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Brain for Business

Brain for Business

The Brain for Business podcast takes the lessons from evidence-based academic research in the brain, behavioural and organisational sciences - neuroscience, psychology, behavioural economics and more - and brings them to life for a business and organisational audience. Over the series we will speak to a range of neuroscientists, psychologists, behavioural economists, researchers and organisational practitioners, and look at some of the key aspects of human behaviour relevant to business and

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Series 1, Episode 36: Surely Political Correctness is...

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2021/11/17

In a 2015 article, Professor Jack Goncalo and colleagues explored the impact of “political correctness” on creativity in work groups. At the time the findings – that political correctness is actually good for creativity - were so controversial that the article was rejected numerous times before finally being published in the leading journal in the field.So why – and how – is political correctness actually good for creativity? We explore this and more with Professor Goncalo.Article link:

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Series 1, Episode 35: So... what really did happen...

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2021/11/03

Before the Covid-19 pandemic struck, remote working including working from home was in some cases a luxury and in others a case of organisational trial and error. Yet for many around the world, in March 2020 remote working became a necessity, imposed both by governments and employers.In a recent report published in the prestigious journal Nature Human Behaviour (https://www.nature.com/articles/s41562-021-01196-4), a team from Microsoft explored data from over 60,000 Microsoft employees to analyse

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Series 1, Episode 34: Do teams and groups...

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2021/10/20

The impact of bias on individual decision making has been widely explored, yet we actually do not know so much about how bias and discrimination happen in teams and groups. In this episode of Brain for Business, Brain for Life, behavioural economist Professor Vessela Daskalova of University College Dublin, tells us about her own experimental research into role of social identity and the “in-group/out-group” bias in group decision making.Professor Vessela Daskalova is an Assistant Professor of

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Series 1, Episode 33: The unique challenges of...

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2021/10/06

Policing organisations and the challenges they face are in many ways unique. So what are the implications for leadership and for those in leadership roles in policing?Dr Victoria Herrington is Director of Knowledge at the Australian Institute of Police Management in Sydney. Vicki has spent a career in applied, academic and neo-academic organisations across the UK and Australia and is an active researcher in the field of criminology with a deep commitment to interdisciplinarity. Hosted on Acast

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Series 1, Episode 32: Why are we so afraid of the...

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2021/09/22

The menopause is a normal part of the human lifecycle for approximately 50% of the population, but all too often those experiencing the menopause are left unsupported by both their employers and society more broadly. Yet this should not be case: simple steps can help to make a huge difference for those experiencing this entirely natural and normal process.Jo Brewis is Professor of People and Organisations in The Faculty of Business & Law at the Open University Business School.Her research interests

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Series 1, Episode 31: What is the real impact of...

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2021/09/08

Working long hours can, for some, be a badge of honour proving to themselves and the world how important and irreplaceable they really are. Yet the longer-term consequences and impacts of consistently working long hours are devastating for health and well-being. In this episode of the Brain for Business, Brain for Life podcast we talk to Dr Frank Pega of the World Health Organization (WHO) who outlines the shocking findings of research he has undertaken with a global team of experts into the

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Series 1, Episode 30: What will happen to...

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2021/07/14

As societies begin the gradual return to office work after the worst of Covid has passed, what will be the impact on productivity of renewed commutes, travel and associated stress? In a recent article, Professor Wlad Rivkin and colleagues explored exactly this and challenged the assumption that a return to “normal” work will be beneficial.Dr. Wladislaw (Wlad) Rivkin is an Associate Professor in Organizational Behavior at Trinity Business School. His research focuses on how self-regulation affects

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Series 1, Episode 29: A masterclass in resilience and...

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2021/06/30

Originally from The Netherlands, Sacha had an accomplished career as learning & development professional spanning the energy and technology sectors for organisations including Shell, LinkedIn and Oracle. Yet in 2015, suddenly and completely unexpectedly, everything changed. Since that time Sacha has grappled with disability and overcome significant adversity. Along the way she has become a rights campaigner and re-established her career, recently being appointed as Vice President of Global

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Series 1, Episode 28: Is there a dark side to...

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2021/06/16

In modern mythology, most particularly that of Silicon Valley, failure and entrepreneurship go hand-in-hand. But is that always the case? And is there a “dark side” to entrepreneurial failure?Dr. Jeffrey Overall is an associate professor of entrepreneurship and strategy in the Faculty of Business and Information Technology at the University of Ontario Institute of Technology. He has held professorships at Nipissing University, Ryerson University, and Leibniz Universität Hannover.He has over 20

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Series 1, Episode 27: Exploring the challenges of...

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2021/06/02

Over recent years many countries and organisations have introduced legislation and policies to support whisteblowers, yet the challenges remain. Although a vital function of any organisation, whistleblowing can have significant personal and professional impacts. In this episode we speak to Professor Kate Kenny of NUI Galway about her research into whistleblowing and discuss both the challenges and opportunities.Kate Kenny is Professor of Business and Society at National University of Ireland

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Series 1, Episode 26: Why do organisations fail? With...

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2021/05/19

At a certain point all organisations are destined to fail, or are they?In a recent article, Professor Charles McMillan and colleagues explored some of the reasons why organisations fail and considered, in particular, three levels at which organisational failure can occur. We discuss these further with Professor McMillan in this episode of Brain for Business, Brain for Life.Professor Charles J McMillan, Professor of Strategic Management and International Business at York University in Toronto.

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Series 1, Episode 25: Brain for Business, Brain for...

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2021/05/05

Little did we know when we kicked off Brain for Business 12 months ago how the year would turn out. So much has happened, and yet so much of our normal, everyday lives has been prevented from happening by Covid and associated restrictions.To reflect on the past year and everything that has happened in the world of the brain and behavioural sciences we are re-joined by Professor of Experimental Brain Research, Trinity Institute of Neurosciences (TCIN), Professor Shane O’Mara. Professor O’Mara also

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Series 1, Episode 24: The evolution of "productive...

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2021/04/21

In a recent article discussing the evolution of organisations, Professor Francisco Brahm and colleagues draw upon cultural evolution theory to explain their growth. But what does this tell us about how organisations have evolved and what makes them effective and productive?Francisco is Assistant Professor of Strategy and Entrepreneurship at London Business School. His research focuses on two key aspects of organisations. First, their nature: the essential forces that explain their origin and

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Series 1, Episode 23: What does serendipity have to...

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2021/04/07

While we might like to think that innovation is a rational and considered process with a clear formula for success, the reality is somewhat different. Trial & error, failure and even serendipity all play a crucial role in the innovation process and recognising the value of these is more important than ever.Dr Wendy Ross is a Senior Lecturer at London Metropolitan University. She is particularly interested in serendipity and its role in creativity and innovation. Her research explores how we can

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Series 1, Episode 22: Understanding radicalisation...

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2021/03/24

In times of great turmoil and uncertainty radicalisation can emerge as a real challenge. Yet what is it that really drives radicalisation and how can we better support de-radicalisation?Based in Stockholm, Robert Örell is an internationally sought-after trainer, speaker, workshop facilitator and expert in the field of radicalisation, disengagement, and intervention.Robert Örell has two decades of experience in the field of disengagement and exit work and has led Exit programs in Sweden and in the

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Series 1, Episode 21: Increasing diversity in the...

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2021/03/10

It is sometimes claimed that more needs to be done to increase diversity in the tech sector, yet beyond rules and legislation, what tools do we actually have to help that make that change a reality? Perhaps the answer lies in behavioural science and the application of approaches from that field to help drive greater change.Nurit Nobel is co-founder and CEO of Impactually, a management consultancy which applies behavioural insights to create business and societal impact. In addition, Nurit is

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Series 1, Episode 20: Is there a better way to deal...

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2021/02/24

In a recent article Professor Ian McCarthy and colleagues argue that “Many organizations are drowning in a flood of corporate bullshit, and this is particularly true of organizations in trouble, whose managers tend to make up stuff on the fly and with little regard for future consequences.” So what are the implications of this? And is there a better way to deal with organisational bullshit?Ian McCarthy is the the W.J. VanDusen Professor of Innovation and Operations Management at Simon Fraser

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Series 1, Episode 19: Exploring neuroscience for...

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2021/02/10

While the topic of neuroscience might seem daunting, in this episode we are joined by Professor Eric Chudler of the University of Washington who believes that even young children can be introduced to the wonders of the brain and start to appreciate how amazing and intriguing our brains really are.Professor Eric Chudler is Research Associate Professor in the Department of Bioengineering at the University of Washington in Seattle and is Executive Director and Education Director at the Center for

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Series 1, Episode 18: How do influencers "influence"?...

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2021/01/27

In the modern era of social media it seems as though we are surrounded by influencers all trying to grab our attention. In this episode we explore some of the science behind how influencers actually "influence" us , and along the way try to make sense of the madness that is "virtual influencers"!Sara Kennedy is the Founder of Uplift Marketing and an award-winning marketing professional and an expert in content marketing, social media marketing and digital performance marketing. She is an Adjunct

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Series 1, Episode 17: Is there a “psychology of...

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2021/01/13

At its core, innovation is an innately human process involving individuals, teams and organisations striving to do things better and find better solutions. Consequently, while processes and technology are vital to innovation, just as crucial is an understanding of the psychology of innovation and the way that individuals, teams and leaders can become more creative and innovative. So what then is the psychology of innovation? In this episode we are joined by Professor David Cropley of the

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