Season 2 – Episode 4: Advice From Rachael Edmondson-Clarke Following the episode on mood, Rachael Edmondson-Clarke returns to delve into the interconnected topic of emotion. While mood is an internal state, emotions are our responses to external stimuli. They can surprise us and disrupt both performance and relationships. Rachael helps us understand why emotions affect us and how we can manage, select, and alter our natural reactions. We contribute with perspectives on DIY, football, golf, and road rage, but fortunately, Rachael offers more intriguing insights that will help you enhance your performance and enjoyment at work. To find out more, contact Rachael, Jimmy or James. … [Read more...]
Master Your Mood – Enhance Your Effectiveness
Season 2 – Episode 2: Advice From Rachael Edmondson-Clarke This week, we are joined by Rachael Edmondson-Clarke, an expert in Leadership Psychology and Biology. Rachael shares some fascinating insights on mood and how it can impact performance. Listen in to understand what mood means, how it affects you, and how you can manage yourself to deliver peak performance. Plus, you can learn which of us is the moodiest. Rachael is well worth listening to as a speaker and authority on behavioural change. She will help you become 10% better at work! To find out more, contact Jimmy, James or Rachael. … [Read more...]
Emotional Intelligence
Season 1 – Episode 23: What Is It and How Can You Develop It? This week, we talked to our resident L&D Guru, Amanda Gilbert, about Emotional Intelligence (EQ). What is it, why should you use it, what are the risks, and how can you develop it? Jimmy was put out by Rishi Sunak's lack of EQ when he trashed the credibility of his favourite trainers. James struggled to see the problem (he still can't spell empathy). If you've ever wondered about EQ and want to learn how to develop yours and improve your relationships, listen on. Sources and extra material are available below. … [Read more...]