Read the latest thoughts, analysis, and observations from CMI's Chief Executive, Ann Francke OBE.
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Topic: Governance
Time to become an activist-manager…?
In the post-Covid era, managers must speak truth to power and stand up for those disadvantaged by old-school practices
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Topic: Governance
How to be a little less Trunchbull
Here’s a little snapshot into Captain Holt and Miss Trunchbull’s management styles
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Topic: Personal Development
My career: from accidental manager to business founder
My first management role was on team of seven – here’s my career-long story of on-the-job learning and development
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Topic: Equality and Diversity
“Mid-life for women is where ageism meets sexism”
Senior women nurture workforces, and have the clout to force change – so why are many organisations dispensing with them?
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Topic: Personal Development
Coaching or mentoring: what’s the difference?
Quite frequently the words ‘coaching’ and ‘mentoring’ are used as if they’re one and the same. They’re not.
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Topic: Employment Landscape
Be a big-picture leader: ten ideas that will shape tomorrow
We boiled down the 2021 CMI Management Book of the Year shortlist to these ten insights…
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Topic: Crisis Management
The Rise and Fall of the European Super League – 6 key lessons for leaders everywhere
Much has been said about the ill-fated project to create a breakaway football league for Europe’s elite football clubs
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Topic: Workplace Culture
Cliques at work: is your culture damaging employees’ mental health?
One Chartered Manager and CMI Companion who’s suffered workplace bullying and harassment on the danger of cliques
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Topic: Mental Health and Wellbeing
Tips for managers on keeping stress at bay
Stress can quickly turn from feeling under pressure to burnout – how can we reduce stress in our day-to-day lives?
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Topic: Workplace Culture
Relationships are the scaffolding of good wellbeing
Here’s why not mentioning work can boost relationships and wellbeing and stop ‘transactional’ conversations
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