Amanda Clarke

A seasoned leader and organisational development consultant, UK Entrepreneur, Non Exec Director, Performance Accelerator, Author and Conference Speaker.

[Amanda Clarke @AmandaEClarke]

Reading ≠ Learning.
Reading and learning aren’t the same thing.
You can read for hours and retain almost nothing.
Real learning happens when you read with purpose; looking for patterns, linking to experience, asking “How could I use this?”
The brain remembers meaning...

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Overload isn’t a performance issue — it’s biology.
The brain holds only 3–5 chunks at once. When systems overload people, design fails, not humans.
The fix isn’t more info, it’s better structure + clarity.

#TrainTheCorporateBrain #LeadershipDevelopment #Neurosc...

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True leadership balances honesty with judgment — sharing what’s necessary, holding what’s not, and always choosing the tone of kindness. Any thoughts you want to share?

#TrainTheCorporateBrain #Accelerbrain #SDILA #Leadership #Integrity #WisdominLeadership
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Myth of Multitasking in Learning
The human brain cannot multitask. It switches rapidly, losing up to 40% efficiency each time it changes focus.
That’s why “focus design” is a crucial part of brain-friendly learning
Fewer slides-Shorter bursts-More depth
#Communication ...

[Amanda Clarke @AmandaEClarke]

The Myth of Multitasking in Learning

The human brain cannot multitask. It switches rapidly, losing up to 40% efficiency each time it changes focus.
That’s why “focus design” is a crucial part of brain-friendly learning.
Fewer slides. Shorter bursts. More depth.
#Accel...

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Over 6,000 voices in 36 hours silenced as the UK Gov removes the petition against the NI health bill! This isn’t just an NI issue—it’s a test for the UK. Blocking petitions is an attack on freedom of speech. Let’s demand transparency & accountability. #FreedomOfSpeech @UKGovNews

[Melissa Ciummei @KSCUBKEE]

Over 6000 signed the petition in 36 hours to stop the NI health bill….that was deemed to be ‘inappropriate’ and the petition was removed…meanwhile the UKGov have stopped petitions citing there is no committee. YOU ARE BEING PREVENTED FROM OBJECTING.

[Amanda Clarke @AmandaEClarke]

🚨 Travel Update: @DrJoeDispenza's Paris event (Oct 4-8) by @liloumace is canceled! 😢 Just discovered my @AskNationwide travel insurance doesn’t cover cancellations before travel. Really? Website states "Cover for cancellation"🎂🍒 Read the fine print, folks! #TravelEssentials

[GatenbySanderson @GatenbyS]

Clients tell us we deliver a consistent world class service and want us to do more of what we do; we are thrilled to launch our own recruitment campaign today! 30 opportunities available. Be part of shaping a better society and get in touch with us today: https://t.co/BDITSn9yt6

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@WalkerSam Love that part of the world. Hope to see it again soon.... Now that borders have opened!!

[Amanda Clarke @AmandaEClarke]

Sending my congratulations to all those that participated in this programme. I'm looking forward to hearing their success stories in due course via @UnifyBame @GatenbyS #leadershipnow

[GatenbySanderson @GatenbyS]

Congratulations from us and @UnifyBame to all of the inaugural cohort of Leadership NOW! graduating today. We thank them for their commitment and contribution to making the programme a success, ensuring that programme continues to be a success for future cohorts.

[Women in Nuclear UK @WiNuclear]

We're delighted to share this vacancy for a role within the @NDAgovuk, a WiN UK Industry Charter Signatory company. Find out more and apply by 23 July:
https://t.co/cMcNE1avYf

#jobs #recruitment #diversitymatters

[GatenbySanderson @GatenbyS]

As part of Mental Health Awareness Week, and to solidify our commitment to wellbeing in the workplace, GatenbySanderson has signed the Mental Health at Work Commitment: https://t.co/PGnhD5Sbhh
#mhaw2021

[Amanda Clarke @AmandaEClarke]

@gmpolice A big THANK YOU to the traffic officer on the bike who noticed my puncture as I was in very slow moving traffic at juct 1 of the M56. Turned out to be more than a puncture when I managed to find a safe place to change the tyre!!!

[North West Employers @NWEmployers]

Upcoming membership event brought to you in partnership with @GatenbyS

Aimed at senior leaders responsible for transformation and change within your organisation

For details about this event and how to book, follow the link below

https://t.co/TyfyymfVAr
#transformation #change

[Amanda Clarke @AmandaEClarke]

Welcome to GS @SarahRecruiter

[GatenbySanderson @GatenbyS]

We continue the strong growth of our Technology & Transformation Practice with the hire of Sarah Luxford (@SarahRecruiter). Find out more: https://t.co/ecI9Bzz235

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An exciting role for a Clinical Transformation expert. Please contact my colleagues in Executive Search

[GatenbySanderson @GatenbyS]

.@westernsussex and @BSUH_NHS have been working in partnership with a shared leadership team for 4 years and are merging in April. We are supporting them to find a Chief Clinical Transformation Officer: https://t.co/95UkNkXnVI

[GatenbySanderson @GatenbyS]

The SLC are at a critical point in their history; education is changing, their customers are changing, and the demands and expectations of their stakeholders are changing. We're supporting them to appoint an outstanding customer focused leader: https://t.co/C8myxM3SZ1

[GatenbySanderson @GatenbyS]

Due to the ongoing coronavirus crisis @themjcouk
has decided to hold @TheMJAwards later on in the year and extend the deadline for entries to April 23. We are the proud supporter of the Innovation in Building Diversity and Inclusions Award; find out more: https://t.co/9sgJihY2x6

[GatenbySanderson @GatenbyS]

We @HumberNHSFT are seeking an inspiring and visionary leader with strong commercial acumen to chair our Board of Directors and our Council of Governors. It is essential that as Chair, you share our values and the ethos of the NHS. Find out more & apply at https://t.co/zVYHD8DGj5

[GatenbySanderson @GatenbyS]

We are delighted to support the @UKCivilService, as a member of @KPMG’s consortium of learning specialists. Under the new Civil Service learning framework, we will be improving the skills, knowledge and networks of public servants. Find out more: https://t.co/N1BNXva3eV