Leadership Tip
How to overcome your blind spots
1 June 2022
We all have blind spots – otherwise known as cognitive biases – but how can we overcome weaknesses which, by definition, we’re unaware of? Start by recognising that full self-awareness lies at the core of great leadership, and take steps to remove your... read more
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How to develop your emotional agility
22 May 2022
Everyone has felt critical, doubtful, or scared, even at work - and attempting to minimise or ignore such emotions can amplify them. Effective leaders neither buy into nor try to suppress their inner experiences - instead, they develop "... read more
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How to manage someone you are not too keen on
18 May 2022
Most of us probably gravitate towards direct reports who act nice and do not deliver bad news. But it is often those who provoke or challenge us - the people we like less - who prompt new insights and help propel the team to greater success.... read more
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How to say no to pointless meetings
11 May 2022
The corporate world loves meetings. For employees whose schedules are chock full of them, the sentiment is more complicated: Every hour dedicated to discussing work is time spent not actually doing it. While breaking the cycle of too-many meetings can... read more
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How to say no to extra work
4 May 2022
Learning to turn down tasks at work when you do not have the bandwidth is not easy. For many of us, saying 'no' to a request for help interferes with what we think of as being helpful, friendly, and cooperative. Rest assured, communicating what you... read more
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How to ask for a raise amid inflation
25 April 2022
As we all navigate the new, more expensive, supply-chain-snarled world amid the Great Reshuffle, workers do not perceive themselves as having as much leverage as they once did. So when and how are the best ways to ask for more money? Try these tips... read more
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How to identify if you need to work on your emotional intelligence
20 April 2022
Emotional intelligence can be strengthened over time with commitment and discipline. But those who most need to develop it often realise that too late. So here are some telltale signs that you need to work on your emotional intelligence: You... read more
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How to get unstuck in your career
13 April 2022
In life and work, sometimes you just feel stuck. You may find yourself questioning if your current job is what you really want to do. When you start to become restless, you should take a step back so that you can have a clearer picture of what's ahead.... read more
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How to be more productive
6 April 2022
Our productivity at work often ebbs and flows based on several factors, such as stress and fatigue. That's why becoming more in tune with what makes us more (or less) productive can help boost our performance. Where do we begin? Building in downtime can... read more
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How to find extra time each day to do what you love
30 March 2022
By implementing certain tried-and-true tactics, you can carve out ample time for yourself each day to read, go to the gym, watch a movie or do whatever relaxes you. Here are four time-saving steps you can take: Prioritise. Learn to put... read more