In this entertaining TED Talk, Shawn Achor brings positive psychology to life. And shows that by changing the lens through which we look at life, it enables happiness to flow more easily. The standard formula for happiness and success is; work harder equals more success equals becoming happier as a result. But this is scientifically […]
A different perspective on multi-tasking for creativity
Multi-tasking conjures up many images in one’s mind. Generally, it’s one of somebody having five arms doing all these different activities at one time. Rather than being a conscious action, it often happens through the necessity to be all things to all people in this fast-paced world we live in. Research suggests that there is […]
Achievement through doing less, is that possible?
This TED Talk by Bethany Butzer shares her background of becoming an “achievement addict”. Her reflections and subsequent research led her to the question, “can we achieve more by doing less?” Bethany distinguishes between 2 types of effort when working for success: Upstream effort – where you are expending a whole lot of energy and […]
8 tips on building teams that people enjoy working for
This short TED series video on ‘The Way We Work’ shares 8 tips on building organisations that people enjoy working for. Your employees are adults Assume that everyone goes to work each day to do something amazing. Simple? But how many organisations introduce systems that treat people like children? The job of management isn’t to […]
Creating happiness at work. How is that possible?
Two billion people worldwide are not happy at work. This short TED series video on ‘The Way We Work’ provides an insight into 4 key areas to increase employee happiness at work. Trust and Respect Trust and respect are buzz words that many leaders and managers promote as being present in their organisations and teams. […]
Can changing your thoughts about stress make you healthier?
Can changing your thoughts about stress make you healthier? In this fascinating TED Talk, Kelly McGonigal shares some research around why the answer to this question is ‘yes!’. But first, think about your experience of stress. What would you say your stress levels have been over the last 12 months? Would they be: Low levels […]
Is our focus on ‘learning styles’ flawed?
The world is addicted to axioms, and the belief in “learning styles” is one such axiom. This interesting TED Talk by Tesia Marshik highlights why this is the case. So first, “what is an axiom I hear you say?”. It is something that is so ingrained into belief systems and generally accepted amongst the population […]
Why are traditional rewards ineffective in our complex work settings?
In this eye opening TED Talk, Dan Pink shares his insights and the science behind why traditional motivation rewards aren’t always effective. He says there is a “mismatch between what science knows and what business does” and opens up the conversation around how best to motivate people. Extrinsic motivation This is the carrot and stick […]
Are you missing out due to getting stuck in a negative mindset?
In this short TED Talk, Alison Ledgerwood shares her research around the social observation of “Why does a failure stick in my head so much longer than a success?” How can you turn a negative mindset into a positive one? The results show a tendency to have a view of the world that is biased […]
Finding a career path with purpose
In this motivating TED Talk, Adam Poswolsky shares his 3 key lessons to find a career path with purpose. His address is aimed at a student audience. With over 70% of employees seemingly being disenchanted with their jobs, Adam presents this talk in an attempt to help future generations avoid ending up in a similar […]
