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.

Using fear of failure to inspire confidence by Eleanor Shakiba

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12 tools for smart trainers: groupwork techniques

Many of the most powerful training techniques have their roots in therapeutic techniques. For instance, …

Curiosity mindset: the creative thinker’s secret talent

If you want to unlock your creative talent, it is time to strengthen your curiosity …

Online workshops

Did you know Eleanor can run an online workshop for your team? Your session will …

Overthinking? Break the habit in 3 seconds

Overthinking is a huge barrier to productivity and achievement. While it’s sensible to think things …

Beating stress with flow theory

In tough times, you’re likely to experience fight or flight reactions. These are adaptive states …

At 15, I joined the local theatre company

Signing up to a theatre group was an unusual choice for a shy, awkward teenager …

Trainers! Change this Zoom setting today

Presenting on Zoom adds an extra layer of complexity to any training course. Not only …

What is culture building? by Eleanor Shakiba

This video is part of a positive psychology series. Find out more about positive psychology …

How I made my Zoom training even better than face-to-face

Presenting online training is tricky. Indeed, before Covid 19 forced me into the online space, …

Building culture is like trying to see a blind spot

If you’re struggling to ‘build’ or restructure your organisational culture, you’re probably grappling with a …

12 tools for smart trainers: experiential learning

Reading about how to do something isn’t the same as doing something. If you want …