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When “Good Enough” Isn’t Good Enough
There’s a big difference between putting a plaster on a sore… and actually healing it.One covers things up temporarily. The other requires expertise, time, and a willingness to understand what’s going on beneath the surface. In learning and development, this...
Case Study: Strengthening Engagement and Wellbeing within HMCTS
Karen Notaro, Head of Employee Experience at His Majesty’s Courts & Tribunals Service (HMCTS) describes the evolution of the project and the journey we took together to create the solution they were looking for:The Challenge HMCTS set out to improve employee...
Agile Learning: A Story of Relevance, Responsibility and Real Change
On an autumnal morning, in a quiet training room tucked away in an area of a community building, twelve managers gathered around a set of tables arranged in a semi-circle. They represented different charities, different missions and vastly different personal journeys...
Change Management in Mergers and Acquisitions
Why Involving a Change Management Agency Early in a Merger or Acquisition Sets Everyone Up for Success Mergers and acquisitions (M&A) are bold moves. They reflect ambition, growth, and strategic evolution. But while the business case might be strong, the human...
Change Orienteering
Give Me a Map, Not a Maze Change succeeds when people are at the centre of it. There is a way to make this happen, by giving them the right resources and enabling them to own the change. “In 2022, the average employee experienced 10 planned enterprise changes”...
Autopressure: The Hidden Stress We Put On Ourselves
What Is Autopressure? Autopressure is the self-imposed stress that individuals place on themselves, often driven by internal expectations, perfectionism, and a desire to succeed. Unlike external pressures from managers, deadlines, or workplace demands, autopressure...
The Role of a Manager is becoming that of a Coach
In the past, managers were often seen as authoritative figures, leaders who directed, supervised, and made key decisions for their teams. However, in today’s rapidly evolving business world, this traditional model is being replaced by a more dynamic and supportive...
Let’s Talk About the EDI Elephant in the Showroom
Imagine walking into a car dealership, about to spend thousands of pounds on a new vehicle, only to be disregarded as they start to talk to your male partner, assuming you're not the one making the decisions. Not a scene from a 1970s sitcom, but a 2024 reality. ...
Driving Behaviour Change Through Focused Training and Engagement Solutions
In today’s rapidly evolving business landscape, change is the only constant. Organisations must not only adapt to shifting markets, technologies, and customer needs but also cultivate a culture of continuous improvement amongst their employees. At the heart of this...
Bridging the Empathy Gap
97% of CEOs say all levels of their organisation are empathic. Only 69% of employees agree. This is a 28% empathy gap - the disconnect between employees and those in leadership or management positions, where leaders and managers fail to understand, perceive, or...
Why should you encourage information sharing?
Information sharing is the foundation for building strong teams and a positive organisational culture. It creates an environment of trust, collaboration, and transparency that fosters employee engagement, innovation, and adaptability. It should be a big part of...
The benefit of creating open two-way communication with your team members.
Guaranteeing open and participative two-way communication is crucial for several reasons, both in personal and professional contexts. Why should you prioritise and ensure open and participative communication? ✔️ Effective Information Exchange: Open and participative...
Shared work goals, how do you make them work?
Encouraging shared work goals is essential for fostering teamwork, collaboration, and achieving organisational success. Here are some steps to encourage shared work goals and why it's important to do so: ✔️ Clearly Define Organisational Goals: Start by clearly...
How to embrace trust and empathy in the workplace: a quick guide.
Displaying trust, empathy, and showing that you care is essential for building positive relationships with colleagues and fostering a healthy and productive work environment. When these power skills are embraced and demonstrated by managers, they have the potential...
Becoming an Effective Manager for Your Team: A Brief Guide
As a leader, being an effective manager for your team is not just about giving orders and expecting results; it's about fostering growth, teamwork, and motivation. Here's a brief guide on how to be an effective manager for your team. ✔️ Build Strong Relationships: ...