“Double Standards”
The recent announcement that Network Rail bosses are getting 6 figure bonuses despite failing to achieve corporate targets hardly caused a ripple. Apart from the … Read more
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Employees as assets
It is ironic – and not a little frustrating! How often have you heard a colleague or senior executive say, “Our people are our greatest … Read more
Don’t be a blind follower!
The HR news this week has hardly been encouraging, and brings to mind rather forcibly the adage “If a blind man leads a blind man, … Read more
Employee Engagement & the Holy Grail
What do happiness and employee engagement have in common? Actually it may be more than you think. In fact it is quite possible that they … Read more
Will RISES prevent a fall?
After writing about values for the past few weeks, it seems only appropriate to pause to consider the new values-based direction that Barclays Bank is … Read more
The Core of Effective Communication
Effective communication is a life-skill and certainly a core competency for any leader. Whether you are trying to change the culture of your organisation, transform … Read more
Standing on the shoulders of …
Success is never a solitary achievement. Isaac Newton recognised this when he said, “If I have been able to see further it is because I … Read more