The Neurobiology of Inspiration - Becoming a Collaborative Leader
By Silvia Damiano on 14 March 2019
The word ‘inspiration’ is almost like an odd colour or a shade that is difficult for people to describe. Many people say they are inspired, but determining what it really means to each of us can be challenging. We know how differently we behave when we are inspired compared to when we …
Stress at Work - The True Killer of High Performing Teams
By Silvia Damiano on 12 March 2019
While we may not worry about the same things we did a hundred or a thousand years ago, as humans we still face stress. Everything in our modern world seems to move so quickly. It almost feels as if we can blink and miss a business deal to the competition. Work demands, being a good pa …
The Neurobiology of Integration - Becoming a High Performing Leader
By Silvia Damiano on 7 March 2019
An orchestra perfectly in tune led by a competent conductor can create balanced, beautiful music. When our bodies are in tune, with a healthy brain at the helm, we also achieve balance. However, when our brain health is not optimised, our balance is thrown off and our minds and bodies …
5 Strategies To Increase Your Awareness
By Silvia Damiano on 5 March 2019
Awareness is the ability to perceive and become conscious of one’s inner world while still taking notice of external surroundings. Leaders who learn to pay attention, observe others, and understand their strengths and weaknesses can influence how they respond to others--and how others …
Leading With Generosity To Create A Better World
By Silvia Damiano on 28 February 2019
Everyone has periods when times are particularly tough. The loss of something or someone dear can make each day almost impossible to handle. Understanding that the people around us may also be experiencing sadness, grief, and loss can increase patience, generosity, and kindness.
Aligning Brain, Heart & Gut to Foster Agility
By Silvia Damiano on 26 February 2019
In an age where artificial intelligence is becoming the norm, it is important to focus on the qualities of human beings which allow us to personally transform and offer a broader spectrum for effective thinking. Leaders who are able to understand, perceive and process their emotions a …
Learn to Love the Library Again
By Silvia Damiano on 14 February 2019
A recent article in Forbes stated that local libraries should close and be replaced with Amazon. Written by an economics professor, the author suggested that libraries are obsolete because of technology. The piece has since been removed from Forbes’ website, but it’s heartening to see …
Do Meditation & Mindfulness Really Work in the Office?
By Silvia Damiano on 12 February 2019
Stress in the workplace contributes to poor physical and mental health, and the negativity associated with stress can affect your personal relationships, as well. Stress management techniques are helpful to avoid burnout and the health issues that stress causes. Meditation and mindful …
A Life-Changing Film is Out There Somewhere
By Silvia Damiano on 7 February 2019
Films, and in particular, documentaries have been around for nearly 100 years. The first official documentary is usually considered to be the work by Robert Flaherty. Made in 1922, Nanook of the North unveiled the difficult life of Canadian Inuits.1 These kinds of films have come a lo …
The Rise Of The Empathetic Leader
By Silvia Damiano on 31 January 2019
The Internet has connected the world as never before. Social media platforms make it possible for family members who live thousands of miles apart to share birthday pictures, or for long-lost lovers to reunite. However, people can use these tools to become self-centered and less empat …
Giving The Gift Of Time To Increase Your Influence
By Silvia Damiano on 24 January 2019
The fast pace that people are expected to maintain in today’s world of work means that interactions with others are limited and cursory. Taking the time to slow down may mean everything to the other person. By giving value to the opinions and thoughts of others, it’s possible to enhan …
4 Ways To Stimulate Your Curiosity
By Silvia Damiano on 15 January 2019
Humans are inquisitive by nature. Most of us cannot resist a quick peek at whatever commotion is going on around us, or we sneak a glance at our phone if it pings quietly during a meeting. Nurturing this curiosity will create the conditions for innovation and help us handle the uncert …