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04/08/2023

Soon it will be that time of the year for any team leader. You have to consider taking your team for yet another team building session. While your team may be performing and all is going well, but it is always a challenge to take your team to the next level. Have buy thought about Emotional Intelligence as part of your team building skills? EQ or EI as it is commonly called is major step forward because as much as your team works well together there are always some issues that linger and do not surface only to burst out once in a while. EQ helps individuals and you especially if you are a team leader to be aware of your own fears and cocnerns as well as your teams fears and how to navigate them and even capitalise on them to be a better team and better individual team member. Here is a short article to set your mind thinking,

Elevating Team Building with Emotional Intelligence: A Guide for Team Managers Introduction:

24/07/2023

If you are looking for a training solution or trainers as part of your Leaning and Development Program, you may get confused between what is a Corporate Trainer and a Consultant Trainer. Often these terms are interchangeably used and there are no clear rules to using these terms. Both types of or trainers and training organizations serve a purpose but the service is often different and the budgets too can be different. For better understanding the differences I hope this blog helps. If you need any further query or information do not hesitate to contact us.

Often we come across these two different kind of labels for training companies when we search online for HRDC Training Providers. Is there a difference and what exactly are the differences? How do we identify the differences and most importantly which of the two options is best suited to your Organi

26/06/2023

Design Thinking is something that has become essential in problem solving and product development. if you are thinking of adding value to your customers in any industry - manufacturing or services then you need to apply Design Thinking. If you are thinking Innovation too then you must start to apply Design thinking. Here is a short writeup on Design Thinking and I hope it is informative for you.

Introduction: In today's rapidly evolving market, businesses face the constant challenge of delivering products and services that truly resonate with their customers. That's where Design Thinking comes into play. This powerful approach to problem-solving and product development has proven to be a

31/05/2023

Here is another short write up on Emotional Intelligence. Here we share a bit more about on Subconscious emotions and even a bit on Primal Instincts. Even these emotions play a part in our decision making and choices we make in our work roles and personal life .

As we all know, Emotional Intelligence is about being aware of our emotions and effectively managing them. However, many people are unaware that emotions can originate from different parts of our brains. The three key sources of emotions are: Conscious, Subconscious, and Instinctive Emotions. Co

23/04/2023

In your workplace sometimes things can go wrong. Or matters get too much or out of your control. When you are just having a bad day at the office. Don't forget what you learnt from Emotional Intelligence. EI can help you navigate the situation and change it from a bad day to a Learning Day so you don't have to carry the dark clouds to your next client or bring it home to family. EI is really about your Mindset. And your Mind is really under your control. Mind over Matter!
Here are some scenarios in the past I have encountered and you can possibly use EI and realize why it is a good mental muscle to develop for your Happiness at Work.
You can never Learn and Practice enough of Emotional Intelligence. So reach out to your HR or just contact us if you need more information on EI.

Emotional intelligence or EQ is a critical skill that every professional needs to possess to succeed in the workplace. It involves recognizing your own emotions, understanding others' emotions, and using this knowledge to navigate interpersonal relationships effectively. It is a vital tool that help

18/04/2023

How was your Day? Same s #*T different day? Or you feel blessed and positive filled with love and being loved. Not is a phony or denial way! We often feel we are just not in control of the situations in our life! That's because we don't realize how important Emotional Intelligence is to us. We tend to overlook it when it is actually our most critical Mind process and we know so little about it. Even less do we practice the techniques to improve our levels of Emotional Intelligence or EQ as it is commonly referred to.

Have you been struggling to stick to your diet or exercise routine, despite your best intentions? Do you find yourself lacking the discipline and motivation to follow through on your goals, such as that morning run you promised yourself you would do? Or perhaps you've been frustrated with your partn

10/04/2023

Every Manager knows by now about Emotional Intelligence or EQ Skills. But not many know how effective it can be to reduce stress related to people problems. If you are leading a team or just a team member here is an article we share with you on how EQ can help with better interpersonal interaction. Don't forget that even EQ Skills need to be updated and re-enforced. The good news is EQ Skills can be improved by attending training workshops or getting the help of an Executive Coach.

By now you must have surely heard of Emotional Intelligence or EQ in short. But you probably think it is a luxury to have that skill and you can still manage your day to day work matters without it. Think again! Perhaps you have mentioned this to your friend or colleagues - The stress that gets to y

29/03/2023

The next time you are thinking of Teambuilding, think again and ask is that really your answer to the challenges your team faces or there is something more deeper. Team Dynamics is about the Psychological reasons why Team members don't gel with each other. Be it personality clashes or differing agendas, there is always some deep seated emotional or Psychological reason why the individuals cannot be 100% aligned yet two other team members seem to get on so well. The answer is Team Dynamics. Good news is it can be addressed as shared with this 2 minute read article with just 3 models for the same. Happy Reading.....

Team Dynamics is NOT Teambuilding. Team dynamics is about personalities and the psychology of why team members are not aligned. Here are 3 Models one can use to improve Team Dynamics. The Belbin Team Roles framework identifies nine different roles that individuals can play within a team, including p

22/03/2023

The 5 Key Objectives Issue Based Team Building Can Achieve for Small Organizations

Issue Based Team Building by Creative beings Consultancy is different from Traditional Team Building. Part of the Team Building for the 2-3 day event is to explore and discover the source of the 'problems' faced in the Organization. And during the team building activities these specific issues are discussed and dealt with. This is not your normal 'flying fox' kind of team building activities. This is also just as fun and activity based but it's more meaningful. The following 5 Objectives are met.
1) Enhance communication skills to improve problem-solving, decision-making, and conflict resolution.
2) Promote collaboration among team members to leverage each other's strengths and skills and achieve common goals.
3) Build trust within the team by creating a positive and supportive work environment where team members feel valued and respected.
4) Increase productivity and efficiency by fostering a sense of unity and purpose among team members.
5) Encourage open and honest communication through team-building activities and workshops to strengthen relationships and improve teamwork.
It is well known you can claim from HRDC for team building. But one must use the funds resourcefully. By focusing on discovering the source of problems and these 5 key objectives, small organizations can create a positive engaged team, enhance productivity, and achieve the next level of Performance.

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14/03/2023

Engineers Transitioning to Managers and Leaders - 3 Critical Mindset Changes

Manufacturing Industries particularly Semiconductor Companies have a vigorous upward movement of Talent in their pursuit of growth and expansion. In the process they need to bump up Engineers to Managers. Often it is the High Individual Contributors who are promoted to Managers and have to assume Leadership Roles. As customary they either have an internal Leadership Development Program or engage external trainers. Traditionally the Leadership Development Program encompasses leadership skills like decision making, problem solving, managing people, communication skills, even Emotional Intelligence (EQ) and other soft skill leadership competencies that are well established in the training industry.

Yet despite this the New Manager more often than not fails at his/her Leadership Role and this is evident by the staff attrition as well as low Employee Engagement Scores. Perhaps it is time to incorporate critical Mindset Change as a learning component in the Leadership Development Program. Here is an interesting article shared for the Learning and Development fraternity to explore the possibility of mainstreaming Mindset Change as part of Leadership Development Programs.

Manufacturing Companies invest heavily on Transitioning Engineers to Managers and Leaders with first-time manager development programs, yet 60% of new managers fail within the first two years, indicating a poor return on investment. The reason for this high failure rate is that these programs tend

08/03/2023

Integrity is so important. In fact generally Managers and Leaders do not realize they have dropped integrity point when they say something but do something else. Often Managers make mistakes yet they do not own up to it and apologize. Yet again, when Management makes promises and the Manager cascades the promise down to the ranks, he/ she does not realize that to the staff the Management face is the Manager they deal with. So when the promises or commitments are not fulfilled, it is the Manager ( bearer of the promises preciously) who loses integrity points. We all need to safeguard our hard earned integrity points for that is a key aspect of our Leadership. Here is an article to share more on integrity.

As a leader, your integrity is not only a cornerstone of your personal character, but also a critical aspect of your leadership style. When you demonstrate integrity, you inspire trust and respect in your team, and create a positive and productive work environment. Here are some tips for showing you

27/01/2023

Emotional Intelligence (EI) can play a significant role in career pathways. EI encompasses abilities such as self-management, self-awareness, empathy, and understanding of social cues, which can help to develop important skills such as networking, communication, collaboration, and problem-solving. With these skills, individuals can transition smoothly through various career pathways and develop the capacity to interact proactively and effectively with employers and colleagues. Additionally, those with a higher EI can often recognize and identify their own strengths and weaknesses and develop a plan for career growth and exploration. Finally, a strong EI can help individuals remain motivated even when facing Career frustrations or challenging assignments.

If you feel stuck on your career path in your Organization you should consider enhancing your EI skills to re-tool or enhance your Leadership capabilities. This can be done by Executive Coaching or attending Emotional Intelligence Workshops. Reach out to your HR Dept and talk to them.

Emotional Intelligence (EI) can play a significant role in career pathways. EI encompasses abilities such as self-management, self-awareness, empathy, and understanding of social cues, which can help to develop important skills such as networking, communication, collaboration, and problem-solving. W...

07/01/2023

If you are a Talent Manager or someone in HR responsible for Talent Development you could be considering how to select the Talent Pool. Often there is no problem as the Sr. Management do the recommendation or the Direct Reporting managers do the needful. But if you do have some challenges or need an Evidence Based Method to do the selection, then you must consider the Assessment Centre as an option to do the task of Talent Pool Selection. This evidence based methodology is fair and unbiased as it is executed by external consultants and psychologist. Here in Creative Beings Consultancy we have a unique and affordable Assessment Centre designed for the Malaysia Market for its affordability and time constraints (4 hours). if you need more information reach out to us. You can contact Arwin Muruga at 012 6173432

Discover the Benefits of an Assessment Center for Talent Pool & Leadership Development Are you looking for a method to create your talent pool? Or a means to identify who to promote? An assessment center may be the solution you need. But what exactly is an assessment center? Contrary to its name, an...

04/01/2023

VUCAH Leadership is needed for the fast moving and everchanging landscape in the Manufacturing Industry. Any Leadership Development must incorporate the VUCAH capabilities in the Leaders training.

13/04/2021

Our Mind is not a simple entity. Just as our Body is made up of many components like organs, muscles, bones, tissues et our mind too has many different parts.
Due to the uncharted nature of the mind ( the mind is Not the Brain) - we are unable to ascertain the components. To better understand the mind we create models to help us manage and control our minds. One such model which the ancients use is as above. This model is based on the different functions of each aspect of the mind.

If you want to change your mindset to enhance your life, it will be good to understand how each part of the mind works and choose the appropriate approach to start working with your own mind.

Don't forget - "Our Mind is our Best Friend as well as Our Worst Enemy."