By Carli Uys Industrial Psychologist (PS 0151149) Head of Design, Research and Development (MCom Industrial Psychology and MCom Communication studies) We all face various obstacles in our lives, and some of us find it easier to cope or deal with these obstacles than others. We at times experience turmoil, and don’t really know how to cope with the obstacles or change and cannot truly see the meaning of it. David Kessler co-authored two books with […]
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By Carli Uys Industrial Psychologist (PS 0151149) Head of Design, Research and Development (MCom Industrial Psychology and MCom Communication studies) The 4th Industrial Revolution brought about a digital world that provides us with an overload of information. On a daily basis we need to deal with the increase of information and the multiple forms of information. We often find ourselves lost in this digital world and feel like we cannot focus on the task at […]
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By Carli Uys Industrial Psychologist (PS 0151149) Head of Design, Research and Development (MCom Industrial Psychology and MCom Communication studies) Are you happy? Do you enjoy your life? Are you doing what you love? If the answer is no to any of the three questions, then keep reading. We as humans are capable of so much more, but we are so focused on our current reality, that all we see and believe is our current […]
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By Carli Uys Industrial Psychologist (PS 0151149) Head of Design, Research and Development (MCom Industrial Psychology and MCom Communication studies) Every year we are faced with new challenges, and most of the time we feel overwhelmed and have no idea how we are going to face them. We don’t realise that the challenge itself is not the real issue, but our relationship with the challenge is. This means that when we face a challenge our […]
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By Carli Uys Industrial Psychologist (PS 0151149) Head of Design, Research and Development (MCom Industrial Psychology and MCom Communication studies) After a good, but emotionally difficult year at thinking fusion AFRICA, a new year has arrived. We are setting our sights on achieving greater heights this year and to improve as a company. Every year we strive to be the best in our industry, and this requires a lot of focus, dedication, and motivation. This […]
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By Carli Uys Head of Marketing, Research and Development (MCom Industrial Psychology and MCom Communication studies) Communication plays an integral part in the success of an organisation. Employees receive, send and process large amounts of news and information on a daily basis. Communication in the workplace ensures that operations run smoothly, and the quality of communication can significantly affect the results of the work being done. Good communication is an essential tool in achieving productivity […]
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By Carli Uys Head of Marketing, Research and Development (MCom Industrial Psychology and MCom Communication studies) Building your emotional intelligence: Four key skills to increase your EQ The skills that make up emotional intelligence can be learned at any time. There is however a difference in simply learning about emotional intelligence and applying that knowledge to one’s life. In order for one to be able to permanently change one’s behaviour in ways that stand up […]
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By Carli Uys Head of Marketing, Research and Development (MCom Industrial Psychology and MCom Communication studies) According to Daniel Goleman, there are 5 key elements of emotional intelligence: Self-awareness Self-regulation Self-Motivation Empathy Social skills Self-awareness Self-awareness is about being aware of different aspects of the self, including traits, behaviours and feelings. It is the process in which you become the focus of your attention. Being self-aware means that you always know how you feel, and […]
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