Behaviour Matters, The Jigsaw Discovery Blog
Behaviour Matters is here for anyone with an interest in behaviour, and the link between self-awareness, wellness, and performance. Our blogs discuss current challenges and educate the audience with research findings, thought leadership, alternative perspectives.
Change Management
AI is changing what workplaces will reward
Look at what people are rewarded for in the workplace, and you’ll get a more honest account of what an organisation values than any carefully worded statement of corporate values can offer. Communication, adaptability, and sound judgement may all be praised, but the...
Communication
The Hidden Cost of Workplace Harmony: A Neurobehavioral Lens on Decision-Making and Team Dynamics
Picture a scene that plays out in corporate boardrooms and Zoom channels every day: An executive proposal is presented, a few heads nod in sync, and nobody raises a serious objection. The chair asks whether everyone is aligned, and the ensuing silence is registered as...
Effective Teamwork
The Hidden Cost of Workplace Harmony: A Neurobehavioral Lens on Decision-Making and Team Dynamics
Picture a scene that plays out in corporate boardrooms and Zoom channels every day: An executive proposal is presented, a few heads nod in sync, and nobody raises a serious objection. The chair asks whether everyone is aligned, and the ensuing silence is registered as...
Hybrid Working
Addressing Communication Imbalance
When hybrid work first became the norm, many organisations felt confident they’d found the perfect balance between flexibility and productivity. Employees could structure their working day more naturally, office footfall could be managed more efficiently, and the...
Leadership
The Accidental Manager: When Being Good at Your Job Isn’t Enough
The accidental manager is a familiar figure in many organisations. They are highly skilled in their role and have shown that the organisation can rely upon them. As a result, they are promoted into management. They are then expected to delegate, motivate a team, give...
Personal Development
AI is changing what workplaces will reward
Look at what people are rewarded for in the workplace, and you’ll get a more honest account of what an organisation values than any carefully worded statement of corporate values can offer. Communication, adaptability, and sound judgement may all be praised, but the...
Customer Service & Selling
Why AI will never completely take over UK workplaces
Just in the last twelve months, AI has made incredible strides. From automating mundane tasks to providing sophisticated analytics, AI’s contributions cannot be understated. However, a fundamental truth remains amidst this technological revolution: AI will never...
Wellbeing and Resilience
Performance Improvement, Wellbeing, and Workplace Behaviours: The True Cost of the UK Heatwave Slowdown
On a blazing summer afternoon in the UK, the corporate conversation often follows a predictable pattern. We talk about the record-breaking numbers on the thermometer, joke about the rare presence of sunshine, and perhaps track down the last remaining desk fan in the...
You Ask We Answer
What Makes The Jigsaw Discovery Learning Experience So Sticky?
One of the reasons why the learning is so sticky is: Curiosity The curiosity of the learners, as the session begins, there is a mixture of excitement, nervousness, resentment for having to attend and an attitude of “go on then impress me!” But when the...