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From intern to CEO in five years – and still learning
After becoming CEO, Max May decided to embark upon an apprenticeship to fill in his knowledge gaps – here’s his story
Post-Covid leadership: a critical perspective
We need leaders for the times – but with so much change over the past year, what does good management look like?
Early career advice for post-Covid job seekers
We asked recruitment experts the all-important question: what really makes someone hireable?
Thank God it’s Thursday! Busting the myths about the four-day week
As managers navigate returning to work post-Covid, we bust five myths about the four-day week
Management consultancy: what good looks like
As we emerge from the pandemic, many organisations will need assurance that they’re engaging with high-quality consultants
It’s OK To Not Be OK: mental health management tips
The pandemic has put mental health at the top of managers’ agendas, but it’s tricky to manage well.
What comes next? Behaviours that managers now need
Getting ‘back to normal’ will exert a huge pull in the coming months as restrictions ease and workplaces reopen.
Ten ways leaders can reduce workplace stress
As a manager, you need to know the warning signs and symptoms of stress in yourself and your team
How to give your team a sense of purpose: the do’s and don’ts
There are some clear behaviours that will – and won’t – unite your team as we phase back into offices and workplaces
‘Reboarding’: The art of the willing office return
Returning office workers will want secure, safe workspaces that are primarily for collaboration, not administration
Where are our disabled senior leaders?
Disabled people are significantly less likely to be employed as managers. We can address it, but only if we get uncomfortable
How to work with your people to shape the ‘new normal’
We got an in-depth briefing from deputy MD at Hitachi about developing a ‘hybrid’ working model in collaboration with staff