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 …
When Arrogance Works Against You: Leadership Lessons From The Titan Submersible Disaster
By Silvia Damiano on 26 June 2025
I recently watched Titan: The OceanGate Disaster, a powerful and unsettling documentary that left me thinking about the real-world consequences of toxic leadership.
The Cost Of Control In A World That Wants Freedom
By Silvia Damiano on 12 June 2025
The idea of work has evolved dramatically but many of the systems we use to manage people haven’t.
Unlocking Leadership Through Communication with Dineshrie Pillay
By Silvia Damiano on 15 March 2025
Leadership is more than just a title; it’s about influence, self-awareness and the ability to inspire change. Dineshrie’s journey into leadership development began at a young age and was shaped by both successes and personal challenges. With over 15 years of experience coaching profes …
Leading With The Brain In Mind With Angella Clarke-Jervoise
By Silvia Damiano on 7 March 2025
I recently had the pleasure of speaking with Angella Clarke-Jervoise, the i4 Neuroleader™ Master Trainer for Brisbane, Australia, about her journey in leadership development, executive coaching and organisational transformation. With over 25 years of experience in professional service …
Building Resilient Teams In The Age Of AI: A Case For Brain-Friendly Leadership
By Silvia Damiano on 17 February 2025
We are living in an era of rapid and profound transformation. The rise of artificial intelligence (AI), automation and global digital integration is reshaping the business landscape at an unprecedented pace. Companies are adopting entirely new operational models, with many restructuri …