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How to successfully navigate Blue Monday

This time of year can be hard for some people: the Christmas break is fading into memory, pay day is still a couple weeks away and the weather is grey and cold. It's no wonder that by the third Monday in January we’re hit with the blues. Life gets... read more

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How to build a relationship with your virtual boss

Working virtually requires taking a proactive approach for building a relationship with your boss. To develop trust, ensure clear communication, and establish accountability: Set rules for communication. People on virtual teams assume that... read more

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How to get into the CEO’s inner circle

How to get into the CEO’s inner circle. In many companies, a lot of the decision-making power resides with the CEO’s inner circle. Members of this elite club wield a disproportionate amount of influence, which is why most executives want to... read more

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How to get the support you need

The old adage "It's not what you know, it's who you know" is truer than ever in today's organisations. But how do you know whom to know? Here are three types of networks it pays to have: Personal. Form relationships with people who help you get... read more

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How to communicate like a great leader

The modern workplace increasingly requires greater creativity hence why being able to communicate your ideas effectively is vital. You can have a brilliant idea but if you are unable to convince others to believe in your vision, your influence and... read more

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How to generate breakthrough ideas

Have you ever tried to get the team together for a last-minute meeting - whether it is to go over something urgent or to discuss ways to improve sales? It turns out, these urgent (and often inconvenient) meetings are not very productive.... read more

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How to navigate the autumn statement

Chancellor Jeremy Hunt delivered his autumn statement today, outlining around £55bn worth of tax hikes and spending cuts. Here are some of the key announcements:  The income at which the highest earners start paying the 45% top tax rate is... read more

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How to rally the troops in a time of crisis

As a leader, what you say and how you say it matters - especially when your organisation is facing a challenge. In times like these, motivation is not about scaring employees into working harder with threats and blame, but inspiring them to... read more

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How to overcome a fear of learning

Do you struggle to get started with learning a new skill? Skill development is a top priority for 83% of our subscribers. As vital as it is to gain new skills, what happens when you have a fear of learning? Grappling with the unfamiliar can be anxiety-... read more

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How to protect yourself from workplace burnout

How to protect yourself from workplace burnout. Establishing boundaries on the first day of your new job is critical but often overlooked. Before starting a new job spend a few minutes reflecting on how burnouts manifested in your previous jobs to... read more