Blogs
This is a space for people to stay up-to-date with all the latest knowledge, opinions and commentary on management and leadership topics from some industry leaders.
5 Key Takeaways from Budget 2021
Read CMI’s immediate reaction to the 2021 Budget and Spending Review, delivered by Chancellor Rishi Sunak MP on 27/10/2021
Covid-19 and the new challenge to entrepreneurs
Despite their daring spirit, the pandemic has left entrepreneurs vulnerable. This is how to keep your venture thriving
Diversity and inclusion: 5 actions organisations should take right now
Helen Gordon CCMI shares The Science Council’s latest benchmarking report findings about diversity in STEM
Productivity – are we measuring it correctly?
Measuring productivity just on output isn’t useful for managers – you should measure by value and impact too
A vision for post-pandemic education and training
There’s big plans in Barnsley for delivering lifelong learning in the community and the skills that local organisations need
What does a good boss look like in 2021?
“A good boss is a good human being. Full stop,” explains McKinsey director and CMI Companion Tera Allas
How to do watercooler communication in a hybrid world
Help your employees transition more smoothly into hybrid working with this expert advice from comms guru Advita Patel
How to be creative in a pandemic
The secret, says this renowned creative agency leader, are “low-pressure moments” and bringing offline and online experiences
The five issues keeping me awake at night
A top chief operating officer shares his post-lockdown, post-Brexit concerns
“By going virtual, I cut expenses by 38% and employees by 0%”
To get the benefits of a geographically dispersed team, you need a new set of skills – and a new outlook
Why do men win at work?
While many employers invest in developing their best female talent, that attention is still not translating into appointments
The seven attributes you’ll need in a world of hybrid work
These are the critical competencies that the modern manager needs