Can You Stand On One Leg? The Neuroscience of Agility
By Silvia Damiano on 2 September 2025
We’ve been using the word “agility” in the workplace for years, but how often do we stop to think about what agility actually means? Beyond being a corporate buzzword, agility is a fundamental trait that impacts not just business success but also longevity, relationships and overall w …
The Neuroscience Of Collaboration: Why We Must Bring Back Team-Building Days
By Silvia Damiano on 26 August 2025
For years, organisations invested in team-building retreats to foster trust, camaraderie and collaboration.
What A Physics Breakthrough Reveals About Biased Leadership
By Silvia Damiano on 19 August 2025
Recently, I came across a fascinating piece of news: after nearly a century of scientific debate, MIT physicists have resolved the legendary standoff between Albert Einstein and Niels Bohr over the true nature of light.
The Loneliness Cure Isn’t More Friends — It’s Deeper Connection
By Silvia Damiano on 13 August 2025
You don’t have to be a party person to need people. But how much sociability is enough? Enough to feel whole. Enough to stay well.
The Power Of Neuroscience In Executive Development With Ricardo González
By Silvia Damiano on 7 August 2025
Great leadership is not just about experience or expertise; it’s about understanding how the brain drives performance, decision-making and human connection. The most effective leaders today are those who integrate neuroscience, emotional intelligence and well-being into their approach …
Building AI With Heart: What The Future Could Look Like If We Led With Wisdom
By Silvia Damiano on 5 August 2025
This piece is written in the spirit of ethical inquiry and collective reflection. It is an invitation to deepen the dialogue around AI, leadership and the future of humanity.
The Real Reason You’re Exhausted: Energy Management Beyond Time And To-Do Lists
By Silvia Damiano on 29 July 2025
In a world obsessed with productivity hacks, time-blocking apps and morning routines, there's one essential truth we often overlook:
Transforming Stress Into A Superpower: Mindset, Resilience & Leadership Tools
By Silvia Damiano on 23 July 2025
We often hear “resilience” and think of toughness, hustle or pushing through. But real resilience isn’t brute force; it’s adaptation. It’s having the capacity to bend without breaking, to choose your response when everything else feels out of control.
Love, Family And AI: Bridging The Gap Between Human Connection And Technology
By Silvia Damiano on 16 July 2025
With all these advancements, many unfolding faster than our brains can truly process, I find myself unable to avoid one essential topic: love and human connection.
The Trust Crisis: Why Outsourcing Trust To AI May Be Our Biggest Mistake
By Silvia Damiano on 9 July 2025
Listening to Yuval Noah Harari, the historian, philosopher and bestselling author known for exploring humanity’s future, speak about AI and trust made me pause and reflect. Harari highlights what he calls a paradox at the heart of our relationship with technology today:
Train To Be A Plumber: Future-Proofing Ourselves Through Eclectic Learning
By Silvia Damiano on 2 July 2025
After listening to Geoffrey Hinton on The Diary of a CEO, I was struck not just by his deep concern about AI’s trajectory, but by his pragmatic advice: “Train to be a plumber.” This article aims to explore what this advice really means and why, as a Learning & Development professi …