Talent Management versus Talent Development

I don't know about you, but I struggle with the term "talent management." Not because I don't understand the ideal, but because I am concerned … Read more

Where now for employee engagement?

Two significant items grabbed the headlines here in the UK this past week. Time alone will tell just how significant they prove to be but … Read more

Why people have to be MAD to engage!

The desire to make a difference is possibly one of the greatest motivational drivers we have as human beings. That's because it validates our sense … Read more

A key principle of employee engagement

In the past week nearly everywhere you turned you will have seen, read or heard tributes to Steve Jobs. What a testament to a remarkable … Read more

Partnering in tough times

No doubt you have noticed – we are going through tough times.  But, have you ever thought about what makes tough times tough? One factor … Read more

Do you have the leadership to inspire zeal and engender employee engagement?

 "The heart and soul of leadership – the essence of inspiring others." Those words of John J Murphy, from his book, "Leading with Passion", epitomise … Read more

Where people insight and sensitivity come into employee engagement

I nearly choked!  The irony was far too much for me. The cause of my discomfort was an article with the headline, "We can't lose … Read more

Overcome the small results indicative of small minds

It was so powerful it was like a blow to the solar plexus.  It was only a statement, but it took my breath away. One … Read more