Performance appraisals are regular reviews of an employee’s job performance and overall contribution to an organisation. Normally conducted on an annual or 6 monthly basis, performance appraisals evaluate an employee’s skills, achievements, and growth. In this blog, we are going to delve into the topic of appraisals and how you can conduct one in the most effective way.
Read MoreWe typically see mistakes as actions that need to be avoided. We sometimes forget that mistakes are not only opportunities to grow, but are at times absolutely necessary for our development. Understanding why we make different types of mistakes can help us turn them into beneficial learning opportunities.
Read MoreWhen a colleague experiences the loss of a loved one it can sometimes be difficult to know what to say to them. This pathway provides some tips on navigating conversations with a bereft colleague and supporting them through their grief.
Read MoreThey say that money isn’t everything, however, our financial situation has the potential to have a huge impact on both our mental and physical wellbeing. Having conversations about the state of our finances is something that we’re generally not very good at. It’s a taboo topic that a lot of people struggle to discuss, even with those they’re closest to.
Read MoreWhat is it that makes us happy? Some may say money, some spending time with friends and family; others may say a promotion at work. Scientists have been exploring what it is that truly makes us happy for decades, and depending on their area of expertise, have all come up with different conclusions.
Read MoreStress is at the centre of many mental health campaigns, workplace initiatives and Government messages; whether that’s increasing the awareness of it, how to reduce it or how to prevent it. But what if we swapped the word ‘stress’ for ‘happiness’?
Read MoreWe all respond to stress in different ways. How well we cope when things are on top of us depends on a number of factors, however, the thing that underpins how we cope with and display signs of stress is our personality.
Read MoreIf you are somebody that works or has worked within the sales field, there is a good chance you have heard of a piece of literature titled ‘The Common Denominator of Success’. Written by Albert E.N. Gray, an official of the Prudential Insurance Company who had more than 30 years experience within the sales development field; the inspiring message is considered one of the most timeless pieces of life insurance literature.
Read MoreOur social circles and who we interact with on a daily basis have a huge impact on our mental wellbeing. It is often assumed that those in our inner social circle play the most important role in our social needs, however, research shows that those in our outer social circles may be just as important.
Read MoreDiversity. It’s a great word when understood and used correctly. However, unfortunately it continues to be a word that is hijacked and overused and, as a result, has become associated with lip service policy and political correctness.
Read MoreThe phrase ‘quit whilst you’re ahead’ is most commonly used when a task has been done to an acceptable standard and then abandoned, to risk messing it up. However, this is not really something you want to strive to do whilst at work and is also something that induces a threat state mindset rather than a challenge one. But what if we were to look at this phrase from a different angle?
Read MoreThere are two types of people in the world: introverts and extroverts. No matter your background, race, sexuality, gender; you’re either one or the other. Whether you’re at the extreme end of the scale or only just over the threshold, due to their nature, it can be argued that introverts have a harder time in the workplace than their extrovert counterparts.
Read MoreUp until about 10 years ago, having a conversation about mental health was almost unheard of. In recent years, mental health has become a more open topic and is now seen as less of a taboo, with it featuring on news reports, at the centre of research and being spoken about on social media platforms.
Read MoreThe world of technology is the fastest growing industry in the world. Technology is now at the centre of everything we do; from communication to gaming to environmental solutions; it is everywhere we look.
Read MoreThe basis of communication is the message we wish to convey. The receiving of that message is then dependent on a few factors: clarity, completeness, the recipient’s mindset and perspectives, and most importantly, our own style of communication.
Read MoreThe Man in the Glass, is a poem written by Dale Wimbrow in 1934. Originally, it was called The Guy in the Glass but over the past 80 years, the wording and phrasing has varied slightly. The message of the poem is powerful and a stark reminder that we will only be at ease with ourselves, if we can look in the mirror each day and accept what we see.
Read MoreTo maintain a Healthy Diet and stay lean you need to ensure you have a variety of everything in your diet such as: Dairy, Fruits and Vegetables, Meats (especially chicken) Fish and Poultry and however difficult it is, try to stay within your calorie range!
Read MoreLearning and development is one the newer disciplines within organisations, however, the amount of changes it has gone through within a short period of time is staggering. The popularity of learning and development initiatives is increasing, and organisations are really starting to see the value in the training and development of their staff.
Read MoreWe’ve all heard of IQ and EQ, but have you heard of AQ? The Adaptability Quotient is the newest quotient on the business block and is quickly becoming one of the best ways to determining an employee’s value.
Read MoreA person’s mindset is a very powerful thing. The state in which our mindset is in can have a huge impact on the way we approach tasks and the chances of us completely the task successfully.
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