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Navigating today’s job market has become a kind of escape room. If you want the job, you need to be prepared to: Explain how to use a fork and knife on an inhabited island ; without a kitchen, plates, or context. Describe what kind of cake you are - and why. Demonstrate how you would respond politely and calmly to a colleague who is yelling at you in the office, just because they can. What exactly would you say? Complete five IQ tests full of behavioral questions and logical

A new study reveals that viewing original artwork triggers immediate, measurable changes in the human body, reducing stress. But.. How? Commissioned by the national art charity Art Fund and co-funded by the Psychiatry Research Trust, the research was carried out by King's College London and is believed to be the first study of its kind. Participants' physiological responses were monitored as they observed masterpieces by artists such as Van Gogh and Gauguin in a gallery sett

Do you know what a vibraphone looks like? It’s a beautiful percussion instrument with tuned metal bars, similar in shape to a xylophone. When you strike the bars with felt or wool mallets, you get this soft, mellow tone that seems to float in the air. Under each aluminum bar hangs a tubular resonator, which keeps the sound ringing just a little longer - like a gentle echo. The vibraphone’s sound always takes me back to school music lessons: simple melodies, cymbals, and that

At a conference a few months ago, something interesting happened. While most people were hopping from conversation to conversation, there was one person standing quietly near the back of the room. Not shy. Not disengaged. Just observing. They didn't jump into every discussion. They didn't try to “work the room.” But here's what stood out: People kept gravitating toward them. Not because they were the loudest. But because they were the most present. When someone spoke, they li

How important is art in our everyday lives? As children, we naturally explore creativity. We draw, paint, build small objects, and invent imaginary worlds. Our creativity is instinctive : kids live in a state of endless curiosity and imagination. But as we grow up, many of us lose touch with that ability. Responsibilities take over: school, work, career goals, deadlines. Little by little, creativity falls to the bottom of the priority list. And in today’s digital era, this di

In 2025, Alex, a 43-year-old professional, playfully called himself a “dinosaur.” He had spent days sending applications online, only to face AI-driven assessments, video interviews, and automated rejections. Ghosting was everywhere. The tools were impressive , but Alex quickly learned an important lesson: AI without strategy is just AI! - Like falling off a bike, all the tech in the world can’t help if there’s no plan. Determined, Alex adapted with courses on AI tools, poli

Wait… what on earth are FOMO, JOMO, and FOBO : and why do they sound like a new boy band?! FOMO - Fear of Missing Out You know the feeling. Your phone dies for ten minutes and suddenly you're convinced everyone's living their best life without you. FOMO thrives on Wi-Fi and panic - it’s the art of scrolling through everything, just in case something important happened ; news, messages, random accounts you don’t even remember following ; just in case something life-changing

Have you ever felt invisible at work? You' re not alone... Research shows that nearly 30% of employees have felt unseen , while 27% have experienced being outright ignored . Beyond these feelings of invisibility, many of the - invisible skills- that keep teams running smoothly - collaboration, empathy, adaptability , often go unnoticed, too. The truth is, large organizations often don’t do a great job of recognizing individual employees . Your contributions might be impres

Sometimes I ask myself: where do I fit in the digital age? I still remember the days of CDs and still Walkmans, which probably says a lot about my generation. But I also believe that experience brings a unique perspective and adaptability - something valuable in today's rapidly evolving society. I remember when I first started on the job market - finding a job was quite difficult. Back then, everything seemed to depend on who you knew : someone who could recommend you for a g

Just thinking out loud: who's really shaping the future : the ones using AI to boost their thinking, or the ones letting it think for them? I’ve noticed more people turning to chatbots for almost every part of daily life. AI doesn’t replace thinking ; it demands better thinking. Working with AI is like going to the intellectual gym: it pushes you to think more critically, ask questions, and spot nonsense faster than ever. It's no longer about having all the answers, it's ab

I’m sharing my brief presentation on steps to take when addressing performance issues and effective approaches to performance management. Enjoy the session! https://www.canva.com/design/DAGsBCgyuoM/fO5JIEFHhMyZ7vlu3iV95Q/edit?utm_content=DAGsBCgyuoM&utm_campaign=designshare&utm_medium=link2&utm_source=sharebutton (photo AI)

This is a beautiful story about resilience. My husband is a passionate sports enthusiast, especially when it comes to running. He uses it not only to stay active but also as a way to connect with others. He often runs with different people, enjoying the conversations, sharing experiences, and encouraging each other along the way. For his fifth half marathon, he trained hard and created a solid plan to beat his previous time. Everything was going well, but after the 17th kilom

What is resilience? Resilience is the capacity to navigate and recover from life's challenges, reflecting a person's overall...

Now that summer’s behind us, it’s time to welcome autumn. Honestly, I really love this season - just after spring, which will always be...

At this moment, many companies are still unsure how best to deal with AI in recruitment , whether it’s applications being reviewed and rejected by AI, AI being used as note takers, or AI writing rejection emails. Homogeneous AI-based (non‑human) interactions versus human‑led interactions are difficult to combine. Of course, we must be aware of how to manage candidate engagement and frustration. Sometimes it feels like hitting a wall that won’t budge, no matter how many times

"When I started at the company, I was eager to grow. The role offered new challenges and the opportunity to learn alongside experienced professionals. For the first few months, it felt like the right place. But as time passed, the initial enthusiasm gave way to something far more difficult- a growing sense that I was becoming invisible". 🚩 When Red Flags Start to Appear It began subtly. My name was repeatedly misspelled by some colleagues, despite correcting them multiple ti

In today’s data-driven world, HR can’t just rely on gut feelings anymore. Tracking the right HR metrics gives organizations , whether big...

Today, I came across a humorous LinkedIn post about candidates cancelling interviews with surprisingly creative excuses, or attending...

Lately, I’ve been reflecting on the importance of networking. It’s clear that staying connected, sharing ideas, and supporting each other...

The Transformative Power of Art. Art is often seen as a form of decoration or entertainment, but its impact runs far deeper. Across...