Category Managing teams

Conversational Wisdom – book review 

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Packed with insights, this book provides practical tools to enhance communication skills in everyday life. Reviewed by Peter Plumlee    Book: Conversational WisdomAuthors: Emily Cosgrove and Sara Hope I was intrigued yet uncertain about what to expect before diving into this…

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Sailing to success: Navigating team dynamics

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Navigating team dynamics on a yacht isn’t just about working together; it’s about thriving together. Karl Green shares insights on fostering authentic teamwork in close quarters For many, working on a yacht is a dream come true. But even surrounded…

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Unlocking hope and belonging: The hidden keys to employee wellbeing and retention  

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The impact of hope, belonging and manager support in transforming employee wellbeing and mental health. Insights from Brad Smith  Research has shown that resilience offers organisations many competitive advantages. Highly resilient staff are much less likely to mention burnout, compensation,…

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Maximise investment in your line managers with an enabling environment 

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Line managers are pivotal to business success – support them to boost performance and drive impact with these tips from Steve Macaulay and David Buchanan Why do line managers matter to L&D? Line managers create the environment – the resources…

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Navigating and leading in the multi-generational workforce 

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Teams with Boomers, Gen X, Millennials and Gen Z can thrive with the right strategies. John Zettler reveals how  In today’s workplace, leaders are faced with the unique challenge of managing teams comprised of individuals from multiple generations. With so-called…

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The Social Brain – book review 

The Social Brain offers a fascinating exploration into the dynamics of group connectivity and leadership. Gaëlle Delmas-Watson reveals its invaluable insights for HR and L&D professionals    Book: The Social Brain: The psychology of successful groups  Authors: Tracey Camilleri, Samantha Rockey and…

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Practical steps businesses can take to develop a positive and productive workplace  

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From hiring and training to management and perks, tips to improve workplace motivation and engagement, by Iffi Wahla  There is wider recognition in this day and age that a happy workplace is a productive workplace. And yet, according to recent…

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After the implosion: 9 ways to rebuild employee trust after a crisis

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Rebuilding workforce trust is challenging but achievable through proactive leadership and genuine engagement: learn how with these tips from David Ross  These feel like increasingly tense times. Terms like ‘permacrisis’ have gained greater visibility as the world faces conflicts in Ukraine…

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Fostering connection: The antidote to workplace loneliness

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A lack of connection at work has impact both for the organisation and the individual. Thom Dennis explores this and shares ways to improve A paradox has emerged in today’s fast-paced, technology-driven work environment: increased connectivity often leads to a…

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Investing in success: Building the multi-generational dream team 

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Navigating a multi-generational workforce can be challenging, but differences can be transformed into organisational strengths. Graham James reveals how managers can achieve a united team  Do you view a multigenerational workforce as posing a challenge or being a massive benefit?…

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