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The Ultimate 5-Minute Guide to Boost Self-Awareness for Managers and Leaders
Self-awareness is the beating heart of great leadership. It’s the ability to understand your emotions, behaviours, and the way they influence others. Why does this matter? Leadership isn’t just about strategy or hitting targets. It is about building trust, inspiring teams, and fostering collaboration.
Mastering the Art of Communication: How to Capture Your Boss' Attention
Have you also felt that communicating effectively with your boss can sometimes feel like navigating through a whirlwind?
With their packed schedules and a constant stream of information, grabbing their attention and holding it long enough to convey your message requires a well-thought-out approach.
Your Growth Matters: Here’s What the Best Leaders Do Differently
Have you thought about what sets great leaders apart? They do more than talk about your potential, they actively invest in making it a reality.
When you think about the people who have truly shaped your career, who comes to mind? Chances are, it is not the ones who only gave you advice or encouragement.
It is the ones who took action - the leaders who invested their time, energy, and resources to help you grow.
How to Tackle Your To-Do List Like a Pro (Without the Stress and Overwhelm!)
Have you ever looked at your to-do list and felt a wave of panic? That sinking feeling as your eyes scan endless tasks, wondering where to even begin? I have definitely been there, staring at a mountain of tasks and wondering where to begin.
While I am always exploring new ways to make life easier...
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Navigating Disruptive Change: Essential Tips for Managers
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Disruptive change is hitting managers hard in 2024, and navigating this turbulent landscape requires innovative strategies and proactive measures. Based on insights from Gallup and other leading resources, here are some essential tips to thrive in this dynamic environment...
The Silent Crisis: Employee Wellbeing in 2024 - A Wake-Up Call for Global Leaders
In today's fast-paced world, the silent crisis of employee wellbeing has reached a critical juncture. Gallup's 2024 State of the Global Workplace report reveals alarming insights into the mental health and engagement levels of employees worldwide, painting a stark picture that demands...
Common Communication Pitfalls at Work: Navigating Gender Dynamics and Enhancing Authority
Effective communication is crucial in the workplace, impacting everything from teamwork and productivity to career advancement. However, various communication pitfalls can undermine professional success. These pitfalls often manifest differently between men and women, influencing how individuals are perceived by their colleagues and superiors.
Finding the Courage to Ask for a Promotion: Read Emma’s Story
For years, Emma had been diligently managing her team, ensuring that projects were completed on time and within budget. Her performance reviews were always positive, and she had even received a couple of awards for her contributions. Despite all this...
The Bias Blind Spot: A Roadblock to Managerial Growth
As a manager, your role involves making countless decisions daily, from strategic planning to team dynamics. But what happens when your judgement is clouded by a hidden force? This phenomenon, known as the "bias blind spot," is a cognitive bias where individuals can see bias in others but fail to recognise it in themselves. This oversight can severely hinder personal...
Thriving in Leadership: A Guide to Supporting New Managers in Scientific and Tech Companies
Today’s newsletter is a personal topic for me and an important one for any organisation that wants to thrive i.e. how to support your new managers. If you are an HR professional or a senior manager in a scientific or tech company, you are probably aware that promoting brilliant employees to managerial roles does not always guarantee success in those roles.
Leading in the Age of AI: Empowering Managers in Science and Technology
The rise of artificial intelligence (AI) in the workplace has become a defining characteristic of the 21st century, particularly in the science and technology sectors. Managers, often seen as the bridge between top leadership and...
How to Hire a Great Project Manager
Hiring the right project manager (PM) can make or break your project's success and impact on your wider business. A great PM not only leads teams effectively but also ensures projects are delivered on time, within scope, and on budget so you want to...
Building Resilience for Managers in Science and Tech: Strategies, Exercises, and Real-Life Lessons
In the fast-paced, high-pressure world of science and technology, resilience is more than just a buzzword. It is an essential tool for thriving as a leader. Whether you are leading an innovative project or managing a team through constant change, resilience is your foundation.
From Scientist to Project Manager: How to Make the Leap
Are you a scientist or technical expert looking to shift into project management? You are not alone. Many team leaders in science and technology find themselves craving a broader impact - one where they steer the ship rather than work solely at the bench or in the data mine. However, transitioning from scientist to project manager (PM) requires more than just an interest in leading projects. It involves developing specific skills, embracing new perspectives, and...
Leading the Way to a Sustainable Future in Biotech
In a world where environmental challenges and social responsibility are becoming paramount, sustainable leadership is no longer a nice-to-have - it is a must. For managers in science and tech, the intersection of sustainability and innovation presents a unique opportunity. By adopting sustainable leadership practices...
Beyond the Basics: Innovative Ways to Truly Support and Empower Your Team
Gone are the days when simply offering work-life balance and feedback ticked all the boxes for good management. Today, teams need more from their leaders. If you want to build a thriving, resilient team, here are some forward-thinking strategies that go beyond the basics.
It's not just about being approachable. Actively foster an environment where failure is seen as a learning opportunity, not something to be feared.
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