Fascinated by the leaders who make impact in the world, companies and politicians with the capacity to inspire, Simon Sinek has discovered some remarkable patterns in how they think, act and communicate. Described as "a visionary thinker with a rare intellect," Sinek has devoted his professional life to help advance a vision of the world that does not yet exist; a world in which the vast majority of people wake up every single morning inspired, feel safe wherever they are and end the day fulfilled by the work that they do.
Something profound is changing our concept of trust, says Rachel Botsman. While we used to place our trust in institutions like governments and banks, today we increasingly rely on others, often strangers, on platforms like Airbnb and Uber and through technologies like the blockchain. This new era of trust could bring with it a more transparent, inclusive and accountable society -- if we get it right. Who do you trust? ...
Being in the zone is when you're mentally clear, highly focused, physically able, and motivated to complete a task. The problem is you're not always at the top of your game. So how do you maximize your productivity when you're not at your best? The answer will surprise you! This talk is ideal for entrepreneurs, corporate executives, individual contributors and all others who have more tasks than time. It will widen your perspective on productivity and provide a conceptual framework to maximize your individual and organizational efficiency. If you don't have time to watch this motivational and thought-provoking talk, then you may be among the people who can use it the most. A former CIO, today Eric Bloom is the president and founder of Manager Mechanics LLC: a company specializing in leadership, business/soft skills, and productivity training. He is also an author, keynote speaker, nationally syndicated columnist, certified executive coach, adjunct research advisor for International Data Corporation, and the past president of National Speakers Association New England. ...
What does make us change our actions? Tali Sharot reveals three ingredients to doing what's good for yourself. Dr. Tali Sharot is a neuroscientist at University College London and the director of the Affective Brain Lab. She is a faculty member of the Department of Experimental Psychology, a Wellcome Trust Fellow, and currently a visiting Professor at Harvard Medical School. Her research focuses on how emotion, motivation, and social factors influence our expectations, decisions, and memories. ...
