Kindness in Business
Rather than viewing kindness as a soft skill or an afterthought, businesses which recognise it as a strategic asset are giving themselves an edge that can help them thrive in today's competitive business landscape.
Giving (and receiving) Recognition at Work
When we feel valued and appreciated for our contributions, it boosts morale and enhances motivation and engagement across the board. It also models a behaviour that can have a positive impact on workplace culture, if replicated by others.
The Benefits of Humour in the Workplace
Seven compelling reasons why humour should be encouraged at work. Embracing appropriate humour in the workplace has benefits that go beyond just making the office a fun place to be.
Covert humour for managers
Appropriate humour raises morale and protects mental health. But, in times of crisis nobody likes stand out as the only cheerful person in the office. Covert Humour for Managers shows you how to us humour strategically to benefit the staff and the organisation.
Professional Networking: Is It Worth the Time and Money
'Let buyer beware' is sound advice when navigating the oceans of networking possibilities. Be critical in your thinking, do your due diligence, and do not be swayed by your eagerness to promote your business.
Learning and Development, Horses, and Drinking
It can be tough motivating people to attend training. But then why would people be interested if they don't value their own development? Helping employees to understand why personal growth is important may be a route to better take-up.
What Do you Want Employee Training to Do?
What do you want employee training to do? It’s all very well using words like ‘inspire’, ‘motivate’ and ‘engage’, but these don’t describe what attendees should be able to do differently, or better, as a result of their training. Understanding your outcomes before you book the training will help you design content that works, and save money.
Being Self-Employed – When the Daily Grind Is Too Much
Switching to being self-employed is a brave choice and not for the faint-hearted, but it can be hugely rewarding and much better for your self-esteem, levels of confidence, and mental health in general.
Monday Blues – Try a Different Approach
You may be approaching the coming week with trepidation. But don't let the Monday blues get you. You can take control of your life in a new way. So why not start today?
Consultancy
'Consultant' is an abstract term that can mean different things in different contexts. For clarity I'm outlining what it means in my case.
