Narcissistic Leadership: Generosity Means Thinking Beyond Yourself
by Silvia Damiano on 4 February 2023
Only a confident, generous person can truly cheer others on, especially if they may be a competitor in the business world. We may find ourselves smiling on the outside, but inside we may be seething at their success and our own failure (or simply lack of the same kind of success). It’ …
4 Ways You Can Become a More Generous Leader
by Silvia Damiano on 28 May 2019
Everyone tends to focus on things that must be accomplished. Tasks at work, errands to complete before heading home, or emails and reports to read or write fill up our days, and sometimes nights, too. It’s easy to lose sight of other aspects of our life, such as generosity and compass …
Bon Appétit! Cook For Your Friends To Relax Your Brain
by Silvia Damiano on 25 April 2019
After a long day’s work, spending an evening with friends is an excellent way to unwind, relax, and let your brain have a respite. Pleasant conversation, tasty food, and a nice beverage allow the mind to stop worrying about work or other problems and instead focus on the present. What …
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.
Paying It Forward For A Happier You
by Silvia Damiano on 11 December 2018
Showing compassion and kindness to others may have an additional side effect--psychological benefits for the giver. Most people brighten up with a kind word or a cheery smile, and neuroscience is now focusing on the benefits to people who show kindness and generosity. Leadership metho …
Generosity Means Giving More Than Just Your Money
by Silvia Damiano on 5 October 2017
Singer George Michael passed away on Christmas Day of 2016. He was well known for his musical works, but many had no idea how many charities he supported quietly behind the scenes. He was a dedicated philanthropist who made generous donations without the public's knowledge.
A Journey From The Classroom To Cambodia
by Silvia Damiano on 20 April 2017
I became a teacher because I want to share my passion and love for science with children. I want to pass on the spark of inspiration that my teachers from childhood had given me. I hope that my kids feel a sense of wonder and ask a million questions. I also want my students to be kind …
The i4 Live Retreat: A Program Of A Life Time For 2017
by Silvia Damiano on 30 March 2017
As the CEO of the About my Brain Institute, I am committed to leaving a legacy of the work we do. As part of this commitment, we love to create transformational events such as the upcoming 2017 which will take place in Cambodia this October.
In The Pursuit Of Generosity
by Silvia Damiano on 31 October 2016
When we think of generosity, most people think they are being generous by giving away something they don’t need, the clothes from last season or perhaps the left over coins at the end of an overseas trip that we gladly outsource to the airlines to sort through.
Generosity - Why It Is Good For Your Bottom Line
by Mark Hodgson on 15 July 2016
When people learn to think beyond themselves and are able to develop a generous approach towards those around them, a sense of collective energy is generated. This translates into the willingness to contribute to the ‘cause’, whatever this might be.
Communication: My Life Story
by Brooke Schiller on 4 July 2016
My life’s work is centered around communication. Doing more of it, more effectively and illustrating how communication is more than a “soft skill”, but one that leads to real, meaningful business results. But at no other time in my life have I learned more about the practical applicat …
The Four Pillars You Need To Build A Collaborative Enterprise
by Silvia Damiano on 8 December 2015
Collaboration is something we all strive for because it is essential to better business outcomes. An aligned team that is working in harmony is always going to produce better work than what one person can achieve alone. So if we know collaboration works, surely it should be intrinsic …