Compono

Compono is an Australian talent-intelligence platform that helps organisations hire, engage and develop their people with evidence, not guesswork. The Compono team writes about the people-insight side of HR: the hiring, culture and capability decisions that behavioural science can actually improve.

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How to manage the fear of the unknown at work

The fear of the unknown is a survival mechanism triggered by the brain’s preference for predictability over uncertainty, often leading to anxiety, procrastination, or risk aversion in professional environments.

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How to overcome psychological barriers at work

Psychological barriers are the internal mental blocks, like fear of failure, imposter syndrome, or rigid thinking, that prevent you from acting on...

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Mid career coaching: finding your way when you feel stuck

Mid career coaching helps professionals through the messy middle of their working lives by realigning their role with their natural strengths and...

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Perfectionist at work: how to manage the pressure to be flawless

A perfectionist at work is someone who sets impossibly high standards, often leading to a cycle of procrastination, anxiety, and eventual burnout.

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How to spot and stop career limiting behaviours

A career limiting behaviour is a habit in how you act or communicate that caps how far you go at work, whatever your results. A career limiting move...

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How to start overcoming perfectionism at work

Overcoming perfectionism starts with recognising that your high standards have become a barrier to progress rather than a badge of excellence.

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Why being told you are too sensitive is actually a strength

Being too sensitive is not a flaw to be fixed, but a high-level capacity for empathy and perceptivity that allows you to notice subtle dynamics...

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Work persona: why you feel like a different person at the office

A work persona is the version of yourself you bring to the job: the behaviours, communication habits, decision-making style and energy you adopt to...

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How to use personal reflection for career growth

Personal reflection is the deliberate practice of stepping back from your daily tasks to examine your behaviours, thoughts, and motivations to gain...

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Work from home: how to stay connected and productive

Working from home successfully requires a deep understanding of your natural work preferences and a deliberate approach to setting boundaries between...

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