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A Checklist for Using the SCARF Model to Get Your Head Straight

Posted on by Amy Kay Watson
18
Nov

David Rock, a thought leader in the field of neuroscience and leadership, introduced the SCARF model in his seminal book Your Brain at Work. This book explores how understanding the brain’s natural tendencies can help individuals and teams improve performance, collaboration, and decision-making. The SCARF model, one of the central concepts in the book, offers

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Speak Up! Use the 4-Player Model to Find Something Useful to Say

Posted on by Amy Kay Watson
13
Nov

Listen as a podcast Receiving feedback that you need to “speak up” more in meetings can be both challenging and empowering. It highlights an opportunity to enhance your presence, contribute more effectively, and influence outcomes within your team. One practical framework to guide your engagement is David Kantor’s Four Player Model of team roles. By

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From Overwhelmed to Organized: A Leader’s Guide to Strategic Networking

Posted on by Amy Kay Watson
image shows colorful plastic game pieces arranged on a white surface connected by a network of lines. The game pieces are in various colors such as red, yellow, green, blue, purple, and black, symbolizing individuals or groups connected within a broader network or system. The lines between them suggest relationships or connections, illustrating a network structure or concept of teamwork and collaboration.
07
Nov

Networking can seem like a daunting task, especially if you are an introvert or prefer a structured plan over “mixing.” When you break it down into manageable steps, networking becomes much more approachable. Whether you want to advance your career, grow your business, or simply improve your effectiveness at getting things done, a structured networking

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Navigating Cultural Differences with Your New Manager

Posted on by Amy Kay Watson
Leadership, management and teamwork between CEO and senior manager in a business meeting in the office. Leader and boss working as a team to plan the vision and mission for growth and development stock photo
04
Oct

Working with a new boss from a different cultural background presents challenges but can open doors to personal and professional growth. By applying these strategies, you can turn cultural differences into an asset for your team’s success.

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How to Use AI to Future-Proof Your Career Development

Posted on by Amy Kay Watson
depicts a futuristic representation of artificial intelligence and human cognition. It shows a human head with a brain visualized as a complex network of circuits or neural pathways, symbolizing the integration of AI and human thought. To the left, the circuits branch out, connected to nodes glowing with purple lights, symbolizing the flow of information. To the right, streams of data seem to be converging into the brain. The background is a starry, cosmic space, suggesting a vast, interconnected universe of knowledge and technology.
12
Sep

In a world where change is the only constant, professionals across industries must stay ahead of evolving trends to remain relevant and competitive. Used well, Artificial Intelligence (AI) can be your secret weapon for navigating these changes! In this article I’ll show you how you can use Large Language Models (LLMs) like ChatGPT, Claude, Perplexity,

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