Does Seeking Advice Boost Perceptions of Competence?

Research Paper Title Smart People Ask for (My) Advice: Seeking Advice Boosts Perceptions of Competence. Background Although individuals can derive substantial benefits from exchanging information and ideas, many individuals are reluctant to seek advice from others. The researchers find that people are reticent to seek advice for fear of appearing incompetent. This fear, however, is misplaced. The researchers… Read More

What is Boredom … erm …

Research Paper Title The Bored Mind is a Guiding Mind: Toward a regulatory theory of boredom. Introduction Boredom appears to be ubiquitous. It affects both healthy individuals and patient populations. It affects individuals of all genders and ages, and from all cultures. It finds us at home or at work. It finds drivers behind the wheel, students… Read More

10 Phrases You Should Start Saying More Often at Work

The wisdom in the management literature suggests that trust is one of the prime motivators that can get you: great collaboration; increased employee engagement; and (lead to) positive business results. So, what is the starting point for trust? Well, in a word, ‘words’ – or more precisely, the words that you use. Within the context… Read More

HR Advice: Severe Weather FAQs

What should I do if I am unable to come to work? You should follow normal absence reporting procedures and, depending on your circumstances, discuss with your line manager alternative working arrangements, such as: Working from home; Working from an alternative work-place; Changing your work pattern; Leave; or Working back the time. What leave is… Read More

What is the Economic Cost of Overlooking Ex-Military Personnel & their Skills?

New research has revealed that the UK economy could suffer losses of up to £1.5 billion in the next five years if service leavers are unable to find employment, or are under employed upon leaving the Armed Forces. The research calculates the direct and indirect contribution of the up to 85,000 personnel that are estimated… Read More

Canadian Armed Forces (CAF) Values & Leadership Principles

Canadian Armed Forces Principles and Values The Canadian Armed Forces (CAF), consisting of the Canadian Army (CA), Royal Canadian Navy (RCN) and Royal Canadian Air Force (RCAF), have a shared code of values and ethics. Principles: Respect the Dignity of All Persons. Serve Canada before Self. Obey and Support Lawful Authority. Values: Integrity: Serve the… Read More

Royal Australian Air Force (RAAF) Values

The RAAF values provide the expectations and standards that all RAAF personnel are expected to display every day. Respect: Air Force People always respect the rights of others. Our people are just and inclusive. We recognise diversity is essential to improve our capability. Excellence: Air Force People demonstrate professionalism, mastery and continuous improvement in everything… Read More