4 Exercises to Cultivate Empathy Have you ever found yourself in this situation? A colleague reaches out to you, expressing that she's facing emotional challenges. You inquire about the situation, and she shares her struggles, whether from her actions or external factors. In that moment, you deeply resonate with her emotions. Perhaps you've encountered a similar situation, and memories of those feelings flood back, allowing you to empathise with her perspective. If you've ever felt a strong ...

Procrastinating: Don't put off your job search – start as soon as possible to maximise your chances of success. Neglecting Networking: Don't underestimate the power of networking – it's often the key to uncovering hidden job opportunities. Being Passive: Don't wait for job openings to come to you – be proactive in seeking out opportunities and making connections. Neglecting Your LinkedIn Profile: Don't overlook the importance of having a strong LinkedIn profile – it's ...

Being "promotion ready" in an organisation means more than just meeting the basic requirements of your current role. It involves actively cultivating the skills, mindset, and relationships needed to take on increased responsibility and leadership.  The decision makers in your organisation need to have confidence that you're ready - so it's up to you to show them that you are. Imagine yourself at the next level now and start embodying the qualities and behaviours associated with that ...

Embracing the opportunity to showcase your value authentically isn't about boasting; it's about confidently owning your accomplishments and demonstrating your worth with humility and integrity.​it's a critical skill that highlights your contributions and leadership potential within an organisation and to your external network.Here are some top tips on how to do this effectively. Quantify Your Achievements: Provide specific examples of your accomplishments and quantify them wherever ...

In the world of professional networking and career advancement, the age-old adage "It's not what you know, it's who you know" has long been touted as a guiding principle. While connections and relationships certainly play a significant role in success, personal branding is another crucial factor that often goes overlooked. Your personal brand is more than just a catchy tagline And it's more than a polished LinkedIn profile – it's the sum total of how you present yourself, how others perceive ...

The best leaders in the world recognise that they are their most valuable asset and worth investing in. They recognise that in order to lead others effectively, they must first invest in their own growth and development. They dedicate time, resources, and energy to continuously honing their skills, expanding their knowledge, and evolving as individuals.These leaders cultivate the confidence, resilience, and vision needed to navigate complex challenges and inspire those around them by investing ...

Developing mental toughness is crucial for thriving in the face of life's challenges, achieving your goals, and leading a fulfilling and successful life. Resilience allows you to bounce back more effectively from setbacks, failures, change, and adversity.  ▶️ Here are nine ways to develop the mental fortitude to navigate life's challenges with resilience and strength. 1.    Practice Positive ThinkingCultivate a positive mindset by focusing on what you can control and ...

Think positively, and everything will be okay, right? Maybe so, and maybe not. A positive thinker stepping off a cliff will have a bad day. This isn't some miracle device for creating a perfect life experience. While that's true, it is incredibly powerful if you want to experience less stress and more positive emotions.   Positive Thinking Makes You Less Critical   When you criticise others, you needlessly promote stress and anxiety. Being optimistic tells you that if something ...

You negotiate every day with yourself and with others. Your primary goal is to satisfy any conditions that will protect your best interests. Your counterpart across the negotiating table feels the same way.  Here are some proven methods for tilting the odds in your favour regardless of the negotiation you are facing. 1.    Discover your BATNAYour best alternative to a negotiated agreement (BATNA), or backup plan, must be as attractive as possible. This is the path you take if ...

Tips to Help Shape Your Leadership Vision Elon Musk is often described as a visionary - love him or hate him! While not all leaders are concerned with making commercial space travel a reality, they have their visions. How can you effectively shape your vision as a leader? If you want to achieve something, how do you know it's right for you? How do you broadcast that vision? Any vision begins with a desired result. That's all a vision is where leadership is concerned. You are viewing a future ...

Discovering Your Leadership Style   Virgin Group founder Sir Richard Branson has a hands-off leadership style. Instead of letting his dyslexia affect him as a young man, a condition he still deals with today, he let it guide how he decided to run his companies. By his own admission, he surrounds himself with people who are smarter and more capable than him.   It certainly works for the British billionaire. The Virgin Group employs 60,000 people and controls over 400 companies in ...

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Top Tips to Craft Memorable Presentations You don't have to be a public speaking veteran to give a great speech. Here are five tips for developing a speech your audience will remember and enjoy. Open Strong Your audience is most receptive during your opening. Make it strong. Get their attention and have a backup plan. Observe your audience closely and see how they respond to your initial opening. If they look attentive, keep going. If not, have a backup plan you can transition to. You can share ...

Your brand might be stronger than you think, equally you might not be having the impact you want.Blind spots can hinder your success in various ways.Self-Perception Discrepancy:Leaders may perceive their personal brand differently from how others perceive it. This discrepancy can lead to misalignment between their intended brand image and how they are actually perceived by colleagues, team members, and stakeholders.​Overestimation of Strengths:Leaders might overestimate their strengths or ...