We’re delighted to have you as part of our team. Here are some inspirational videos that we love!
Tom: Video 1
Back when I was a teacher and a coach, this video provided me with most comprehensive answers to so many of my questions. This is a TED Talk from the legendary UCLA English Teacher and Basketball Coach, John Wooden.
Tom: Video 2
This video is a must see for anyone who communicates with children - who knew giving praise could be so dangerous? This is an animated video which clarifies the Stanford University Professor Carol Dweck’s theory of a ‘Growth Mindset’.
Tom: Video 3
My final video is advice on how to act in a leadership position, and why being accountable (taking the blame for mistakes), is a freeing concept to live by. This is an intense Ted Talk from retired Navy Seal Team Commander, Jocko Willink.
Jack: Video 1
My first video is from professor of psychology Damian Hughes. I initially found Damian after reading his book called ‘The Barcelona Way’, and have been interested in his work ever since. This video explores the different ways we can all give feedback.
Jack: Video 2
In this Ted Talk, Olympian Matthew Syed discusses the idea of ‘Black Box Thinking’. In this clear, concise, and entertaining talk, Matthew drills down into the concept of embracing our mistakes and using them to inform our future actions.
Jack: Video 3
Last but not least, here is Simon Sinek discussing his book ‘The Infinite Game’. Simon has written a host of books on leadership and business and in this video he poses some ‘bigger picture’ questions. My favourite is how can you win a game if it never ends?