Tag: development

What Education Can Learn from Logistics Leadership

At first glance, education and logistics might seem worlds apart. One is dedicated to learning, development, and the future of society. The other focuses on the efficient movement of goods, services, and information. But look a little closer, and you’ll find that both sectors are under immense pressure to adapt, deliver, and lead in increasingly… Continue reading What Education Can Learn from Logistics Leadership

Coaching or Mentoring? Do you know the difference?

According to the International Coach Federation, ICF, Coaching is defined as “partnering with clients in a thought-provoking and creative process that inspires them to maximize their personal and professional potential.” And the EMCC definition of mentoring is “Mentoring is a learning relationship, involving the sharing of skills, knowledge, and expertise between a mentor and mentee… Continue reading Coaching or Mentoring? Do you know the difference?

Finding Joy as a Manager — Even on Bad Days

When work and life are overwhelming, it can be difficult to reclaim a sense of joy at work. Research has shown the benefits of incorporating joy, hope, and optimism into the workplace to combat burnout and improve well-being. The author recommends four strategies to reconnect with joy at work on your toughest days: 1) Find… Continue reading Finding Joy as a Manager — Even on Bad Days

Does the 5-day week really work? Or could we see a move to a 4-day working week as standard?

The five-day working week is deeply ingrained in western culture. A Monday-to-Friday 9-to-5 schedule is practically unspoken law across the UK, with just two days to unwind and take care of physical and mental wellbeing at the weekend. However, with the compounded stress of the coronavirus pandemic, and the unmitigated success of the almost universal… Continue reading Does the 5-day week really work? Or could we see a move to a 4-day working week as standard?

Pressure mounts As final countdown to Brexit begins

As we move into the penultimate month before the UK officially takes back control of its borders following transition on 1st January, the pressures are mounting. In many ways, Coronavirus has masked the looming crisis that is now just around the corner, as businesses have struggled through 2020, coping with two national lockdowns and the… Continue reading Pressure mounts As final countdown to Brexit begins