Rasmus Hougaard

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Rasmus Hougaard

Rasmus Hougaard is the founder of the Potential Project, a global training organization delivering mindfulness programs to Amex, Nike, Accenture, and more than 200 other organizations around the world.

Articles by Rasmus Hougaard

Unlearn Management, Relearn Being Human
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Unlearn Management, Relearn Being Human

When we lead from the awareness that we all have more commonalities than differences, we can create a beneficial ripple effect for those we lead. Read More

Why the Ego Is an Obstacle to Mindful Leadership
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Why the Ego Is an Obstacle to Mindful Leadership

Offering our full attention with those we lead is key to effective listening and communication in the workplace. Here’s how the inner “me voice” of ego can get in the way, and a simple way to practice leading with presence. Read More

Don’t Stop at Empathy. Your Employees Need Compassion
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Don’t Stop at Empathy. Your Employees Need Compassion

Compassion is more empowering than empathy, according to research. Mindful leadership expert Rasmus Hougaard breaks down how excessive empathy can contribute to burnout, and explains five key ways to support your teams by leading with compassion. Read More

Are You Addicted to Doing?
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Are You Addicted to Doing?

When work life is overwhelming, we can get stuck in a loop of "busyness"—keeping the mind occupied with tasks to avoid work, which increases our stress levels. Explore these mindfulness tips to slow down so you can get more done. Read More

Senior Executives Get More Sleep Than Everyone Else
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Senior Executives Get More Sleep Than Everyone Else

Rest is essential for logical reasoning, attention, and mood. Read More

How to Practice Mindfulness Throughout Your Work Day
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How to Practice Mindfulness Throughout Your Work Day

Tips for increasing focus and awareness and decreasing stress at work. Read More

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