Five reasons why hiring a coach to address toxic behaviour is unwise
In certain situations, hiring a coach to bring about change may be inappropriate.
Tips for Virtual Delivery – Part 1: The Basics
Some believed that virtual delivery was a short term ‘fix’ in response to the unique challenges of the pandemic, and that the old norms would return as soon as it was over. However, the fact that it has allowed many organisations to dramatically reduce costs, whilst eliminating travel and thereby helping the environment, means that virtual […]
Are you guilty of ‘wilful blindness’ when examining L&D data?
L&D needs to steer away from assuming the well-trodden path is best and be more objective when examining data.
Coaching for performance: Are you a judge or a facilitator?
Coaching is a proven way of achieving results, but there are different styles of coaching. Which will you use?
What the Theatre Can Teach Us About Communication
At its core, theatre is about communication. Every line delivered, every costume worn, and every movement made all come together to form something that speaks directly to an audience. With each performance comes a new lesson in how we communicate with one another. It turns out that there are many things we can learn from […]
Powering a winning mentality: Six attitude enablers
How developing the right mindset can open up opportunities and ensure you’re making the right choices.
What My Childhood Piano Lessons Taught Me
I started having piano lessons when I was about six. I’d been clambering up onto the piano stool and banging out a few ‘tunes’ since a toddler and so my father, in his wisdom, decided I should have some lessons. Less wisely, he chose the same teacher who’d taught him as a child, Mr Lovell, […]
The true meaning of allyship
How we can use Pride month as a catalyst for real and sustained change
Supporting neurodiverse trainees and employees in the workplace
Louise Karwowski shares in-depth knowledge on how employers and training organisations can create a supportive work environment for neurodiverse individuals.
True investment in diversity, equity and inclusion needs more than just awareness
Raising awareness can be effective, but not without action and accountability
Why learning and development leaders should think like journalists
A journalistic approach to learning and development can help organisations go beyond symptoms and uncover the deep-rooted causes of performance gaps.
How a mentoring scheme can beat gender bias in the workplace
Mentoring can be an incredibly powerful tool to empower women and facilitate equality in the workplace
How to develop optimism in the face of adversity
Positive thinking is the key to resilience – and it’s much needed in this time of crisis.
Cultivating kindness in the workplace starts with the leaders
Kindness begins with the leadership: Encouraging this practice within your organisation will bring much more than just a happy workplace.
Emotional intelligence: How to help employees control emotions when triggered
Dr Audrey Tang champions the importance of building emotional intelligence, and discusses strategies to help people control their emotions.
Don’t bother working on weaknesses. Success lies in playing to strengths
Building on strengths rather than working on weaknesses is the route to exceptional performance.
People at the heart of effective governance
At the end of March 2023 there were 4,645,402 entities on the effective register of UK companies. That’s an increase of 1.5% on the number seen at the end of 2022 and a 3.2% increase on the number as at the end of March 2022. Whilst many of these organisations will be small private companies, […]
How pressing pause can promote clarity of mind and prevent burnout
By pressing pause our thinking can become more fruitful and embodied
Stress in the workplace: How to spot it and what to do
To mark Stress Awareness Month, wellbeing expert Nicky Marshall offers tips on how to support stress colleagues in their hour of need.
Why is imposter syndrome plaguing women?
Imposter syndrome more commonly affects women, particularly in high-ranking positions. The question is why? Barbara Clark addresses the issue.
