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How to manage meetings involving senior leaders

A meeting of multiple time-starved executives is a massive commitment of resources. Focusing on low-stakes issues, like updates or presentations, often wastes valuable time. Instead, meetings among senior leaders should tackle the organisation’s most... read more

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How to cope with organisational change

While to whom you report rarely remains constant throughout your career, it might seem difficult to cope with feelings of uncertainty if your manager unexpectedly leaves the organisation. Sure you cannot control what’s coming next, but you can focus on... read more

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How to succeed as a first-time manager

First-time managers face many challenges on a daily basis. But there are some steps they can take to succeed in their role. Establishing a clear and open line of communication with your team is one such way, but that's not all. The other tactics that a... read more

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How to build a thriving workplace

To attract and retain the best talent in your industry, you need to offer candidates an inspiring, engaging workplace. Fortunately, transforming your company culture, adopting more transparent policies, and engaging your employees does not require a huge... read more

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How to beat the winter blues

The first couple of months of the year are the darkest and coldest and this can can impact your mood. Many of us are familiar with the saying “winter blues”, also known as winter depression or seasonal affective disorder [SAD] which is... read more

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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