Positive deviants are people who diverge from the norm in constructive ways. They make the world a better place. If you’re a positive deviant, this blog is for you.

Hope isnt just a personal resource social context matters, too.

Imagine navigating the vast ocean of life, where your boat symbolises your hope and the …

Want a resilient business? Become a positive leader

If you want your business to not just survive tough times but actually thrive, you …

It takes effort to be a positive leader

Positive leadership isn’t just a buzzword. It’s a whole new way of leading. A positive …

Conflict brain: why your neurons love a good argument

Why do some people seem to thrive on conflict? And why is their anger and …

Unleash the power of intellectual humility in your team

Did you know building intellectual humility can make you smarter? Indeed, a recent research project …

Conversation or trap? Learn to dodge verbal baiting

There’s nothing worse than being lured into a seemingly reasonable conversation, only to discover you’ve …

Are hypnotisable people more flexible thinkers? It seems so.

Does hypnosis really work? And if so, how?  A recent research project provided new answers …

Want to be seen as a strong leader? Show high self-control.

Imagine this: at your workplace, there’s a colleague who’s really into fitness and decides to …

3 rules of verbal self-defense: protecting you from difficult people

Why does the perfect response to a verbal attack always come to you three hours …

Learn how to say ‘no’

Everybody needs to master the art of saying ‘no’ appropriately. That means knowing when to …

People problems? Here’s what to do.

Handling people problems can challenge even the most seasoned manager. It’s frustrating, time-consuming and can …

Unwind and reboot – your guide to a revitalising holiday season

Yes. Another year has flown by and soon it will be time to wind down …