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HERO Skills Challenge: Breaking Bad Bias - Confirmation Bias
The Echo Chamber The first rumble of suspicion came amidst during sometime during a fishing trip with some buddies when I found myself in...
Dr. Steve L. Robbins
Mar 4, 20246 min read
Authenticity: One True Mask or the Many Masks We Wear?
Imagine you've just walked into the most elaborate masquerade ball you could imagine, greeted at the door with a box of masks. Each mask...
Dr. Steve L. Robbins
Mar 2, 20244 min read
The Sunk Cost Fallacy - Letting Go Before You're Sunk
My Concert Conundrum So, here's the deal. A while back I bought tickets to see one of my favorite 80’s bands, Journey. I was obsessed...
Dr. Steve L. Robbins
Mar 1, 20243 min read
The Path to Excellence: Why Learning and Adaptation Outperform Raw Talent
There's an underlying belief by many, that the most successful people are the most intelligent, the strongest, the hardest...
Dr. Steve L. Robbins
Feb 24, 20243 min read
The Power and Pitfalls of Anecdotes
In a charged executive board meeting, a seasoned vice president shared an anecdote that quickly captured the room's attention. He...
Dr. Steve L. Robbins
Feb 21, 20244 min read
The Quiet Power of Reflection in Cultivating Empathy: Insights from the Field
In a rapidly changing world, leaders of the 21st century face challenges that require more than just technical skills, but a profound...
Dr. Steve L. Robbins
Feb 20, 20243 min read
Be Less Sucky: The Neuroscience of Mental Habits and the 4 R's Model for Change
Our minds are powerful architects of our reality, constructing narratives and patterns that shape our daily experiences. As good as our...
Dr. Steve L. Robbins
Feb 19, 20245 min read
Navigating Self-Serving Bias: A Guide to Self-Reflection Using the HERO SKills©
Self-serving bias is a psychological mirror that reflects our successes brightly and dims the view of our failures, attributing them to...
Dr. Steve L. Robbins
Feb 15, 20243 min read
Deepening the DEI Dialogue: A Scenario of Reflection and Understanding
In a time when Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) initiatives spark both transformative conversations and fierce debates, the...
Dr. Steve L. Robbins
Feb 14, 20244 min read
Reflecting on Representation: The Kansas City Chiefs and the Dialogue on Native American Mascots
As the Kansas City Chiefs step onto the grand stage of Super Bowl LVIII, the spotlight isn't just on their performance but also on the...
Dr. Steve L. Robbins
Feb 11, 20243 min read
Beyond the Game: Super Bowl LVIII, Fan Rivalry, and the Perils of Polarization
As the San Francisco 49ers and the Kansas City Chiefs gear up for Super Bowl LVIII, the event does more than spotlight athletic prowess...
Dr. Steve L. Robbins
Feb 11, 20243 min read
Help Wanted: Adaptability and Flexibility Required
In the ever-changing, dynamic landscape of the 21st-century. adaptability and flexibility have emerged as paramount virtues. Recent...
Dr. Steve L. Robbins
Feb 11, 20243 min read
The Healing Power of Caring and Inclusion:A Cellular Perspective
In a world that often values competition and independence, the importance of caring, compassion, and inclusion might seem like mere...
Dr. Steve L. Robbins
Feb 9, 20243 min read
The Neuroscience Behind Virtual Meetings
The Brain and Virtual Meetings In the wake of the Covid-19 pandemic, the traditional office setting quickly transitioned into virtual...
Dr. Steve L. Robbins
Feb 9, 20243 min read
Beyond the Bottom Line: Balancing People and Projects for High Performance
When it comes to leadership, one can argue leaders have two distinct but interrelated “buckets” that demand attention: People and...
Dr. Steve L. Robbins
Feb 8, 20243 min read
Inclusion: The Precursor to Trust in High-Performance Cultures
The Key Before the Engine: A Story of Inclusion and Trust Imagine you're late for an important meeting. You rush out the door, slide into...
Dr. Steve L. Robbins
Feb 2, 20245 min read
Creating a Culture of Safety: The Critical Importance of Psychological Safety in the Workplace
In the world of organizational development, the term "safety" often conjures images of hard hats, safety goggles, and caution...
Dr. Steve L. Robbins
Feb 1, 20243 min read
Strengthening the Business Case for Inclusion: A New Formula for Calculating Dollars Lost
In today’s rapidly evolving business landscape creating an inclusive environment marked by high levels of belonging and psychological...
Dr. Steve L. Robbins
Feb 1, 20244 min read
Closing the Gap: A Case Study on Attitude vs. Behavior in DEI Initiatives
A Story from the Corporate World Let's consider the case of Acme Corp, a forward-thinking organization renowned for its vocal and public...
Dr. Steve L. Robbins
Feb 1, 20244 min read
DEI and Safety at Boeing: Red Flagging a Red Herring
A recent mishap involving loose bolts, and a door coming off a plane mid-flight has somehow brought DEI (diversity, equity and inclusion)...
Dr. Steve L. Robbins
Jan 30, 20242 min read
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