Strukturion of Future Thinking
The concept of opportunity costs is often understood as a purely economic principle that forms the basis for economic decisions through calculations and comparisons. However, a deeper look shows that it is also a basic mental attitude that extends far beyond the field of business administration and is deeply embedded in the psychology of human decision-making behaviour.
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Understanding power is a key challenge for managers. Power not only influences one’s own career development, but also the dynamics within teams and organisations. The ability to use power effectively and ethically is an essential component of successful leadership behaviour. In this article, the topic of power is examined from different perspectives: first from a philosophical and psychological point of view, then with regard to its relevance for self- and leadership management, and finally in the context of the changing digital landscape.
In a dynamically changing business environment, managers are looking for new ways not only to lead their teams effectively, but also to increase their well-being and satisfaction. Positive psychology, a relatively young field within psychology, offers valuable insights and tools for this.
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Managers often complain that they have difficult employees. This perspective may seem plausible on the surface, but a deeper analysis suggests that the problem is often not the employees themselves, but rather difficult dialogue situations that managers fail to manage effectively. The inability to have these conversations is deeply rooted in psychological processes and has far-reaching consequences for the manager and the entire organisation.
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In the modern workplace, the way leaders communicate and present themselves has changed dramatically. With the advent of social media, leaders have discovered new platforms to spread their messages, strengthen their brand and engage with different audiences. This development is not only a technological advancement, but also deeply rooted in psychological mechanisms. In this article, we explore why leaders are increasingly using social media and the psychological factors at play.
One of the biggest challenges for any new manager is to build trust and respect with an existing team in the shortest possible time. Trust is the foundation for effective collaboration and successful leadership. Without trust, even the most talented team cannot realise its full potential. This article explains how a newly appointed leader can quickly build trust using psychological techniques, best practices and practical tips.
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Positive leadership is increasingly gaining acceptance as the preferred leadership approach, as it clearly sets itself apart from traditional leadership methods. This approach emphasizes a strengths orientation, the promotion of positive emotions, a sense of purpose, relationship orientation, performance recognition and a holistic approach. These principles, which are based on scientific findings from positive psychology, have been proven to have positive effects on health, satisfaction and corporate success.
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The reflexive loop technique is a helpful tool that leaders can use to significantly improve the organization and efficiency of their team. This method is based on the principle of continuous reflection and adaptation, which enables teams to dynamically optimize their processes and structures and adapt to changing requirements.
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A professional leader inspires, motivates and steers their team towards common goals. But what happens when a manager is inconsistent in their leadership style? This misbehavior has a significant negative impact on the team and ultimately on the entire company. In this article, we will explore the various disadvantages associated with an inconsistent leadership style.
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Conflict within a team is inevitable and can present both challenges and opportunities for growth and improvement. For managers, it is important to know when to intervene and when it is better to allow employees to resolve conflicts themselves. This decision requires a keen sense of various criteria, which are explained below.
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