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Unlocking Human Potential – Managing Conflict Better
The theme of the conference was Unlocking Human Potential. What struck me was how many of the sessions were about conflict – whether between people or within yourself.
Should we be getting rid of stuff?
Why do we keep objects? And why is it so hard – even when you want to declutter – to dispose of certain items? If you are trying, like me, to declutter, my best advice is to establish some guidelines for what to keep and what to get rid of, and enjoy the process of reliving memories and reflecting on your future self.
14 Top Tips for Interviewers
Fourteen top tips may seem like a lot, but interviewing is difficult skill to acquire. And when you interview people your decisions have a big impact on their lives, so it is ethical to do the best you can. These fourteen tips come from my many years of assessing candidates. Which ones are most helpful for you?
How to be Interviewed
Your cv has done its job and you’re going to be interviewed. Now what? Well, be prepared of course. And this means being mentally, physically, and emotionally prepared. This is true of all of us, but I think women especially need to do that emotional preparation.
Bravery and Inspiration in the Snow
I love the Winter Olympics – blue skies, white snow, and amazing displays of skill and bravery. What I loved most was that the athletes looked like they were really enjoying their sport and having fun with their fellow competitors – they are inspiring role models for how to live our lives.
Trick Your Brain to Motivate Yourself
I came across some interesting research about the brain differences between people who are usually motivated and those who are more apathetic – you can trick your brain to make it easier to act.