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It is okay to be angry
It is okay to be angryImagine: you work on a project for months, fully commit yourself and right before the finish line a colleague takes all the credit. It is…
It is okay to be angry
Imagine: you work on a project for months, fully commit yourself and right before the finish line a colleague takes all the credit. It is normal that a wave of frustration and anger washes over you. But is anger really as bad as we often think? Let us explore the importance of being angry and how we can use this emotion to our advantage.
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Anger is a natural reaction that helps us recognise injustice. It is a signal that something needs to change. Scientific research shows that anger, if channelled correctly, can make us more assertive and goal-oriented. It gives us the urge to take action against injustices, which in a professional setting can lead to raising problems that would otherwise go unnoticed.
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The master butcher's apron
"An anchor of leadership" - The story of Patrick, the master butcher. Taken from real life. In the artisanal world of Buurtslagers, Patrick is...
"An anchor of leadership" - The story of Patrick, the master butcher
Taken from real life. In the artisanal world of Buurtslagers, Patrick is known as a master butcher. With his skilled hands, he not only cuts the finest steaks, but he also cuts through the everyday challenges of leadership. But how does he hold his ground? What is the secret to his confident leadership? Patrick's answer lies in something as simple as wearing his apron - his personal anchor.
During a mentorship training course, the concept of 'anchoring' was introduced, a technique often used in neuro-linguistic programming (NLP) to connect a certain state of mind to a physical object or gesture. For Patrick, his butcher's apron became more than a work tool; it is his totem of confidence and responsibility.
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I think you don't fit the picture!
"I think you don't fit the picture." These sentences might seem innocent, but when they come from someone who makes decisions...
"I think you don't fit the picture."
These sentences might seem innocent, but when they come from someone who makes decisions, they can have far-reaching consequences. But how do you know what you think? That is the core of what we will explore, specifically aimed at how we can avoid communication pitfalls and have more impact on conversations in our next NLP Practitioner training.
The difference between thinking and knowing
To start, thinking is a process where we process information and experiences to form opinions, ideas and hypotheses. It is subjective and often influenced by our emotions, prejudices and previous experiences. Knowing, on the other hand, is about facts, information and experiences that we have verified or accepted as true. It is more objective and independent of our personal feelings.
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Is NLP an effective skill for managers in organisations?
As the business world becomes more competitive through globalisation, Neuro-Linguistic Programming (NLP) emerges as an effective tool...
As the business world becomes more competitive through globalisation, Neuro-Linguistic Programming (NLP) emerges as an effective tool that helps managers to learn and manage the business so they can increase their competitiveness in the market.
It is therefore no surprise that NLP is growing rapidly in a business context, as NLP is increasingly recognised as one of the best tools when it comes to communication skills. This is important, as employees are a company's most important asset.
So using NLP skills to maintain a good relationship with employees is crucial.
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The power of internal dialogues: a key to mental well-being
Our internal dialogues, the conversations we have with ourselves, are much more than whispers in our heads. They form the core of our mental well-being.…
Our internal dialogues, the conversations we have with ourselves, are much more than whispers in our heads. They form the core of our mental well-being. Positive self-talk can significantly reduce the harmful effects of stress and anxiety, while negative self-talk can lead to anxiety, depression, and even burnout.
It turns out that how we talk to ourselves profoundly influences our view of the world and ourselves. Negative self-talk limits our thinking, feeds perfectionism and contributes to feelings of depression. That is why it is essential to be aware of our internal dialogues and to strive for more positive self-talk.
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Keynote - the power of the inner child
During his recent talk at the International Sketchnote Camp in Leiden, Karl introduced the inner child as a concept to turn your strength and passion into…
During his recent talk at the International Sketchnote Camp in Leiden, Karl introduced the inner child as a concept to turn your strength and passion into ambition. Karl brought out the passion and creativity of the audience through the inner child.
Karl is a Master Trainer in NLP and is convinced that NLP is an effective tool to understand and change behaviour and thought patterns. In the context of the inner child, NLP and visualisation help, according to Karl, to break through emotional and psychological barriers that keep people from being their authentic selves.
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Testimony of the ultimate challenge: Stand-Up Comedy
Since 1996, Karl Mortier has stood in front of various audiences as a trainer. He has constantly challenged himself. By delving into...
Since 1996, Karl Mortier has stood in front of various audiences as a trainer. He has constantly challenged himself. By delving into visualisation, NLP master training and yet nothing has ever pushed him out of his comfort zone quite like the world of stand-up comedy. Not even when he gave his first singing performance. Entering this domain was like climbing the Mount Everest of public speaking. Today he wants to share his journey with you, in which he pushed his boundaries and took on the ultimate challenge: stand-up comedy.
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