Do you want good managers, or inspirational leaders?
If you want truly sensational leaders then focus on the practical and ditch the theoretical hot air, says Steve Miller. Is it really essential that they understand theories to the ‘enth degree’, he asks? Instead, he suggests five key areas for leadership development. You don’t have to look far through our national business press to […]
Comment: Show your leadership skills, or you’re fired
Sir Alan Sugar’s apprentices are failing because they don’t display leadership potential, argues leadership expert John Fay. Failure to show leadership potential is turning Sir Alan Sugar off his Apprentice candidates – the hit BBC series has already seen five hopefuls being fired because they lack business credentials.Sir Alan is a born leader and he […]
What it takes to be a great London mayor
On Thursday 1 May, almost 5.5 million registered voters will decide who will be the next mayor of London. But what does it take to be a great leader? Dominic Mahony gives some advice. The next mayor must have the ability to articulate a compelling vision for London – particularly in the build up to […]
News round-up
Read our selection of news headlines by clicking on the following news stories. Alternatively you can go to also on TrainingZone.co.uk to see all our news and features.Obama is a leader, Clinton is a managerAre people our greatest assets, asks Andrew Mayo?Small training compani3es needed for quality standard pilotHappiness at work is quantifiable, says new […]
Obama is a leader, Clinton is a manager
Pennsylvania may have voted for Clinton at the all-important primary but there is only one true leader, according to leadership expert John Fay.In the Pennsylvania primary, held on Tuesday, Hillary Clinton claimed a nine point lead over Barack Obama – in a vote which has been touted for months as being the decisive date in […]
Free thinking: Music to your ears
Music can teach us much about the art of presentation, says Martin Shovel. Those who really understand this and use metaphors to bring their presentations to life have an enormous advantage when it comes to engaging and persuading their audience. It’s been said that "all art constantly aspires towards the condition of music", but can […]
A third of the UK workforce is de-motivated
Nearly one in three (30%) UK employees is de-motivated in their current role, according to research published today by Investors in People UK. Significantly, 43% are considering taking action and leaving their job in the next 12 months, with those that have been in their job for one to two years most likely to want […]
Organisations fail to motivate managers
An Ashridge report has revealed that managers are motivated by challenging and interesting work, and not by high salary (as most companies believe). The report also reveals that most managers think their companies are not doing enough in terms of leadership development. And it paints a worrying picture of an average 60 hour working week, […]
Toxic leaders give business the kiss of death
Organisations are ‘destroying’ themselves by appointing the wrong leaders and creating a culture which actively discourages engagement.This is what professor Beverly Alimo-Metcalfe, chief executive of the Real World Group, told delegates at the Chartered Institute of Personnel and Development’s (CIPD) annual HRD conference in London this week. Alimo-Metcalfe, who was involved in a three-year research […]
HR leaders need to look in Johari’s window
A survey that aimed to discover the most important qualities for HR managers to display has revealed a surprising lack of self-awareness.The survey revealed an inconsistency between how senior people in HR see their leadership and how their employees see it – 71% of heads of HR describing themselves as willing or very willing to […]
Spotlight: We shine the light this week on Andrew Mayo
The training and coaching ‘bubble’ will eventually burst, says Andrew Mayo, leaving too many trainers chasing work. But there will always be a demand for real expertise and experience he says. He talks to TrainingZone.co.uk about the thrills of his job and not going with the flow. Name: Andrew Mayo Age: 63Job title: Professor of […]
Developing talent? Build on strengths
When nurturing talent, build on positives not negatives: an employee’s potential for growth lies in their greatest strengths, not weaknesses says Louise Hill. Many organisations now have some kind of talent management strategy in place, and chances are that if you don’t have one yet, you’re planning to start one soon. Relatively low unemployment, economic […]
A round-up of training news
Read what’s been in the headlines this week by clicking on the following news stories. Alternatively you can go to also on TrainingZone.co.uk to see a list of all our news and features.Globalisation prompts employers to extend diversityUK needs skilled migrants TrainerBase launches survey on the state of independent providers Albion launch £1 million training […]
Spotlight: We shine the light this week on David Pardey
David Pardey talks to TrainingZone.co.uk about the excitement of living on the edge, trying new things and asking ‘why’? Name: David PardeyAge: 58Job title: Senior manager, research & policy, Institute of Leadership & Management Brief description of the job that you do:Developing ILM’s research and knowledge base, and monitoring external policy developments to assess their […]
Trainer’s tip: Can you teach creativity?
Most businesses fail because they run out of ideas, says David Weeks. He believes that not only can you teach creativity, but it is essential for your company to survive. David Weeks of M1Creativity advises:Have your managers attended any workshops? Most organisations don’t put much value on creativity training – they want it done in […]
Management crisis? You need a training lifeline
We’re facing a crisis in management today, says Duncan Miles. But it can be avoided, and that’s where training and development come in. Managers are often chosen to manage because they are good at doing something else. People often find themselves developing within a specific competence area or profession such as an accountant, health specialist, […]
The future for L&D: All drugs and no rock and roll?
Best Headline 2008Less money, less development, more outsourcing, more coaching. Do everything else online – even though we know that doesn’t work. Are these the real trends in L&D or are we bamboozling ourselves with myths and half-truths? Graham O’Connell asks: Is the future all drugs and no rock and roll? Let’s talk money first […]
Management development: Mysterious route to wonderland?
Do practising managers have a clear idea of the path they need to travel to develop to their full potential? Or are they left to their own devices to find the best way home? Bob Selden suggests some ways organisations can provide a clear route to develop their leaders – and avoid them falling down […]
Negative bosses drain profits
Negative bosses are damaging the bottom line with unproductive working atmospheres.This is according to global management consultancy the Hay Group, that says the problem is becoming rife and, in the financial services sector alone, it is costing a whopping £8.5 billion in reduced profits.The study, based on research of over 2,800 business leaders across the […]
Trainer’s tip: You can lead a horse to water…
How do you tackle managers who are stuck in their bad, old habits and refuse to change? Several trainers offer their advice. Motivating is crucial says Nick Hindley:It seems you have a lack of motivation from the managers concerned here. I would drive the agenda in two ways.Firstly, carry out some work with the team […]