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Highlights this month:
The Key to Successful Learning ProgramsIn the June 2010 issue of Chief Learning Officer Magazine, Ann Herrmann-Nehdi discusses the role learning style models play in improving learning effectiveness and outcomes. The article highlights IBM’s success in accelerating leadership development by integrating the Herrmann Brain Dominance Instrument® (HBDI®) and Whole Brain® Model into its global new leader development program. The article also outlines a process that senior learning, talent management and organisational development professionals can apply to ensure training and communications initiatives are designed with learning and thinking styles in mind. Read the full article on the Chief Learning Officer website. Other related support materials: IBM Case Study: Find out how The Thinking Accelerator featuring HBDIinteractive™ is developing the next generation of great IBM Leaders). 30 Years of Whole Brain Thinking at work1981 was a year of many notable launches. From IBM’s introduction of MS-DOS to 3M’s release of the Post-It Note and the very first mention of something called the INTERNET. The advances that occurred in 1981 are still evident in today’s workplace. 1981 also marked another introduction to the modern workplace: It was the year that Ned Herrmann, founder of Herrmann International, brought the Whole Brain® Model and the HBDI® to organisations around the world. These were tools he developed from research conducted while he led Management Education at General Electric. Before blogs, Twitter, Facebook and email, printed newspapers were the most popular way to find out the latest news! The Whole Brain® Herald (below) was a "newspaper" created for Dupont in 1987 as part of the implementation of the Applied Creative Thinking program. This issue also includes an article from Ned Herrmann on skunkworks: "Turning on Innovation in a Corporate Setting."
As we lead up to the 30th anniversary of Herrmann next year, we’ll be sharing memories, mementos and a glimpse into the historical archives of Herrmann International, the HBDI® and Whole Brain® Thinking. Many of our Certified Practitioners have been with us from the early days and have many great whole brain memories. We would love to hear your stories from your experiences with Herrmann over the years. Please email your contributions to This e-mail address is being protected from spam bots, you need JavaScript enabled to view it and we will publish them as we lead up to our 30th anniversary. Putting on the SCARF – David Rock review by Wayne Goodley (Director Herrmann New Zealand)Last week I attended a presentation by David Rock to the NZATD Conference at Waipuna Lodge in Auckland. We have previously referred to David’s work and his recent publication ‘Managing with the Brain in Mind’. The SCARF model is highly appropriate for any organisation seeking to optimise the potential and the capability of its people. David reminded us of the very limited time we have for focused attention; on average, perhaps two hours of quality time a day. He suggests that the smart amongst us will make a conscious effort to create the appropriate environment for focused thinking. The best way to do this is to find a quiet space and clear your mind so you can more easily move to a positive place. He stressed that in most workplaces today, we seek people who can create, prioritise, make decisions and avoid distraction. Do you see how easily you can use up your 2 hours in just the first of these activities? For most people those two hours of focused thought are unlikely to be in the office! David reinforced the advice that such focused attention is very fragile and that the competition for time in your prefrontal cortex is fierce. This and similar aha’s came to me as he related his five years of research. Any questions and doubts regarding the authenticity of his findings was tackled with humour and statistics and greeted by his audience with respect and awe. For more information visit Managing with the Brain in Mind article. Spotlight on Regional Business: Mary Brell – Director, Keys to Success
Mary supports many regional businesses and recently worked with Orange Credit Union to help them improve the communication and efficiency within the management team. According to Paul McNamara, General Manager of Orange Credit Union, "The HBDI has been a great success within the management team. I can see how the whole team operates more effectively and our communication is much more open." Read the full case study here. Recent News on Thinking and the Brain – sites to boost your thinking powersSociety for Neuroscience dispels 8 myths about the brainDownload this pdf to find out the truth behind some common misconceptions about the brain such as: you only use 10% of your brain, that brain damage is always permanent and playing games keeps your brain young. Neuromyth Busters For the Blue in youAn interesting site with lots of facts and data. Eg. how many websites were added recently, internet users that accessed the site and number of emails sent around the globe, etc. Pingdom The neuroscience of illusionAccording to Scientific American, illusions give scientists a way to investigate "how our eyes and brains gather and interpret (or misinterpret) visual information." They’re also entertaining. Here are a sampling of visual illusions. Scientific American Eureka! Where does a sudden burst of insight come from? New research into brain activity during "aha" moments offers new clues. Science News Introducing Justin-Crewe Brown – Herrmann’s new Corporate Relationship ManagerBased in Sydney, Justin joins us from a management/ business consulting background and more recently ran his own successful consulting practice. Prior to this Justin held senior roles with boutique management consultancies as well as global practices such as IBM Global Business Services – Human Capital Management. Justin is passionate about creating growth and change through the development of businesses and their people. "I am very excited by the prospect of working with Herrmann International Asia’s Corporate clients. I look forward to combining my experience and passion for business and people growth with the proven effectiveness of the Herrmann Whole Brain Model to help them deliver outstanding results", says Justin. It should also be noted that after watching two seasons of Master Chef, Justin can now reliably and consistently produce outstanding dishes using only the freshest of ingredients. He has the proven ability to balance the sweet, sour and salty flavours so important to every successful dish. Upcoming Events - AustraliaMelbourne Certified Practitioner Network EventPlease join us for a night of networking and find out all the latest news from Herrmann. Andrew Brown, Manager Learning & Organisational Development, AXA will be presenting a high level overview of the different diagnostics and in particular how he uses the HBDI.
When: Wed 28 July Perth Certification Workshop - 20th – 23rd July 2010, Only a few places left!To register please email Irwin Tobias This e-mail address is being protected from spam bots, you need JavaScript enabled to view it For the full list of Herrmann Certification dates please visit the Events Calendar on our website. Upcoming Events - NZ
Whole Brain Project Manager Workshop
Whole Brain Manager Workshops
Herrmann Certification Workshop - August Please view the website for more information. Register your interest for any of the workshops by emailing: This e-mail address is being protected from spam bots, you need JavaScript enabled to view it For the full list of Herrmann Certification dates please visit the Events Calendar on our website. 2 new products in Herrmann WebstoreThe ‘Four F’s’ Model balloons in set of 4 Herrmann ColoursCreate a powerful and highly interactive presentation using the ‘Four F’s’ Model balloons, Fact, Form, Feel and Free. Each set includes 4 balloons in the four Herrmann colours. Blue and green are printed with a white image and red and yellow with a black image. 
The Herrmann Enviro Tote BagThe Herrmann Tote Bag is made from 80gsm Polypropylene sourced from recycled soft drink bottles. The bag measures 35cm square and has a pocket on either end as well as a front pocket with a sleeve for 2 pens. 
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