Confidence is the Secret Ingredient for Improved Performance
By Silvia Damiano on 8 September 2022
Even in the best of times, some of us have doubts about our abilities and performance. We feel anxiety and even fear when we think about doing certain things at work, like giving a speech or preparing a report with a quick deadline.
Finding Centre - Without Losing Your Cool
By Silvia Damiano on 13 May 2022
When something is in homeostasis, there is a balance. In nature, this might mean the appropriate amount of water to support plant growth without drowning or dehydrating the plant. The same principle works in our brains. When we find our centre, we can achieve homeostasis, or the balan …
Minimising Distractions to Increase Performance & Focus
By Silvia Damiano on 15 December 2021
In my coaching work, one of the issues I notice affecting most people is the lack of focus. Whether they are top-level athletes, managers or musicians, the best performers know how to push away distractions and focus on their work without feeling guilty about it. They also understand …
When Your Brain Sabotages Your Own Adaptability
By Silvia Damiano on 17 November 2021
Some people become very passionate and irate when their beliefs are challenged, even if the challenger is polite and has evidence supporting their stance. Neuroscience has shown that our convictions become part of the brain, so much like we instinctively protect our physical self in t …
What Happens When the Brain is Too Tired to Perform?
By Silvia Damiano on 13 October 2021
When we sleep, our brains are essentially flushed with cerebral spinal fluids, which may help clear out toxins that accumulate in the brain.1 Tired leaders may feel as if they are effective, but in reality, tiredness results in more mistakes and a decreased work pace. Our leadership a …
A Neuroleader Understands What People Need To Thrive
By Silvia Damiano on 6 October 2021
We often tend to see the same people. This circle of companionship likely varies depending on whether we are at work or home, but we probably see most of the same people each day. The lack of variety in our social and professional bubbles may reduce the empathy we have for others beca …
Virtual Leadership - Is It Enough?
By Silvia Damiano on 16 September 2021
Workforces worldwide pivoted nearly overnight from most people working in the office to almost everyone working remotely. That period was challenging for many companies and organisations, but how has the workplace permanently changed as we move forward? How can leaders still be effect …
Navigating Staff Mental Health In A Pandemic
By Silvia Damiano on 14 September 2021
It is no secret that many people are stressed out due to the Covid pandemic. However, part of the problem is that our mental health was not stellar before the pandemic hit, so now many workers find themselves needing mental health care more than ever. But what are leaders doing to hel …
A Crisis Impacts Organisational Culture - Why ‘Brain-Friendly Leadership’ Is Paramount!
By Silvia Damiano on 9 September 2021
As the world is still reeling from the Coronavirus, it has become clear that a crisis affects organisational culture. Workplaces around the world have changed drastically in the past 18 months or so. What have we learned? One thing that is certain, being ‘brain-friendly’ is more impor …
Mirror, Mirror - Who is the Smartest and Strongest of All?
By Silvia Damiano on 9 September 2021
Knowing our strengths and limitations allows us to foster trust and team spirit. When we are ignorant about these personal traits, we can engage in behaviours that push people away. Leadership is about influencing others, and if we do not understand what attracts people and what repel …
Brain-Friendly Leadership: A Wellness Guide That Takes You Back to Basics
By Silvia Damiano on 1 September 2021
As we were preparing to launch ‘Brain-Friendly Leadership’ in Spain back in March 2020, COVID-19 hit. Although this event put a considerable delay on our book release date due to months of uncertainty, the content of this publication became even more relevant.
Our 2021 Relaunch
By Silvia Damiano on 1 August 2021
The Pandemic! What a disrupting way to start thinking differently about one’s life... COVID-19 has undoubtedly shaken us to the core and for each person around the globe, it has certainly meant different things. For me, it translated into a long sabbatical in 2020 which continued in 2 …