Tag: selfmanagement

Rethinkography: The Clear View Beyond Distorted Perceptions (THOR5033)

“Focus clears the blur, purpose shapes the path.”

The Metaphor: The Blurred Glass and the Hidden Chair

The cover image of textured glass, behind which a simple wooden chair is faintly visible, serves as a metaphor for the challenges within self-management. It mirrors the state in which goals and priorities – symbolised here by the functional, unadorned chair – are present but not fully discernible. The distortion evokes the uncertainties caused by internal and external influences: doubts, biases, emotional blockages, or societal expectations. The aspect of self-management addressed by this metaphor is the capacity for deliberate goal-setting and mental clarity, which is often obscured by psychological haze and toxic mindsets.

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Rethinkography: The Silent Chair – A Metaphor for Pausing, Observing, and Recalibrating Life (THOR5029)

“Pause with purpose, act with clarity.”

The Metaphor: The Empty Chair as a Symbol of Reflection and Mindful Awareness

The cover image portrays a simple, unoccupied chair, illuminated by light, while the surrounding room remains shrouded in shadow. This visual tableau serves as a profound metaphor for the conscious act of granting oneself space – to pause, to observe, and to recalibrate. The vacant chair invites contemplation and mindfulness, embodying the deliberate choice to create a moment of stillness amidst the ceaseless flux of life. It symbolises the necessity of halting the relentless momentum of our daily existence to adopt a new perspective. Within the domain of self-management, this image encapsulates cognitive self-regulation – the capacity to intentionally steer one’s thoughts, emotions, and behaviours, rather than being governed by them.

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Journaling for managers: Esoteric gimmick or serious self-management tool?

What it’s all about

One of the behaviours of highly successful managers is to continuously look for ways to increase their efficiency, improve their emotional intelligence and optimise their decision-making. One method that is increasingly being discussed in this context is journaling. But is it actually a serious tool for self-management, or is it an esoteric gimmick? In this article, we will examine the practice of journaling in depth to assess its potential benefits and its place in a manager’s repertoire.

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The benefits of focus for leaders: An in-depth look

What it’s all about

The ability to focus has become an invaluable asset for leaders considering the demands of the job. Focus is more than just a technique; it is a strategic direction that has profound implications for the efficiency, productivity and well-being of both the leader and their team. The benefits of focus are explained in detail below.

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Efficiency: The bridge between high work volume and work-life balance

What it is about

Executives are often faced with the challenge of managing an enormous volume of work while striving for a work-life balance. Harmonizing both goals seems impossible to most. But a solution exists: efficient work. Efficiency can be seen as the bridge that connects these seemingly opposing goals. But how?

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