I’m curious about many things… especially humans!!! Why people do the things they do, what motivates them, what makes people so different,...
Do You Inspire or Intimidate?
Posted By Eila Mikkonen,
23/07/2022
Do you intimidate others without realising it? There is nothing wrong with having a strong personality, independence and determination but most of us would much...
Give Me a Break!
Posted By Eila Mikkonen,
18/03/2021
Is this you? You get up from your desk and take small breaks throughout the day regularly? You do a few minutes of exercise or stretching every hour or two? You often eat lu...
What Kind of Leader Are You?
Posted By Eila Mikkonen,
24/12/2020
Let me start with a simple question... Are you a courageous leader? Or do you just go along with things instead of challenging the status quo? Too often, leaders...
Managers - Your Words Matter!
Posted By Eila Mikkonen,
31/08/2020
Words are more powerful than we realise. They can encourage and inspire. They can empower and energise. But they can also hurt and cause harm. Even a brief interacti...
Do You Know How to Influence Others?
Posted By Eila Mikkonen,
13/08/2020
In times of crisis, people look to leaders for guidance, support and reassurance. One of the most powerful ways to influence others and their behaviour is to lead by...
The Secret Weapon of Great Managers
Posted By Eila Mikkonen,
26/06/2020
Being a leader and managing people is not easy. It can be a delicate balancing act. In my role as an Employee Assistance Program (EAP) counsellor, I often observe managers...
