As the world continues to emerge from the pandemic, it is becoming increasingly complex and many of the previous assumptions about leadership that we have grown comfortable with are being challenged. Are you ready to support a shift from traditional leadership styles to a more progressive, forward thinking way of practice There are five key… Continue reading 5 Leadership Trends To Take Into 2023
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Coaching is not a luxury! It can make a difference across the whole organisation
Only around 10% of an organisation’s employees will ever enjoy the benefits of being coached. That’s largely because one-to-one coaching is seen as the preserve of top talent, with budgets only allocated at that level too. Coaching is generally seen as providing a route to ensure that the next leaders, and those perceived as the… Continue reading Coaching is not a luxury! It can make a difference across the whole organisation
Do You Tell Your Employees You Appreciate Them?
The research is clear: Employee recognition — when done well — has huge payoffs. According to the data collected on leaders across industries, every measure of morale, productivity, performance, customer satisfaction, and employee retention soars when managers regularly provide recognition. Yet, there are many leaders out there who fail to do it frequently or skillfully.… Continue reading Do You Tell Your Employees You Appreciate Them?
How to Build a Career in a New Industry
When professionals reinvent themselves, they often feel they have to start from scratch and that their previous connections and experience don’t count in their new realm. Your skills and your network are probably more transferable than you think. But it’s also true that you may feel confused for a while as you orient yourself to the… Continue reading How to Build a Career in a New Industry
6 Benefits of Online Coaching
In the spring of 2020, the world experienced seismic change as it has done so many times before. In this case, the Covid-19 pandemic forced everyone, coaches included, to move online. Suddenly professional coaches found themselves zooming, skyping, teaming, and google hangout’ing to an extent never seen previously. This change occurred before a vital question… Continue reading 6 Benefits of Online Coaching
Hiring and Recruitment Trends of 2022 – how are these shaping up?
At the outset of the new year, businesses everywhere were looking for a way to rebound from a turbulent 24-month stretch. Even organisations that weathered the pandemic relatively well are still facing an increasing challenge in 2022 — the struggle to find and retain top talent. While many factors contribute to this growing problem, the… Continue reading Hiring and Recruitment Trends of 2022 – how are these shaping up?
Coaching – a powerful tool for staff retention. Recognising ROI and accessibility for all is key in 2022
A recent survey (Ranstad) discovered that retention was the highest talent priority for UK businesses. What is concerning is that 45% of employees say they will “definitely” or “probably” move to another organisation this year. However, 87% of employees who want to change roles would prefer to stay with their current employer – and coaching… Continue reading Coaching – a powerful tool for staff retention. Recognising ROI and accessibility for all is key in 2022
Break Your Procrastination Habit – Do it Today!
Do you keep postponing work you need to do? Most of us procrastinate from time to time. Rather than feeling guilty about it, or beating yourself up, try these strategies to break the habit. Schedule your deep work. It’s easier to put off work that requires concentration. So build time in your daily calendar… Continue reading Break Your Procrastination Habit – Do it Today!
Do you Listen Well? Learn how to apply listening skills for better Leadership
A good manager knows that listening is important, but too few people know how to listen well. Even common techniques, like “active listening” can be counterproductive. After all, merely sharing the amount of speaking time, or parroting back what a speaker said, does not achieve understanding. Consider three common conversations: Employee: “I’m worried about my… Continue reading Do you Listen Well? Learn how to apply listening skills for better Leadership
How is AI (Artificial Intelligence) Impacting the Search for Executives?
Artificial Intelligence (AI) and new digital solutions are rapidly changing the way search professionals undertake their work and redefine how candidates can be identified and attracted. Traditional methods alone are often not sufficient to find and attract the right talent in an increasingly challenging candidate market. So, will AI find the perfect executive and make… Continue reading How is AI (Artificial Intelligence) Impacting the Search for Executives?