Why you may be hindering your success by taking away the human element.

People want the human touch, it’s a key component in building the trust businesses need to create loyalty. We know from the work of psychologists that the first thing people look for in trusting others is whether intentions are good or evil, selfless or selfish. Only when our brains are satisfied with the intentions of … Continue reading Why you may be hindering your success by taking away the human element.

Book Review: Corporate Rebels By Joost Minnaar and Pim De Morree

Joost Minnaar and Pim De Morree, the corporate rebels who founded Corporate Rebels, have written a book, rightly called, you guessed it, Corporate Rebels. I have been waiting for this book for quite a while. I have been an avid follower of the work of the Rebels on their website (just search for Corporate Rebels … Continue reading Book Review: Corporate Rebels By Joost Minnaar and Pim De Morree

When it comes to experiences, balancing warmth and competence isn’t just about people.

The concept of warmth and competence, the dimensions we humans use to size each other up and decide whether to extend trust and carry on with relationships, was formalized by Susan Fiske of Princeton University fame and has become more popularized by TED star, Amy Cuddy, and Human Brand author, Chris Malone. The idea though … Continue reading When it comes to experiences, balancing warmth and competence isn’t just about people.