A New Crisis Playbook for an Uncertain World
We’re entering a period of unprecedented instability. Is your business prepared? by John E. Katsos and Jason Miklian https://hbr.org/2021/11/a-new-crisis-playbook-for-an-uncertain-world
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Monthly Archives: November 2021
Don’t Underestimate the Power of Silence
HBR article from Vijay Eswaran, the best-selling author and entrepreneur. In this article, Eswaran introduces a practice called the Sphere of Silence, which is a 60-minute routine that is meant to help leaders stay grounded, focused, and optimistic in the…
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The Gift of Silence
A Ted Talk by Nick Seaver titled “The Gift of Silence” discusses the 18 months of silence he and his wife undertook for the purpose of scientific research on meditation. In the video, he explains what silence and solitude do…
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Silence: A Social History of One of the Least Understood Elements of our Lives
This study by Jane Brox examines the role and effects of silence in penitentiaries and monasteries over many years. While silence was once imposed on prisoners as a punishment, it was freely accepted by those entering monasteries as a means…
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Mindful Work: How Meditation is Changing Business from the Inside Out
The world’s most dynamic business people use mindfulness to become happier and more fulfilled at work – and more successful. David Gelles, New York Times business reporter, explains how mindful managers use meditation, yoga, and other mindfulness techniques to boost…
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Power of Silence — getAbstract collection
• Coming to Our Senses, Jon Kabat-Zinn {a classic author in contemplative practice circles} • You’re not Listening, Kate Murphy. {focus on silence in improving communication} • Altered Traits, Daniel Goldman and Richard Davidson {a scientific approach to silence and…
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Silence an opportunity for Finnish tourism industry
An admittedly outlying data point on how Finnish tourism made silence a “capital” virtue. Even so, the idea that silence can be marketed suggests that it is something that humans crave and are willing to pay for. (Article Link)
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Bringing Silence to a Noisier world!
Silence has been a practice and tool that has been used throughout history. Researchers have observed increases in our adrenaline and cortisol in a much noisier world, resulting in high-stress levels. According to a 2006 report in the European Heart…
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Creating an Elevator Pitch
Many burgeoning executives struggle with how to efficiently and effectively tell their stories compellingly. How do we ‘sell ourselves without sounding stiff or pompous but not boring the recipient to tears. The Elevator Pitch is a tool that succinctly boils…
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Why You Need A Better Elevator Pitch
HBR has been a trusted source for CEMBA students. The article is an easy read with efficient, easy-to-follow steps. The author gives a little context on where the term “Elevator Pitch” originated. He also suggests that 118 seconds should be…
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