Hello and welcome to my podcast. I’m Nicola from The People Mentor, and today I will talk about something every leader faces at some point: that moment when you notice tension in your team. You’ve probably felt that awkward silence in the room. You may have noticed a team member has gone quiet, or there’s … Read more
It is estimated that poor communication and collaboration tools cost businesses over £7,500 per employee per year. (Per Computer Weekly) Communication can be defined as a process by which information is exchanged between individuals through a common system of symbols, signs, or behaviour (source ) It is so easy to make a hash of communication … Read more
A lack of effective communication is a common complaint in many organisations, but it can be a particularly serious issue when organisations are going through periods of change. In times of change, employees need to know what is happening and why, and they need transparency, openness, and honesty from leaders. So how can you avoid … Read more
Communication is not as simple as one person speaking and the other person listening. If only! In business and in your personal life, clear communication leads to success and understanding. Here’s how to develop leadership communication skills you can draw on at any time. What Does Clear Communication Mean? Clear communication happens when the message … Read more
Have you been in those meetings where people ramble on and there seems to be no structure? Or a meeting where people are disinterested and gazing out of the window or at their phones? These meetings can seem like a real waste of time and it’s disheartening. I’ve sat in many meetings where I’ve thought … Read more