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Using Value Maps in Coaching (Practical Guide)

Introducing the Values Card Game Dr. Emeric Lebreton, an expert in the psychology of [...].

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What are the primary or basic emotions?

1. What is Robert Plutchik's theory of emotions? Robert Plutchik, renowned psychologist, [...]

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HR question: what is "full remote"?

1. What are the advantages of full remote? Full remote [...]

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1. Motivation at work: a central element in professional dynamics Motivation [...]

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Total demotivation at work: what to do? What to do?

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Psychological test: are you a deconstructed woman?

What is a deconstructed woman? A deconstructed woman is someone who questions her [...].

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Test: are you a climate skeptic?

What is a climate skeptic? A climate skeptic is a person who questions or [...]

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AI vocabulary: what is a prompt?

1. AI: examples of simple prompts on Chatgpt and Midjourney Here are a few simple examples [...].

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Ten examples of cognitive biases to watch out for

1. Confirmation bias Confirmation bias refers to the tendency to favor, [...]

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What are the values of a trainer?

1. Empathy, an important trainer value Empathy is at the heart of effective teaching. A trainer [...]

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What Christmas present should you give one of your colleagues?

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