All Core skills for everyone pages
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InformationUnderstanding and managing imposter syndrome
Imposter syndrome is something that many of us may have experienced. It’s that feeling that people think that we’re more experienced or knowledgeable than we believe ourselves to be. As uncomfortable as it is, there are things we can all do to build our confidence and believe in what we have to offer.
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Understanding cognitive bias
Cognitive bias is a strong inclination of thought or a preconceived opinion about something or someone. It can be positive or negative. There are many kinds of biases, and most are formed by us without much thought. Learn more about the different types.
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Guidance
Managing anxiety in testing times
The events of 2020 were for many people a turning point in their lives, joining people around the world as a collective for the first time in generations. For some, this change brings feelings of anxiety. If you are feeling anxious, we have collated some resources to support you.
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The effects of racism at work
As part of your role within the retail sector, you probably deal with wide range of colleagues and customers on a daily basis and it is helpful to understand the impact of racism at work.
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Guidance
Talking to your children about race and diversity
This short animation explains how you can have an open and honest conversation with your children about race and diversity.
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Acceptance without exception
Working alongside Cherish Oteka, Stonewall have created a series of films to showcase the lived experiences of LGBT people of colour.
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Guidance
Respecting diversity in the workplace
Treating everyone equally regardless of their gender, disability status, ethnic origin, religion or other characteristics should be a universally held standard. Find out more about respecting diversity in the workplace.
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How to develop effective communication skills
The communication style we use depends on the situation we’re in. It can be challenging to develop a consistent and effective communication style and it may feel uncomfortable at first, but these tips will help you along the way.
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Active listening skills using the SOLER method
Active listening requires the listener to provide both verbal and non-verbal feedback to the speaker and it is a fundamental skill for anyone wishing to build better relationships at work and at home. The SOLER method can help you to become an effective and attentive listener.
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Public speaking - tips for beginners
If you don’t have much experience of public speaking, these tips from Communication Coach Alex Lyon will help you improve your public speaking and presentations skills.
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The science behind motivation
Staying motivated and sticking to our goals is not an easy task. AsapSCIENCE looks at why it is so difficult to stay motivated, and how understanding the science behind what motivates us can help us achieve our goals.
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A personal journey of building resilience from trauma
How we process, respond to and act on events that happen in our lives has huge implications on how our lives develop. Charles Hunt shares his own personal journey of trauma and developing resilience.
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The secret to public speaking with confidence
Caroline Goyder, author and voice coach, speaks in depth about how we can find more confidence within us, if we know where to look.
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The art of good decision making
Decision making can often be daunting with many of us avoiding the decision often because we fear change. Brendon from Brendon.com talks through three perspectives we can use to greatly improve our decision making abilities and the chance of making the right decision.
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Six steps to improving your emotional intelligence
Sometimes emotions don’t make sense, and sometimes being emotional doesn’t mean you’re emotionally intelligent. Ramona shares her experience of growing up, and shows us six steps to become more emotionally intelligent.
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Taking control of your life
In this TED Talk, Patti Dobrowolski invites a new innovative way of how you can take control of your life and reach your goals through pictoral representation.
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What is 'grit' and how to get it!
Grit is viewed by many to be the secret of all success in life - the passion, perseverance and tenacity that helps you achieve your life goals. So how do you develop the ability to have grit?
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Tips for organising your life
Watch this animated video for tips to help you stay organised in all aspects of life, including study, work and home.
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How to motivate yourself to work harder
Peter Sage, an inspirational speaker, serial entrepreneur and renowned coach, shares his insights for helping to motivate yourself and understanding how to work hard on whatever it is you are doing.
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Learn how to haggle better in business
Many people are hesitant to haggle in business. In this animated video, Practical Psychology shares eight simple methods to get a better deal without offending the seller.
