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Beyond the Spotlight: Unravelling the Hidden Truths of Survivorship Bias
https://steeringpoint.ie/worklife/beyond-the-spotlight-unravelling-the-hidden-truths-of-survivorship-bias/“Survivorship bias is a subtle yet pervasive cognitive oversight that significantly impacts our understanding of success and failure. Often going unnoticed, it affects various areas, from entrepreneurial ventures and the entertainment industry to our everyday decisions and scientific research methodologies.”
The Progress Principle: or How to Stop Worrying and Celebrate the Small Wins
https://steeringpoint.ie/worklife/the-progress-principle-or-how-to-stop-worrying-and-celebrate-the-small-wins/“Just because you know you should be encouraging, open, attentive, patient and generous doesn’t mean there aren’t times you fall short. How we are on our worst day says a lot more about our character than who we are on our best. So basic as it may seem, try to pay active attention going forward, self-assess. Ask yourself, “am I actually enacting all the positive management traits I know and believe in? Am I practising what I preach? If not, can I start now?””
From Oracles to Algorithms: A Golden Age of Prediction
https://steeringpoint.ie/worklife/from-oracles-to-algorithms-a-golden-age-of-prediction/“Even though the settings have changed—with glass skyscrapers replacing ancient temples—our innate desire to predict the future remains unwavering. We’ve shifted from seeking guidance from oracles to heeding the insights of modern-day experts: economists, scientists, and statisticians. The unpredictable nuances of geopolitics and the intricate web of global economies underscore the challenges of forecasting.”
Des Bishop on the Art of Comedic Performance
https://steeringpoint.ie/podcast/des-bishop/A native New Yorker, Des Bishop moved from Queens to Ireland in his mid-teens in 1990. He first came to prominence with his TV series ‘The Des Bishop Work Experience’ (2004), where he lived on minimum wage in a series of different jobs in Ireland. Mixing this documentary footage with stand-up, the series became one […]
The Emerging Power of HRDs: A Paradigm Shift in the Corporate Hierarchy
https://steeringpoint.ie/worklife/the-emerging-power-of-hrds-a-paradigm-shift-in-the-corporate-hierarchy/“In this revealing blog post, we explore why, contrary to these predictions, HRDs have emerged as key players in the corporate hierarchy and how they’ve successfully carved a niche for themselves at both C-Level and D-Level. The narrative that unfolds is a testament to the unexpected evolution of power dynamics in the corporate world.”
AI and the Future of Work
https://steeringpoint.ie/worklife/ai-and-the-future-of-work/The explosive unveiling of ChatGPT at the end of last year set the professional world alight with questions regarding the role AI will play in the future of work. For many in the creative industry, the instant reaction was one of fear and despondence.
How to raise happy and successful children
https://steeringpoint.ie/podcast/david-coleman/Dr David Coleman is a clinical psychologist who specialises in children, teenagers, and emotional and psychological development. David is also an Adjunct Associate Professor in the School of Psychology in UCD. He has over 20 years experience in child psychology and has used this expertise in his regular parenting segment on Today with Claire Byrne […]
Building A Resilient Workforce : The Power of A Growth Mindset
https://steeringpoint.ie/worklife/building-a-resilient-workforce-the-power-of-a-growth-mindset/“Developing a workforce characterised by a strong growth mindset, resilience, and determination can be achieved through strategic use of reward systems and effective management. One key area which can contribute to employee’s intrinsic motivation is praise.”
Skills-Based Hiring: Transforming Ireland’s Employment Landscape
https://steeringpoint.ie/worklife/skills-based-hiring-transforming-irelands-employment-landscape/“As the labour market evolves, organisations have been reconsidering the importance and relevance of degree qualifications in their hiring practices. A trend known as “degree inflation,” which saw an increase in job descriptions requiring degrees even when the roles hadn’t changed, was particularly evident in the early 2000s. However, the trend experienced a reset in the aftermath of the 2008-2009 Great Recession, reducing degree requirements across numerous roles.”
Navigating New Leadership: A Guide for Employees when a Boss or CEO Changes
https://steeringpoint.ie/worklife/navigating-new-leadership-a-guide-for-employees-when-a-boss-or-ceo-changes/“Successfully navigating a leadership transition requires a proactive approach to ensure continued productivity and career satisfaction. How do you build a relationship with a new leader? How do you help ensure a smooth transition? In the worst case scenario, how do you spot a leader who isn’t going to serve you and what can you do to counter that?”
The Hero’s Journey
https://steeringpoint.ie/worklife/the-heros-journey/“By harnessing the power of the hero’s journey, companies can craft marketing campaigns that are more than just advertisements. They become engaging narratives that customers can connect with on a personal level. This emotional connection fosters brand loyalty and encourages customers to see your product or service as an essential part of their transformative journeys.”
Bouncing Back from Professional Failure
https://steeringpoint.ie/worklife/bouncing-back-from-professional-failure/Striving for excellence is all well and good, but perspective is vital. To function at any decent level consistently requires an understanding that all things cannot be well at all times, and that the moments in which we fall short of our own or others’ standards are opportunities for learning.
