3 Ways To Become A More Adaptable Leader
By Silvia Damiano on 11 April 2019
Humans tend to be creatures of habit. Repetition means there are no surprises or dangers lurking in the shadows. Certain parts of the brain, including the basal ganglia, are responsible for repetitive behaviours. Breaking free of the daily routine is necessary, however, to be a more a …
How Can Human Innovation Thrive in the Era of AI?
By Silvia Damiano on 9 April 2019
Human innovation is what sets us apart from other species on the Earth. This ingenuity has allowed us to progress from living in caves to living in cities sprawled across the world, and even to a presence in space. The notion that artificial intelligence will supplant human innovation …
5 Ways to Become More Courageous
By Silvia Damiano on 4 April 2019
The idea of courage can mean different things to different people. For some, it means leaving a relationship that isn’t working out. For others, it means quitting a job to follow a dream. While courage can mean many things, one central theme unites us all--being courageous sets us fre …
Afraid Of Change? How To Maintain An Agile and Mindful Workforce
By Silvia Damiano on 2 April 2019
When we think of special forces teams in the military, we often think of agile teams ready to quickly address issues to ensure a successful mission. However, these highly trained units typically include cross-functional experts and no officers. These teams make on-the-ground decisions …
The Neurobiology of Intuition - Becoming an Agile Leader
By Silvia Damiano on 28 March 2019
The idea of ‘intuition’ is often overlooked or even deemed taboo in the business world, yet we’ve all experienced intuitive insights and acted on them. We can sharpen these intuitive abilities to rapidly adjust to a world in constant change and turmoil. However, our intuitive skills s …
The Biggest Buzzword in Business is “Innovation”
By Silvia Damiano on 26 March 2019
Innovation should be at the heart of what we do as leaders. While the notion of innovation is a popular buzzword, in reality, the marketplace is constantly changing, and we need to think about how we can help workers adapt and overcome habits and fear. Understanding how our brain func …
The Neurobiology of Imagination - Becoming an Innovative Leader
By Silvia Damiano on 21 March 2019
We live in a time when knowledge is literally at our fingertips. Even very young children know how to navigate Google or YouTube to find cartoons or information that interests them. In a world where nearly everyone can access an unlimited amount of information, how can we learn to sta …
What Stops People From Collaborating?
By Silvia Damiano on 19 March 2019
Collaboration involves working with a combined body of people to achieve a common goal. It requires open communication and having the courage to overcome conflict. It begins with the desire to inspire others to turn an idea into a concrete outcome. Unfortunately, in many modern busine …
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 …