The importance of writing a speech instead of improvising
16 Oct 2018When you're tasked with giving a speech, a common question always comes up: should you write it out or speak freely from the cuff?...
How can you be a transformational leader?
12 Oct 2018Transformational leaders don't crack the whip or motivate their employees solely with money and perks - they inspire instead. How can you become a transformational leader?...
Emotional intelligence: Why mindfulness at work matters
10 Oct 2018
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Mindfulness has a key role to play in improving your emotional intelligence. It helps with self awareness and empathy. Why are these things important?...
4 powerful conversations to improve your leadership
18 Sep 2018Leaders need to communicate with their teams, and often. Here are four conversations they should be having to be effective in their role....
Employee performance conversations that matter
11 Sep 2018
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Employee conversations can be scary for many in leadership positions. This article will identify important conversations, and ways to get a positive outcome....
3 ways to build trust in a new leadership position
28 Aug 2018Being a new manager can be a stressful time, for both you and your new team. The best way through it, however, is by building trust. Here's how you can....
How does employee training boost on the job productivity?
21 Aug 2018Employee training investments pay off in a multitude of ways. In fact, research shows that training your team can improve the overall productivity of your staff. In this article we'll explore some of the research and explain key ways learning and development initiatives help your...
Personal leadership vs positional leadership
14 Aug 2018
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There are many different styles of leadership, but they can generally be split as either of two kinds - positional or personal. What's the difference?...
Common Mistakes Leaders Make
06 Aug 2018Leadership is a skill that takes time to develop. On the way, there are many mistakes that can be made. Here are three you should watch out for....
How to supercharge employee motivation
31 Jul 2018Motivating employees is not as simple as just throwing money at them. For tasks that involve cognitive effort and creative thought, other things prove more motivating than financial incentives. It’s important, then, when you’re managing your team that you are aware of their needs and...
4 tips for a top team building event
24 Jul 2018Team building events are great opportunities to strengthen your team, but they can be a waste of time if you don't prepare well. Here are four tips to run it well....
4 time-management myths you should forget
17 Jul 2018There are endless time-management myths floating about in the world of business. Here are four that you should retire from your mind....
Leaders v. managers: Understanding the difference
03 Jul 2018
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While leadership and management are similar concepts, they're not the same - you can be one and not the other. What's the difference?...
3 ways to improve your assertive communication skills
26 Jun 2018Being assertive in your communications is a skill too many people are lacking in. There can be a fine line between being aggressive and being assertive, and that's often the reason many are too cautious to even approach it. Yet asserting yourself is key to...
4 ways to cultivate collaboration in the workplace
19 Jun 2018
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The demands of the modern business environment mean that collaboration is often the bets way to get things done. How can you foster this culture?...
The importance of culture and engagement
12 Jun 2018In today's business world, company culture and employee engagement is incredibly important. Both a tied strongly to the performance, productivity and happiness of the employees in an organisations stable. But what's the difference between the terms and how are the related to each other?...
3 influencing tips for amazing sales results
05 Jun 2018Sales is about using influence to communicate value to a potential customer. Here are three tips your sales team should use to be more influential....
How to conclude your next speech with maximum impact
29 May 2018Delivering a great presentation is all well and good, but have you ever thought about the best way to end a talk in a way that does justice? In his book "The Lost Art of the Great Speech", writer Richard Dowis explains seven ways you...
How to improve your time management for increased productivity
22 May 2018Having exceptional time management skills is key for getting things done. It's the backbone of productivity and a skill all managers and leaders should strive to master. But if you're currently not the best at it, what can you do to sharpen up your skills?...
Why empathy is important in business
15 May 2018While empathy can sometimes be dismissed as a touchy-feely concept in business, it's actually a vital part of effective leadership. Without it, you're unable to relate and listen to your employees, understand the needs of your customers, or consider the wider impact of your business...