Read the latest thoughts, analysis, and observations from CMI's Chief Executive, Ann Francke OBE.
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Topic: Difficult Conversations
Tricky colleagues and how to handle them
First, you need to know that your own behaviour may be the first step in solving the problem…
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Topic: Productivity
How to build an effective team: focus on just 3 things
Teams reflect their management. So being an effective, proactive manager increases your team’s chances of achieving success
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Topic: Difficult Conversations
How to Get the Graduates and Old Guard Collaborating on Your Team
Different generations have different approaches to communication. Get them talking, and you can develop richer and more innov
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Topic: Productivity
How to Set Up a Hack Week
Hack weeks are all about empowering your teams to make innovation happen. Could they work in your organisation?
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Topic: Personal Development
Functional Stupidity, And How To Deal With It
Many organisations and teams unwittingly suffer from “functional stupidity” – but what actually is it?
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Topic: Employability
Reflections on National Apprenticeship Week 2020
What a week! So many people, of all ages, finding their path in life through apprenticeships. Yes, there are a few problems w
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Topic: Personal Development
The 20 Hottest Leadership Ideas And Thinkers In 2020
This year’s CMI Management Book of The Year competition focuses on the future of management and leadership. It’s t
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Topic: Personal Development
Good Impressions? Nail Them Like An Influencer
If you’re about to launch into the workplace or a new career, it will help to build your personal brand online.
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Topic: Personal Development
Lessons On Resilience From A Former Senior Police Officer
Gill Wootton is used to working in high-stress environments combating organised crime in the UK. Now she’s a career coach her
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Topic: Personal Development
How To Make Everyone Love Your Ideas
You might be an influencer on Instagram, but how’s your influencing game in the professional world?
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