Communication without connection is just noise. Controversial, or correct? A growing number of corporate leaders are wrestling with this very question. From employee apps to internal newsletters, many companies are investing in tools to ‘reach’ their teams, but far less are investing in genuine connection. The result? People tune…
What if I told you optimism isn’t just something you’re born with? That you don’t need to be the relentlessly cheerful type to see brighter horizons, even during life’s trickier moments? Practical optimism is less about blind positivity and more about turning hope into helpful action through a positive…
Stress Awareness Month appears on our calendars every April, but what really changes when it’s over? According to the Health and Safety Executive, work-related stress, depression, or anxiety accounts for over half of all ill health cases in the UK workplace. That’s not just a wellbeing issue, it’s a…
Have you ever sat in a meeting and hesitated to share an idea, afraid it might sound silly? Or kept quiet about a mistake because you feared the consequences? If so, you’ve experienced what it feels like to work without psychological safety. But what does psychological safety really mean,…
I recently read an article with above headline which highlights government’s latest attempts to attract more people to teaching through new incentives. But the focus on ‘lie-ins’ in the headline feels frustrating and misguided. Society misunderstands teacher workloads This headline trivialises the real challenges teachers face. When people discuss…
At Understood, we champion the power of a growth mindset. Our training programmes are grounded in the belief that growth and development are essential to success. One of the most compelling ideas that supports this belief comes from psychologist Carol Dweck’s book, Mindset. Dweck explains that how we view…
In today’s increasingly diverse society, the need for inclusive writing has been widely acknowledged, not only for Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DEI) training, but as a vital component of effective communication across all sectors. When accessible language is prioritised, a more welcoming environment is created for all, regardless of…
Do you want to get better at managing your emotions? You can! Emotional regulation is a skill anyone can develop with practice. Drawing on insights from Leonard Mlodinow’s Emotional: How Feelings Shape Our Thinking, this approach starts with three core actions: accept, reframe, and express. These steps form a…
Transport accessibility remains a major issue in the UK, particularly for passengers with disabilities, who regularly encounter difficulties that affect their dignity and safety. Recent news highlights how dire this diversity problem is. Disabled passengers across the country face unreliable support, broken infrastructure, and poor accessibility policies that make…
“Substitute ‘damn’ every time you’re inclined to write ‘very’; your editor will delete it and the writing will be just as it should be.” – Mark Twain In today’s always-on world, we’re flooded with information. That means clear, effective communication isn’t just nice to have – it’s essential. Whether…
