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 been in a meeting where you hesitated to share an idea, worried it might sound silly? Or avoided admitting a mistake because you feared the consequences? If so, you’ve experienced what it’s like not to have psychological safety. But what exactly is psychological safety, and why…
“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…
The business world’s equivalent of nails on a chalkboard We’ve all been there—stuck in a meeting where someone suggests we “drill down” on a topic or “take a deep dive.” And don’t even get me started on “ping me an email” or “let’s unpack that.” These terms may have…
In today’s digital age, smartphones have become an integral part of our lives, but what are the consequences of this technology on the mental and physical health of younger generations? Jonathan Haidt’s book, The Anxious Generation, delves into the profound effects of smartphone use and social media on childhood…
Want to enhance your communication skills and handle tough situations with confidence? Assertiveness is the key to expressing yourself clearly while respecting others. In this blog post, we’ll explore some essential assertiveness techniques that can transform how you communicate and boost your self-assurance. Understanding Assertiveness Techniques Assertiveness techniques are…
Distraction is something we all wrestle with – even the most motivated among us. It can strike during a conversation, leaving you adrift in thought…or when you sit down to tackle an essential task, only to find yourself lost in hours of internet scrolling. In “Stolen Focus,” Johann Hari…
Would you like to learn how to regulate your emotions? Well, it’s a skill that can be learned with practice. Inspired by Leonard Mlodinow’s book Emotional: How Feelings Shape Our Thinking, it starts with understanding how to accept, reframe, and express your feelings. Step 1: ACCEPT Accept your circumstances. Focus on…
Effective communication is essential for building solid relationships, setting expectations, and working through conflicts. Becoming a master communicator is the key to success in the workplace. Based on the book Mastering Communication at Work: How to Lead, Manage, and Influence by Ethan F. Becker and Jon Wortmann, we’ll share…
In the workplace, there’s a clear-cut difference between ‘hard’ and ‘soft’ skills. Hard skills are the technical, tangible ones: knowing a foreign language, graphic design, bookkeeping etc. Soft skills are abilities that combine interpersonal strengths, common sense, personality and people skills. Although harder to define, measure, quantify, and assess,…
