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How to create a meaningful life in 4,000 weeks
Life is short, and, in the greater scheme of things, cosmically insignificant. Acknowledging this enables you to focus what time you have on those things that are most important to you and to squeeze the juice out of it.
IKIGAI: How to find your career mojo
The Japanese concept of IKIGAI provides a useful model through which to explore career decision making. Often the choices you make don’t take into account each of the 4 dimensions of the IKIGAI model. This may leave you feeling unfulfilled.
#Embrace Equity: How to champion your female colleagues
While tackling structural inequality will have the greatest impact on gender equity, this takes time. As individuals we all have a role to play in creating a more level playing field.
“You’re hired!” How to land that job
Women can be reticent to apply for jobs unless they meet almost all Essential criteria. In the current buyer’s market, many talented, capable women could be successful in filling roles- if only they would apply.
Gender equity: Time for women to be heard
Requiring more vocal men to attend humility training is one way organisations can help develop more constructive and successful ways for men to interact with their female colleagues.
3 ways to reduce your presentation anxieties
Many people experience anxiety before giving a presentation. While this is commonplace, there are a number of things you can do which will help you feel more confident when delivering.
How to escape a job you feel trapped in
What stops us applying for jobs we really want? Often we make assumptions without any supportive evidence – and cheat ourselves out of what could be great development opportunities.
How to create new habits that stick
Changing behaviours and embedding new habits is challenging. Find out how you can increase your chances of creating lasting positive change from the combined wisdom of the habit experts.
How to attract good luck + FREE questionnaire
There are those who always seem to land on their feet, who appear to be born lucky. However are people born that way or can anyone learn to be more lucky?
Why telling your story is so powerful
We all have a story to tell. Storytelling is a powerful way to engage the hearts and minds. It’s cathartic for both the speaker and the audience to understand how obstacles have been overcome and demons faced.
Leadership promotion: How to stay grounded
It’s easy to be lured by the promise of a higher salary and the other benefits that accompany promotion to leadership. Make sure you go into the role with your eyes open. Do your homework and be prepared for the necessary step change.
How to improve your self-awareness
Lack of self-awareness is a key reason some people struggle to progress in their career. Investing time in developing yours will pay dividends for both you and those around you.