I began my career working for companies that focused on consultative human resources and organization effectiveness. Over the years that followed, I have worked for many types of leaders, and have picked up key lessons along the way — primarily, what one should and should not do to be an effective leader. I recently came… Continue reading Servant Leadership: More You, Less Me
ANUJA NADKARNI/STUFF Perpetual Guardian’s 4 day week trial results are in Trust company Perpetual Guardian has made its four-day week permanent after its trial was a hit among employees and boosted productivity. The company claimed productivity had increased by 20 per cent during the trial, and staff were more engaged and enthusiastic. Perpetual Guardian has… Continue reading Perpetual Guardian makes four-day week permanent
01/05/2018 The Financial Services industry has received the dubious honour of being UK’s most stressed industry[i] In a sector driven by high performance, tighter regulation and constant change it is not surprising that this is increasing the pressure on employees. Nearly two-thirds of Financial Sector employees report that they are working longer hours than contracted,… Continue reading Dealing to Distraction
Research suggests that awe can make you happier, healthier, more humble, and more connected to the people around you. BY SUMMER ALLEN | SEPTEMBER 26, 2018 Starting 15 years ago, scientists have been studying the complex and mysterious emotion called awe—one you might have felt if you’ve stood in front of the Taj Mahal, hiked… Continue reading Eight Reasons Why Awe Makes Your Life Better
A positive mindset isn’t just mental – it can trigger physical changes making you fitter, slimmer, more energetic and less stressed. It will even help you live longer (New Scientist) https://www.newscientist.com/article/mg23931920-600-mind-over-matter-you-really-can-think-yourself-healthier-and-happier/ “OUR minds aren’t passive observers simply observing reality as it is; our minds actually change reality. The reality we experience tomorrow is partly the… Continue reading Mind over matter: You really can think yourself healthier and happier?
Work and life are all-consuming. Or, they can be if we don’t watch out. Many of us are doing complex and demanding jobs, running businesses with demanding shareholders, customers and employees – whilst also juggling our family and personal lives. There’s never enough time or energy to attend to everything that’s on our plate. It… Continue reading Dropped a ball recently? Good!
