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Can science make you a better leader?
Money & Business

Can science make you a better leader?

...climate, and in the UK the lengthy period of instability and change the country faces as it moves towards Brexit, it is likely that the pressures will only increase. This will pose further challenges to the ability of leaders in all sectors to act “with purpose”, yet the requirement to do so has never been more pressing. This article was originally published on The...
Is America better than this?
Society, Politics & Law

Is America better than this?

...better. It has never come to terms with its past. It is unlikely that the incoming Congress and President will be able to mend these divisions, within a divisive climate encouraged by mainstream and social medias. The only salve will be a wholesale change of political culture. This article is republished from Sinead McEneaney's personal blog. Read the original article....
Being Sustainable(ish)
Nature & Environment

Being Sustainable(ish)

...changes that are manageable in their lives to help the environment. Jen's inspiring session is all about ‘progress not perfection’ – the idea being that a lot of people making a manageable change and doing them well, has greater impact than a few people doing them perfectly. Jen's own words: 'We're often short on time, energy, and sometimes sanity, and to top it off...
EDI in research: a collection
Education & Development

EDI in research: a collection

...change overnight. Nor does change occur through purely demographic shifts. It will only change when standard structures of knowledge and power are confronted’ (Reyes, 2022, p. 1). Each page aims at stimulating thought and discussion rather than provide a definitive guide. There are few concerns that cannot be resolved without careful deliberative thought. You can view a...
Struggling in silence: Why we need to talk about autistic people’s experiences of menstruation
Health, Sports & Psychology

Struggling in silence: Why we need to talk about autistic people’s experiences of menstruation

...changes can be particularly distressing for autistic people. This article considers the importance of their experiences of menstruation. ...Why do we need to pay particular attention to autistic people’s experiences of menstruation? Menstruation is a topic that is rarely discussed openly – and the culture of silence, discomfort and shame surrounding it could mean that...
Southwest Donegal: uniqueness and interdependence in 2015
OpenLearn Ireland

Southwest Donegal: uniqueness and interdependence in 2015

...changed in the past 30 years? Explore the articles in this collection . References for this series Regan, C. and Breathnach, P. (1981) ‘State and community: rural development strategies in the Slieve League Peninsula, County Donegal', Geography Department Occasional Paper no.2, University College, Maynooth. Glencolmcille Community website (2013) ‘Fr. James McDyer’,...
English: Personal Experiences
Education & Development

English: Personal Experiences

...Chang amongst others. They discuss the impact of the language; and describe the part English has played in their life. For many of us the language can broaden experiences and opportunities, for others it can create obstacles and become a hindrance. How often do you change they way you speak to adapt to different environments or accommodate other peoples assumptions? Can...
Planning a better future
Money & Business

Planning a better future

...changing jobs, wishing to move up the ladder or return to work after a break. ...Planning a better future is an introductory course for anyone considering changing jobs, wondering how to move up the ladder or return to work after a break, and those aspiring to better things. Transcript If you are interested in studying this course, visit the course website here....