The term ‘growth mindset’ was developed by psychologist Carol Dweck. In recent years, many schools and educators have used Dweck’s theories to inform how they teach students. However, growth mindset can also be used to drive an organisation towards success. What does growth mindset mean? Dweck originally developed the growth mindset concept for individuals.…
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What leaders at ‘best companies to work for’ do differently
To be considered ‘best to work for’ means more than just providing many wonderful benefits and perks. It is more about the leaders in the organisation. In fact, it is about how they build and maintain positive cultures that encourage people to do their best and achieve great results.
Read MoreWhy is Emotional Intelligence Important for Leaders?
Emotional intelligence has long been known to be a key component of effective leadership. It is the act of knowing, understanding, and responding to emotions, and overcoming stress in the moment. It is also being aware of how your words and actions affect others. To understand this further, let’s look at what it means to…
Read MoreIs EI the key to landing your next promotion?
Is emotional intelligence the key to landing your next promotion? Related training: Maintaining Wellbeing – 1 Day Course Emotional Intelligence – 2 Day Course Supervision and People Management – 2 Day Course People often ask us if emotional intelligence is just the new kid on the block getting all the attention, or if it will actually help…
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How emotional intelligence impacts leadership Related training: Emotional Intelligence – 2 Day Course Supervision and People Management – 2 Day Course Many people view emotions as trivial from a business point of view, but emotions in the workplace have real and impacting consequences on productivity and the bottom line. Essentially, leaders set emotional standards for the…
Read MoreBuilding team cohesion with emotional intelligence
Building team cohesion with emotional intelligence Related training: Team Building with Emotional Intelligence – 1 Day Workshop Emotional Intelligence – 2 Day Course In-house training Enhance your team’s dynamics using the four elements of self-awareness, social awareness, self-management and relationship management. It’s no secret that team cohesion is a key driver for creativity and productivity in today’s…
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How emotional intelligence impacts leadership Related training: Emotional Intelligence – 2 Day Course Managing Difficult Conversations – 1 Day Course Many people view emotions as trivial from a business point of view, but emotions in the workplace have real and impacting consequences on productivity and the bottom line. Essentially, leaders set emotional standards for the organisation. Good moods help…
Read MoreSeven leadership superpowers managers can use to inspire, engage and retain their Millennial employees
Seven leadership superpowers managers can use to inspire, engage and retain their Millennial employees Related training: Emotional Intelligence – 2 Day Course Supervision and People Management – 2 Day Course Millennials, now in their 20s and 30s, have recently surpassed Generation X to make up the largest part of the workforce in both Australia and the USA…
Read MoreEmotional Intelligence skills: The emotionally intelligent leader
Emotional Intelligence skills: The emotionally intelligent leader Related training: Emotional Intelligence – 2 Day Course Difficult Conversations in the Workplace – 1 Day Course The ability to master emotions, embrace them, acknowledge them and concisely decide how and when to act on them. What is emotional intelligence? Emotional intelligence (EI or EQ) is about your ability to: Identify…
Read MoreSelf-awareness skills: The self-aware leader
Self-awareness skills: The self-aware leader Related training: Emotional Intelligence – 2 Day Course In-house training Self-awareness focuses on what you actually see, head and feel rather than what you interpret. What is self-awareness? Self-awareness means having a really good understanding of your emotions, as well as your strengths, limitations, attitudes, values and motives. Being self-aware also…
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