What we think

Opinions without being opinionated. At Gedanken we will always challenge conventional thinking. It’s part of what we do. Our aim is to become widely recognised as thought leaders and catalysts for change. We believe that through sharing our ideas we will grow a community of advocates. This will help us expand our business and, in turn, empower more people.

How to Really Improve Productivity

Dr David Cliff recently wrote an article for the publication Entrepreneur and Investor about improving productivity. You can read the full article here: http://entrepreneurandinvestor.com/how-to-really-improve-productivity/ Watch David talking about productivity in the video below.

We humans must end animal cruelty now

By Dr David Cliff, Managing Director of Gedanken Animal cruelty is not an easy subject to talk about. You probably want to read something different, fashion, sport, a gossip column, but sorry, we must accept that the abuse of animals is an everyday factor of life. More and more I read in publications like this […]

Reasons to be Cheerful

Another year is coming to an end. For some, the festive season is a deeply spiritual time, for reflection and bringing together those you love, while others see it as nothing more than a meaningless commercial ritual that they’re obliged to honour. At this time, many people reflect on the value of Christmas and the […]

Finding your resolve

Once again, at the end of the Christmas festivities, we approach the New Year with good intentions and resolutions to address some aspect of our lives in a productive way. Whether it is weight-loss, the neglect of opportunities, or an exercise regime, millions use New Year as a chance to address an issue that for […]

The Headache of Staff Retention

A common headache for HR professionals and business owners and managers is the recruitment and retention of staff. The shortage of skills often makes recruitment a challenge and can lead to all kinds of idiosyncratic recruitment approaches when a properly thought out and implemented strategy is required rather than a knee-jerk reaction or quick fix. […]

Celebrating HR professionals everywhere

In all of my travels, my highest admiration goes out to HR professionals. These stalwarts of corporate life structure and organise the most precious resource a business has, its people. That said those involved in HR often do not enjoy the status of Director or board functionary, and are often seen as a simple functional […]

The North East needs to lead the way in ditching labels

It is time to celebrate the uniqueness individuals have. Newcastle is becoming home to many new students, starting the next exciting chapters of their lives, joining the eclectic mix of people who live and work here. It is important, from a community perspective, that they are afforded the opportunity to become part of the local […]