Curiosity Has Nine Lives

Why is this adage dangerous? It paints a negative picture of inquisitiveness; when being curious is the very stuff of innovation and creativity. Curiosity is different to intelligence. It’s possible to have high IQ with a low curiosity quotient.Why be curious? ... Read the rest of this article »

Look For The Second Right Answer

When making decisions or solving a problem, instead of leaping onto the first solution that comes to mind, why not engage in a structured brainstorm for a most elegant solution, and here’s how. ... Read the rest of this article »

How To Motivate With Towards Vs. Away-From Language

All human behaviour is driven by moving towards pleasure or away from pain. ‘Away-from’ people are motivated to move away from what they DON’T want. ‘Towards’ people are motivated to move towards what they DO want. Both ‘towards’ and ‘away-from’ individuals may seek the same goal, they are just motivated differently.How to spot ... Read the rest of this article »