How to Influence People at Work

Are you sitting comfortably? Welcome to my series of podcasts that will help you to navigate those inevitable difficult events at work that are part of being a manager. Today I want to talk about how to influence people at work. If you want to be an effective leader or manager, you need to be … Read more

Want High Performing Teams? Balance Tasks and Relationships

Managers; are you task or people-oriented? Don’t worry, there’s no right or wrong answer. In the workplace, managers who focus on people help build good relationships and those who focus on tasks are the people who get things done. But if you want to build a high performing team, you need to balance tasks and … Read more

How to Overcome the Challenges of Managing Virtual Teams

One of the biggest challenges that managers have had to navigate during the Coronavirus pandemic is managing virtual teams. Amid the jokes about employees working in their pyjamas and the complaints about ‘Zoom fatigue,’ the shift to remote working has proven to be a huge challenge. While it’s true that some businesses will naturally be … Read more

There’s No ‘I’ in Team: How to Get the Best out of Your Team and Grow Your Business

Do you have a vision for your business, but often feel like your team aren’t getting behind it? And are there signs that your team don’t feel valued and supported by you, either? Have you ever shared your vision with them, included them in decision-making, and encouraged them to contribute ideas? If not, then you … Read more