Break The Cycle & Transform Leadership
by Silvia Damiano on 24 June 2024
“If you always do what you’ve always done, you’ll always get what you’ve always got.” - Henry Ford This powerful quote by Henry Ford perfectly encapsulates the essence of the upcoming i4 Neuroleader™ Methodology Certification in Bali. It’s a call to action to break free from the repet …
From Burnout To Brain-Based Breakthroughs
by Jessica Tietjen on 20 June 2024
A few years ago, I experienced extreme burnout and chose to leave my executive leadership position in the corporate world. As a leader of shared services, I had responsibility for developing our people programs (HR) as well as leading IT, legal, customer service, and project coordinat …
Learning To Be Calm: The Neuroscience Behind Workplace Stress
by Silvia Damiano on 18 June 2024
When coaching people with the i4 Neuroleader™ Assessment, one of the most common areas for improvement that I notice is ‘how to learn to manage tension in the workplace’. The pressure to perform, meet deadlines, and juggle multiple tasks can lead to a constant state of tension and anx …
A 100-Year Perspective on How Leadership and Wellbeing Have Changed
by Silvia Damiano on 11 April 2024
As we navigate the complexities of the modern world, the interplay between effective leadership and personal wellbeing has never been more crucial. Reflecting on the past century allows us to appreciate how leadership styles and practices, as well as approaches to wellbeing, have evol …
Unlock Your Leadership Potential: i4 Neuroleader™ Methodology Certification in Bali
by Silvia Damiano on 1 March 2024
As we navigate an era of unprecedented change, the demand for visionary leaders and innovative thinkers has never been more critical. In response to this need, we are thrilled to announce an opportunity that will transform how you lead, build relationships, create and innovate in your …
Transforming Leadership & Well-Being From The Heart
by Silvia Damiano on 19 July 2023
At the About my Brain Institute, our core belief has been that “better brains create better leaders.” However, it is worth exploring the notion that a “better heart” could potentially be the crucial factor in nurturing exceptional leaders. To gain further insights into this perspectiv …
From Microbes to Mood: How the Gut-Brain Axis Shapes Your Health
by Silvia Damiano on 5 June 2023
The world of work has changed forever. To improve connections within organisations, understanding how we function as human beings has become paramount. This includes learning how to manage our moods to improve our feelings and behaviour.
Become A Brain-Friendly Coach: Using Brain Health Knowledge In Coaching
by Silvia Damiano on 29 May 2023
Understanding how the human brain functions is important to help improve its health. How can we change what we do not understand? To better teach others to lead, we need to educate ourselves regarding neuroscience, and then we can apply this knowledge to support those around us.
From Manager to Neurocoach: Shaping the Future of Effective Leadership
by Katharine McLennan on 23 May 2023
In the current era, which we refer to as the ‘Imagination Age’, traditional approaches to leadership are no longer enough to guarantee success. With the rapid pace of technological advancement and the increasingly complex global landscape, leaders must be able to adapt to a constantly …
Bringing People Back Together to Maintain Social Cohesion & Wellbeing
by Silvia Damiano on 19 April 2023
Finding Neuroscience while Retracing History I was recently in Germany attending a Neuroscience Conference. As a lover of all types of learning, I was deeply inspired to visit Göttingen, the city of knowledge. Its University was founded in 1734, once the most visited in Europe, and ha …
How Energy & Vitality Enhance Your Performance
by Silvia Damiano on 28 March 2023
Energy and vitality are often used as buzzwords around an office, but why are they especially important for leadership? Ask yourself, do people want to follow someone who is exhausted all the time? The answer is probably no, and exhaustion and fatigue in leaders generally affect every …
The Neurobiology of Performance: Applying Brain-Friendly Practices in Coaching & Wellbeing Training
by Silvia Damiano on 15 March 2023
During a recent chat with Dr Kaushik Ram, we discussed questions coaches and leaders may have before embarking on our programs. Our 2024 edition of the i4 Neuroleader™ Certification, has been upgraded to include lessons on the ‘Neurobiology of Coaching, Well-Being and Brain-Friendly P …