Management

Being a manager is complicated. Every day is spent problem-solving, tracking performance, productivity, and expenses. At the same time, you need to monitor staff attendance, satisfaction, morale, and more. One problem you can do without is employee absence. Unfortunately, it’s…

The Sunk Cost Fallacy is used to describe throwing good resources after bad. It’s when you’ve invested time and resources into doing something, and continue to invest in the project even when you know it is likely to fail. As…

If you have ever built something yourself, then you’ll know how good it feels. That’s the IKEA effect. It’s something that all managers should be aware of because it can make a significant difference to employee motivation. What Is The…

They say confidence is essential for success in business; or in any part of life. However, there is such a thing as overconfidence. The Dunning-Kruger effect is a reflection of overconfidence and the damage it can do in the workplace.…

A good manager always makes sure they are understood. It’s not always easy, and it can be frustrating when, despite your best efforts, your team doesn’t perform as intended. The issue doesn’t always lie with your team. Sometimes, your own…

Flexible is here to stay – so managers need to adapt. This means facing new challenges in maintaining productivity, trust, and cohesion. Managing hybrid and remote teams demands a blend of strong communication, thoughtful leadership, and strategic planning. This guide…

Becoming a line manager is a significant career milestone, offering opportunities to lead, influence, and drive results. But stepping into this role requires more than just ambition. To truly thrive, aspiring line managers must develop a solid foundation of leadership…

Line management is more than just overseeing work. It’s about building trust, supporting people, and driving results. Whether you’re preparing for your first leadership role or already managing a team, line manager skills can transform both your performance and your…

Confidence in management and public speaking isn’t born, it’s built. And it’s built through a process known as the confidence loop. Whether you’re giving your first team update or speaking on a main stage, every speaker starts the same way:…

As a manager, one of your most important responsibilities is helping your team grow and perform. Sometimes that means delivering constructive feedback. But here’s the challenge: how do you give honest feedback that helps someone improve, without leaving them feeling…

Everyone is talking about AI – but how many people understand how it will be controlled and implemented day-to-day in the workplace? The results of our survey were concerning, showing distinct inequalities between men and women, between older workers and…

Keeping staff is absolutely vital to the success of your business. Getting the right people in place and keeping them is something that business owners have front of mind. But how hard is it? What causes people to leave their…