Researchers have been studying the factors that influence us to say “Yes” to the requests of others for over 60 years. There can be no doubt that there’s a science to how we are persuaded, and a lot of the science is surprising.
When making a decision, it would be nice to think that people consider all the available information in order to guide their thinking. But the reality is very often different. In the increasingly overloaded lives we lead, more than ever we need shortcuts or rules of thumb to guide our decision-making.
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As co-founder of Kentish and Co Liz’s key role is to develop our global business partnerships. Our current focus is working with both clients and serviceproviders to create true partnerships that stand the test of time and minimize day to day ‘noise’.
Liz is an ambassador and role model for those in facilities management, the built environment and the many other sectors of industry that Kentish and Cowork in.
Institute of Workplace and Facilities Management (IWFM) conducts regular research with workplace and facilities management professionals on key topics to gauge their sentiment and where they see challenges and opportunities for the future.
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Neil Everitt is Director of Strategic Engagement at the IWFM. Before joining IWFM he developed an interest in property after completing a volunteer procurement project for a charity providing community-based services in London. Prior to that he fulfilled a number of sales & marketing, procurement and change management roles, in several countries, with a large multi-national mining organisation.
Sharing learning experiences, with focus on, Risk and Compliance including CIBSE Guide M and Real Leadership techniques.
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We know every Net Zero journey is different, and so are the resources you have to undertake it. Unfortunately this can leave many businesses passing around decarbonisation plans but not taking the steps to execute it, create true results and make a difference.
