The ability of an organisation to attract, develop, and retain exceptional talent can be the determining factor between flourishing and floundering. Research indicates that employee engagement, defined as bringing one's best and full self to work, is not merely a 'nice-to-have' but a critical business imperative.…
As another new year begins, it is customary to make a list of resolutions; all the ‘bad’ habits we’re going to break and the ‘good’ new behaviours we intend to adopt. Often though, our best intentions have lapsed by Burns Night. Instead of resolutions, we invite leaders to consider what it means to be resolute. …
Every business faces its own leadership challenges. But for growing SMEs these can feel particularly acute. Intense periods of change can leave fast-growing companies ricocheting from one new…
Some time ago, I was presented with the ultimate hospital pass in being challenged to create one successful Business Link out of five failing ones in the NW of England. Fortunately for me as Chair of…
The ambition to reach net zero limits the scope of what needs to be achieved – such a vision is one of limiting the damage done by business – a hollow purpose at best. An alternative vision would be one in which society enjoys good growth from business: aligned business value and social value. This is the focus of regenerative business.…
It's National Productivity week in the UK and with a wealth of experience in this area, where could you focus to improve your organisation's productivity? First off, treat your staff as well as you treat your customers.…
If we say countries and companies are ‘entities’ then 150 of the top 200 largest entities in the world, defined by size, are companies. This suggests that businesses should be playing a huge and crucial part in managing the planet and not leaving it to the politicians. Businesses developing a purpose is of paramount importance. …
Whilst some report that the Great Resignation is over, others maintain that employee attrition in 2023 is still a major concern for employers. So what can leaders and managers do to attract and retain people? …
