2 days ago3 minFixed and Growth Mindset What is the first thing that pops into your mind when the word "mindset" is mentioned? Do you take a moment to reflect on yourself? Perha...
3 days ago3 minWhat "theories" do we use to understand each other's behaviour?In the past articles we have been examining personality from a psychologist's perspective, But how do ordinary people go about understand...
4 days ago4 minDo mental processes guide behaviour?Yesterday, we looked at how temperament acts as a platform on which personalities are built on. However, there is an alternate perspectiv...
5 days ago3 minWhat is the difference between Personality and Temperament?What comes to mind when you hear the word "Temperament"? It is common to hear someone described as having a "cool temperament". Thus, you...
6 days ago4 minWhat forces shape our personalities?Perhaps you feel like you are different from your acquaintances? That you behave differently to others? Feel like you think about things ...
Jun 263 minWhat are Intrinsic and Extrinsic Motivation?What is Intrinsic Motivation? Intrinsic motivation refers to the desire to engage in an activity for its own merit rather than for the ex...
Jun 253 minHow do our emotions motivate us? Emotions can often dictate our actions, they cause us to feel compelled to behave in a certain way. Most of the time, our actions are rep...
Jun 242 minWhat actually motivates you?A pointed question that we have all asked ourselves, what actually motivates you? What gets you out of bed every morning? What pushes you...
Jun 232 minWearing Perfume boosts memory?Have you ever associated a particular smell with a specific memory? Or perhaps walked through a departmental store and smelled a perfume ...
Jun 224 minClarity in the midst of a crisis With the impact of Covid-19 already significant but far from the end. Organizations now find it tough to be certain of many things. Reven...
Jun 194 min"We regret to inform you ........" The few words that are synonymous with impending bad news. Be it a university rejection later or a failed job interview. Chances are, we ...
Jun 183 minHow do non verbal cues help in the workplace?In the course of daily interaction, most of our communication does not require us to actually say anything. A simple nod or shake of the ...
Jun 173 minFacebook Rooms- Why it is a game changer Image: Facebook One of the main technological advances that has risen to prominence during the pandemic are teleconferencing platforms. B...
Jun 163 minWhy Working from Home should not affect productivity As Singapore nears towards phase 2 of its reopening, many organizations may be torn up whether to recall their employees or to resume the...
Jun 153 minThe importance of have a unified organization Here at Alvigor, we believe that a unified organization is one that is best equipped to be optimally efficient. A unified organization ha...
Jun 123 minCan having too much information lead to worse decisions? Decision-making can be a particularly stressful experience for some, especially those of a more indecisive nature. However, even usually ...
Jun 114 minFirst Impressions - Quick but long-lastingThat old adage "First Impressions count" has probably been trotted out by your parents on multiple occasions. It certainly was part of my...
Jun 103 minConformity: Importance in the workplace Picture this, on your first day of work, did you observe how your colleagues acted before deciding how you should behave? That dilemma yo...
Jun 93 minPositive Psychology - How it can benefit your OrganizationPositive Psychology is the scientific study of human thoughts, emotions and behaviour, with a focus on the individual's strengths instead...
Jun 85 minWhy Leaders need to be Emotionally IntelligentWhat is Emotional Intelligence? Emotional intelligence (EQ) refers to the ability to identify and manage one’s own emotions, as well as t...
