Management

Tips & advice to help you improve your performance

What It Is Quiet Firing and How to Spot It

Quiet firing is when a manager makes an employee’s job so uncomfortable or unrewarding that they choose to leave on their own. It’s a subtle form of neglect, responsibilities shrink, opportunities vanish, and communication fades until the message is clear: you’re no longer wanted here....

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Boreout at Work: A Manager’s Guide

Boreout is not just boredom. It is a serious issue that drains motivation, reduces performance and quietly drives good people out of your business. Unlike burnout, boreout often slips under the radar — especially in teams that seem quiet and compliant. But ignoring it comes...

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How to Prevent Poor Performance in the Workplace

You’ve probably heard of the phrase “Proper planning prevents poor performance.” It’s got several alternatives too! Poor performance in the workplace can be one of the trickiest issues for a manager to address. At best you’re identifying weaknesses in employees that they may not be...

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Workplace Trends for 2025 (Are You Prepared?)

Workplace trends are redefining how we work and succeed. Ever heard of ‘quiet quitting’? What about ‘bare minimum Mondays’ or ‘lazy girl jobs’? Dozens of new workplace trends have popped up over recent years – some starting important conversations and driving real change in the...

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Edward de Bono’s Six Thinking Hats

Edward de Bono’s Six Thinking Hats offers a powerful framework for enhancing decision-making and creating creative collaboration. As organisations strive to improve their management training, this innovative approach can help teams navigate complex challenges by encouraging diverse perspectives. The six thinking hats technique offers a...

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McGregor’s Theory X Theory Y

Have you ever wondered how McGregor’s Theory X Theory Y can influence your workplace dynamics? These contrasting theories offer deep insights into employee motivation and management styles. Understanding them is crucial for effective Management Training and creating a productive work environment. This blog delves into...

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A Guide to Performance Appraisal Types

Performance appraisals are critical to managing and evaluating employee performance in any organisation. Combined with management training and development, performance appraisals can help organisations achieve their objectives by promoting employee growth and contributing towards business success. As a manager, it is essential to understand the...

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The Honey and Mumford Learning Cycle

Have you ever come across or explored the Honey and Mumford Learning Cycle? This pivotal model, formulated by Peter Honey and Alan Mumford, sheds light on distinct learning styles that each individual may embody. It’s no surprise that the model is frequently covered in management...

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Boomerang Employees: Asset or Challenge?

Ever heard of the term Boomerang Employees? Like an actual Boomerang, Boomerang Employees are those who return to a former employer after a hiatus. This is something that is becoming more prevalent in today’s dynamic job market – especially after the pandemic. While their return...

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How To Carry Out Effective Employee Appraisals

When stepping into the world of employee appraisals, many perceive it as a mere checkpoint for promotions and salaries. Unfortunately, this mindset, often increased by inadequate management training, undervalues the appraisal’s genuine purpose. It’s less about assessing past performance and more about sculpting a brighter,...

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Overcoming Resistance To Change

In both our personal and professional lives, resistance to change can often serve as the invisible barrier to growth and innovation. While the notion of change may be alluring, the practicality of it often ignites a sense of discomfort, creating what we call “resistance to...

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Advantages and Disadvantages of Lewin’s Change Model

Change is an inevitable part of running any organisation. However, it’s not always easy to get people on board with changes, even positive ones. Lewin’s Change Management Model is a simple, effective strategy that can help team leaders and members navigate changes with ease. This...

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