Feeling Undermined at Work? Here’s Exactly What to Do

Written by Nicola Richardson, Founder of The People Mentor.Nicola has spent over 40 years working with leaders and managers on the conversations that feel too hard to have, including this one. This article explores what feeling undermined at work looks like, why it happens, and what managers, employees and small business leaders can do to … Read more

Workplace Conversations Support

Difficult conversations support for managers For founders and leaders who want high-performing, low-drama teams. Helping UK business owners close the gap when people issues keep landing back on them. When managers avoid difficult conversations, standards slip, tension builds and problems escalate. This page outlines the practical support available to help your managers handle difficult conversations … Read more

Why Your Care Sector Staffing Crisis and Neurodiversity Have More in Common Than You Think

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I want to share two numbers with you. Just sit with them for a moment before we go any further. The first: the UK care sector is facing one of the most serious staffing shortages it has ever seen. Vacancies remain stubbornly high, agency costs are eating into already tight margins, and good people are … Read more

How to Stop Micromanaging Your Small Business Team 

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If you’re wondering how to stop micromanaging your team, the fact that you’re asking the question is already a good sign. Most micromanagers don’t realise they are one. They think they’re being thorough, or maintaining standards, or keeping the business on track. They’re creating a team that can’t move without permission and a business that … Read more

The Manager’s Academy

The People Problems Your Managers Are Not Handling Are Becoming Your Problems Practical management training for SME businesses, giving your managers monthly support so fewer people problems reach your desk. Join the Academy – Just £57/month Only £57 per month  Interested in group membership for your organisation? Book a call  The Manager’s Academy UK is a … Read more