mission & Values

At Knowing Self Knowing Others, we are on a mission to develop self-aware leaders around the globe to generate kinder, more respectful and creative working relationships through reflection of hard and relational skills, recognition of impact and regulation of behaviour.

Care Value Knowing Self Knowing Others Dr Nia D Thomas

care

Prioritising the wellbeing of others through empathy, supportive actions, and demonstrating kindness in every interaction.

Respect Value Knowing Self Knowing Others Dr Nia D Thomas

Respect

Treating everyone with dignity, valuing their contributions and perspectives, while listening actively and fostering understanding as the foundation of all relationships.

Creativity Value Knowing Self knowing Others Dr Nia D Thomas

creativity

Embracing innovative thinking and encouraging fresh ideas to drive positive change, while cultivating an environment where imagination leads to effective problem-solving and inspiration.

Learning Value Knowing Self Knowing Others Dr Nia D Thomas

Learning

Committing to continuous growth by seeking knowledge, reflecting on experiences, and recognising learning as an enriching journey that enhances understanding and fosters improvement.

Blog

A Lesson on Candour from the Underground

A Lesson on Candour from the Underground

My tube journey home was a little bit stop-start. Apparently there was a technical problem around Mile End and trains were bumper to bumper (Do trains have bumpers?) I’m sure that Transport for London trains all of its drivers to keep passengers informed about what’s...

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The Language of Inclusion

The Language of Inclusion

We’re very good at developing short-hand terms and acronyms for the words and phrases of our working worlds. We easily forget that this ostracises the outsider and the newcomer. The role of the #leader in an organisation is to look up and out (a manager; down and in)....

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Happy Space Happy Place

Happy Space Happy Place

For the last few days, the bit coin mining rig in our spare room has been switched off. It has some technical glitch and my husband isn’t home to fix it right now. So, the house is once again quiet. I know very little about bitcoin mining, but I do know the rigs run...

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