Improving Humans Blog
Improving Humans
Insights on psychological safety, resilience, leadership neuroscience, and emotional wellness.
Power over Principle: Neuroscience of How Power Changes Leaders
A brilliant, empathetic leader ascends to executive leadership — and almost overnight, they take a turn. Here's what's actually happening in the brain.
Read →Mental Health Post-Festivities
After a season filled with celebrations and social gatherings, transitioning back to everyday life can feel unexpectedly challenging. Here's how to reclaim your calm.
Read →"I can't believe he said that!" Identity Signaling, Homophily
Why extreme views feel like a shield — and how the ID-ME method helps you navigate conversations without losing your mind.
Read →The "Uncertainty Tax" Bill is Due. How to Repeal It.
There's a hidden cost being paid by your people every single day — in the currency of their peace of mind. It's time to repeal the Uncertainty Tax.
Read →Improving Humans with Psychological Safety
Psychological safety isn't a soft concept — it's the bedrock of every high-performing team. Here's what it actually looks like in practice.
Read →The Fire of Vulnerability
Vulnerability has become a corporate buzzword — but for many, it feels less like a comforting campfire and more like a raging inferno. Here's why that resistance is wired into your biology.
Read →High Performer Resilience: Making Short Work of the Impossible
Traditional resilience advice often misses the mark for high performers. Here's what actually works — and why their coping mechanisms are fundamentally different.
Read →Kindfulness: An Inside-Out Approach to Cultivating Kindness
Kindfulness is a strength-based method of cultivating kindness within ourselves and extending it outward — in three simple, powerful steps.
Read →Trust is Out There — We Just Need to Know How to Rebuild It
When trust is low, everything suffers. But trust is never at zero — and rebuilding it starts with a single, intentional step.
Read →Bring these ideas to your team
Jim delivers these concepts live — tailored to your industry and your people.
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