decrease in consumer spending, an increase in unemployment, or a decrease in exports. A downturn can have a significant impact on businesses and consumers alike....
With the rise of automation in jobs, how can people stay relevant?
It's no secret that technology is constantly changing and evolving. What was once cutting-edge quickly becomes outdated, and new advancements are constantly being made. This can be seen in nearly every industry, as technology develops so do the types of jobs that are...