Advice
Looking for advice and guidance? Whether you are looking for topical tips or information, you can find the latest advice and guidance from the CMI team here.
How older managers can stay relevant in a changed workplace
Does the modern workplace accentuate gaps between generations? How can we bridge the gap?
“Can I borrow you for a sec?”: Why busy managers need to be mindful of how they communicate
Better communication as a manager could make your job much easier
Happiness at work – why it matters and how managers play a vital role
Six lessons in building a happy workforce from the former CMI president and managing director of Waitrose
Fill your boots: How to succeed at succession
Chartered Managers share their top succession planning strategies
How to be a great manager while you’re on holiday
Chartered Managers share tips to ensure you get the summer break you deserve, without leaving your team in need of a vacation
Considering a career change? Do these six things first
Make sure you do the due diligence before embarking on a new path
Struggling to get your point across? Discover the art of explanation
Managers need to give clear explanations. In an extract from his book, BBC analysis editor Ros Atkins explains how to do it
Beware proximity bias and record your Zoom calls: How to smash hybrid management
Eradicate biases and allow your team members to see inside your process
How to say goodbye to old ways of working
How to get everyone on board with new ways of working – from how to be respectful of old habits, to the importance of praise
How to start writing your CMI Awards entry – and make it shine
Eight tips for crafting a compelling submission
Managers’ top gripes with hybrid working – and how to fix them
Your burning hybrid questions answered
How to become an even better manager
Insights from Ann Francke OBE, CMI chief executive, on how to become a better manager