Ever since Daniel Goleman’s book “EQ”, appreciation for the role of emotional intelligence within leadership and the workplace has grown. Emotional Intelligence may be defined as: The ability to recognise emotions and respond appropriately (in one’s own conduct as well as dealings with others) The ability to express and manage one’s emotions in an effective […]
The worst thing you can do for diversity is to do nothing. If your company is anything like the average, you have serious representation issues at all levels. You are likely paying men more than women. You are not recognising the work of women, and especially women of colour, when it comes to promotions. Your […]
Most business owners will tell you that if there’s one certainty that comes with running a business it’s this: the unexpected can and does happen. In other words, things don’t always go according to plan. Whether it’s an unexpected tax bill, equipment breakdown, or late invoice payment, many unforeseen things in business can spell disaster […]
Since the start of the coronavirus pandemic, a significant percentage of the working population has moved to remote working. Although the worst of the pandemic has been and gone, there are still huge numbers of employees who have elected to continue working either fully remotely, or on a hybrid basis. In fact, remote work statistics […]
According to new research, businesses looking to survive the “Great Resignation” should consider offering remote and flexible working options, though remain aware that this alone isn’t necessarily enough to retain top talent. HR software provider CIPHR recently surveyed over 220 UK employers to discover how the increasingly competitive talent market has impacted their recruitment drives […]
David Martin, CEO and founder of Be Known Communications, explains why personal content can work on LinkedIn. Whether you look at LinkedIn as a social media site or a digital publishing forum (personally, I go with the latter), I think we can all agree that LinkedIn is primarily a platform designed for building personal connections […]
We all know that the world of business has never been so fast-paced and uncertain, and it means that CEOs around the world are facing ever-increasing pressures on both a personal and professional level. Leading a business is no longer just about profit, it is about the wellbeing of the people in your organisation. It […]
80% of businesses with less than 500 employees make it through their first year, and only 50% of small companies make it to their fifth year. While this may seem daunting, there are ways small businesses can overcome some of the most common financial challenges. 1. Inconsistent Cash Flow Inconsistent cash flow can be caused […]
Rohin Dhand is the founder and CEO of Dhand Capital, a UK-based investor which starts, acquires and grows companies in sectors such as property development, construction and facilities management. With offices in London and Leeds, Dhand Capital’s core Group companies include property developer Mayfair Group Investment, main construction contractor Dhand Construction and Penguin FM, a facilities […]
Pete Evans, Managing Partner of SalesStar UK, addresses how much attention businesses should give to ethics. Every business wants to be seen to be ethical in practice, but often things happen in the background which fall under the radar meaning the claim of being ethical isn’t actually fully true. Why does this happen? Because the […]
Take the workplace, for example. Where the office was previously viewed as the central hub of all working activities, underpinned by strict 9-to-5 cultures and the demand for permanent occupancy, the need for social distancing to protect lives demonstrated to employers and employees alike that home working is both possible and, in several ways, preferable. […]
Over 3,000 employees at 60 UK companies will trial a four-day working week, in what is considered to be the largest pilot scheme of its kind. The scheme will run from June to December and will involve employees from a diverse range of businesses and charitable organisations, including the Royal Society of Biology, a Manchester-based […]
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