Managing stress in the workplace is a hot topic. After all, the biggest asset a successful company has is its people. However, no matter how much the issue is talked about, progress is slow. Research conducted by the HSE (Health and Safety Executive), found that over 480,000 people in the UK stated that work-related stress…
Managing conflict in the workplace. Something we all have to deal with at some point. When it comes to business training, this is a popular topic. You might be dealing with a disruptive team member, colleagues not getting along, or a complete breakdown in morale. Whatever for the conflict takes, it creates an uncomfortable work…
Conducting an appraisal to look at an employee’s performance is, in principle, straightforward. However, conducting a SUCCESSFUL appraisal is quite another matter. How many times have you left your own appraisal feeling like nothing much has been achieved? If you know that feeling, you’ll want to ensure that your team doesn’t experience the same. In…
Why brainstorm? Surely it would be more efficient for a decision-maker to identify a course of action and just stick to it? Wrong. In most cases, the individual closest to a problem isn’t best placed to reach the most effective solution. Too much involvement can actually be a hinderance in such situations. Here we take…
Public speaking is one of the most common phobias professional people face. But it’s a fear we have to overcome because at some point, we all have to do for one reason or another. When it comes to public speaking in your career, you won’t want to just get through it, you’ll want to ace…
Our latest blog looks at how to improve your company culture and what that involves. Generally, good companies have a lower staff turnover. If a lot of people are coming and going, it’s a good indication that the work environment is less than desirable or their needs aren’t being met. If you’re considering approaching a…
Too often, assertive communication in business is wrongly perceived as negative in connotation. In reality, studies have shown that assertiveness actually improves our relationships and enhances our likability. Here we take a look at why, when it comes to business, assertive communication is the key to success. ASSERTIVE COMMUNICATION IS GOOD FOR BUSINESS At Courtney…
Communication: the art of understanding and being understood, and connecting with others verbally, visually and physically. Communication is how we share value and meaning, so whilst communication might well be cliché, it’s absolutely critical. And here’s why…….. SUCCESS AT WORK Communication skills are not just a desirable requirement; they’re necessary at all stages of the…
When it comes to success, we always seem to want more than we have. A bigger house, a better office; people across the globe are striving for a level of fulfilment that’s hard to achieve. Helping you to realise your potential and achieve success is our bread and butter. In our experience, when people feel like…
Having a top team is critical when it comes to the success of your business. Maybe you’ve had a life-changing idea and are creating a start-up. Perhaps you’re already running a well-established company that should be performing better than it is. To overcome any challenges your company faces, you need an all-star team. Here, we…