The Talk2 Group Ltd

22/09/2025

Most leaders don’t think of the kitchen as a training ground. But psychology suggests otherwise.

Cooking builds focus, adaptability, creativity, and teamwork—the very same skills we struggle to nurture in business. And unlike most meetings, you actually get a satisfying result at the end.

I’ve written a new blog for The 5% Life exploring the psychology behind cooking and how it translates into better leadership.

👉 Read here: https://www.talk2group.com/post/cooking-up-leadership-the-surprising-business-benefits-of-time-in-the-kitchen

05/08/2025

The Liking Gap is the psychological tendency to underestimate how much others enjoy our company after an interaction. We often leave conversations thinking we were awkward or uninteresting, while the other person usually has a much more positive impression.

Research shows that talking to strangers—whether a brief chat with a barista, a fellow commuter, or someone at a networking event—boosts mood, strengthens social connections, and increases life satisfaction. Despite fears of rejection, these small interactions almost always go better than expected.

The takeaway: You are far more likable than you think. Starting small conversations can improve your well-being, expand your network, and make everyday life more rewarding.

Here’s a LinkedIn-friendly version of the blog post—short, engaging, and designed to spark interaction: Ever left a conversation thinking, 💭 “I sounded awkward… they probably didn’t like me”? That’s the Liking Gap at work. 🔹 It’s the tendency to underestimate how much others en...