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Welcome to the VUCA world! Or is it now BANI?
Imagine you are a manager trying to navigate a landscape that is constantly changing. You are trying to lead your team through a series of...
Welcome to the VUCA world! Or is it now BANI?
Imagine you are a manager trying to navigate a landscape that is constantly changing. You are trying to lead your team through a series of unexpected challenges and changes. Or perhaps you are an entrepreneur trying to anticipate the future needs of your customers in a world that is becoming increasingly complex and unpredictable. There you go! Welcome to the VUCA world!
Volatile, uncertain, complex and ambiguous
The term 'VUCA' was first used in the 1990s by the US military to describe the challenges they faced after the Cold War. VUCA stands for Volatility, Uncertainty, Complexity and Ambiguity.
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CEOs reveal 5 effective principles of Storytelling
Jobs, a master of storytelling, knew exactly how to captivate his audience. He did not start with technical specifications or sales pitches. Instead...
CEOs reveal 5 effective principles of Storytelling
Jobs, a master of storytelling, knew exactly how to captivate his audience. He did not start with technical specifications or sales pitches. Instead, he told a story. He spoke about how the iPhone would revolutionise the way we communicate, work and play. He painted a picture of a future where we would no longer be tied to our desks, but would be free to work and communicate anywhere.
Jobs' presentation was a perfect example of the "Show, don't tell" principle. He did not just show the audience what the iPhone could do, but also made them feel what it would be like to own one. He used sensory language, created an emotional connection, was authentic and made use of symbolism and metaphors.
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These 10 skills will make your business successful!
Do you occasionally feel challenged by entrepreneurship? Are you toying with a business idea that you would like to realise? Do you dream of success and wonder if you already...
Do you occasionally feel challenged by entrepreneurship? Are you toying with a business idea that you would like to realise? Do you dream of success and wonder if you already have the right skills to write your entrepreneurial story?
After all, running a business is a challenging and demanding activity that requires many skills. Today, it is more important than ever to have the right skills to grow and develop your company. Below you will find ten essential skills that successful entrepreneurs have in common and that are essential in the modern business environment.
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How do you develop 21st Century Skills in your team?
The 21st century is a time of rapid change and development, where technology plays an increasingly important role in our daily lives. This has…
How do you develop 21st Century Skills in your team?
The 21st century is a time of rapid change and development, where technology plays an increasingly important role in our daily lives. This has led to a growing demand for skills needed to survive and excel in the current labour market and society. These skills are often called "21st century skills".
21st century skills are often divided into four categories: critical thinking and problem solving, creativity and innovation, communication and collaboration, and digital skills.
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How do you develop emotionally intelligent leadership?
Emotionally intelligent leadership is the art of communicating effectively and responding to your own emotions and those of others. It helps leaders make more effective...
Emotionally intelligent leadership is the art of communicating effectively and responding to your own emotions and those of others. It helps leaders make more effective decisions, build better relationships and create a more positive working atmosphere.
An emotionally intelligent leader is aware of her own emotions and can regulate them effectively. She can also understand the emotions of others and respond to them in a constructive way. This helps them resolve conflicts, solve problems and create better team dynamics.
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