CEO's Blog

Read the latest thoughts, analysis, and observations from CMI's Chief Executive, Ann Francke OBE.

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Topic: Personal Development

A day in the life of Dr Ajit Menon: organisational development consultant

Ajit tells us how to select a business partner, the importance of bedtime stories and how he solves complex cultural problems

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Topic: Productivity

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

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Topic: Personal Development

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

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Topic: Equality and Diversity

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

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Topic: Productivity

Productivity – are we measuring it correctly?

Measuring productivity just on output isn’t useful for managers – you should measure by value and impact too

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Topic: Personal Development

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

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Topic: Personal Development

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

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Topic: Communication

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

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Topic: Workplace Culture

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

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Topic: Difficult Conversations

The five issues keeping me awake at night

A top chief operating officer shares his post-lockdown, post-Brexit concerns

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