Psychology

Book review: “Range – How generalists triumph in a specialized world” by David Epstein

“Range – How generalists triumph in a specialized world” by David Epstein – provided both great comfort and sparked inspiration on a number of people development initiatives. If you, like me, have sometimes worried that your multiple professions and experiences in numerous industries left you vulnerable to the appeal of Read More

2020-08-03T09:21:17+01:00August 3, 2020|Kim's Blog, Management Skills|

An introduction to emotional intelligence (EQ) and empathy (Video)

This short (8 minute) video on empathy and emotional intelligence (EQ or EI) provides an introduction. It explains why emotional intelligence is important for personal and business relationships. (Video script - an introduction to emotional intelligence (EQ) and empathy) HI I’m Kim Tasso. In this short video I will introduce Read More

Change management: Your personal transition – Endings, neutral zone and new beginnings

Following my short video on the emotions during major changes, many people said they are feeling disoriented and disconnected during lock down. It’s no surprise as the changes have been immense and the impact of isolation is underestimated. But I recall – from my work as a psychologist and coach Read More

2020-06-05T09:35:24+01:00June 5, 2020|Kim's Blog, Management Skills, Relationship Management|

Soft skills: Introduction to coaching – Three frameworks (Video)

I have produced a 10 minute video on soft skills: Introduction to coaching – Three frameworks. This includes an overview of John Whitmore’s GROW model, the OCM’s SMILE model and the compassionate coaching movement’s Intentional Change Theory (ICT). The video also considers the range of soft skills needed for effective Read More

2025-02-13T10:19:03+00:00June 1, 2020|Kim's Blog, Management Skills, Relationship Management|

Book review: Neuroscience for organizational change by Hilary Scarlett

The book “Neuroscience for organizational change: an evidence-based practical guide to managing change” by Hilary Scarlett is both intellectually challenging and practical. I would add it to the list of recommended books on change management that should be read by those involved in organizational change programmes whether leaders, human resource Read More

2020-05-27T11:51:38+01:00May 27, 2020|Kim's Blog, Management Skills, Relationship Management, Strategy|
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