Managing the new era of flexible working

In the post-Covid era of flexible work, physical and remote workspaces will coexist. But the question is: how can this fragmented set-up be effectively managed?

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Make your people part of the solution, even virtually

This year has presented companies with a series of seemingly insurmountable problems. But those that find ways to engage their employees in the design of solutions are likely to rise above the adversity.

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The difference between a mob and a crowd

How is it that sometimes when we come together in groups, we are extraordinarily brilliant, but at other times we are incredibly dumb? The answer is the difference between collective intelligence and groupthink.

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The four obstacles to corporate innovation

There are four main obstacles to corporate innovation that can stifle the potential of organisations of all sizes. Understanding how to overcome them is key to a healthy future for every business.

Aug 2020

We?re in a crisis! Why can?t we all just get along?

Even faced by a global pandemic, we don't seem able to bridge our tribal divides and leverage our differences to find solutions, rather than using them to further destroy us.

Aug 2020

Can employers demand staff take a COVID-19 test?

Could a compulsory Covid-19 test become part of our regular working routine? In this Q&A, we ask two UK lawyers about the complex legal issues employers need to consider.

Aug 2020

Staying afloat: USA Weightlifting

USA Weightlifting?s CEO, Phil Andrews, explains how his organisation has managed to stay afloat during the pandemic.

Aug 2020

Data, information and webmeetings

Turning raw data into meaningful information is a key part of a manager's job. And smart managers know that webinars or videoconferencing tools can help translate one into the other.

Aug 2020

Breakthrough innovation and corporate antibodies

If companies want to be on the leading edge of breakthrough innovation, they have to neutralize the corporate antibodies that try to kill any new ideas that threaten the status quo.

Aug 2020

Boost morale with a virtual event

Even if summer away-days and team-building events are off the agenda for the moment, there are still ways you can boost your team?s wellbeing and morale with in-person events that you can do remotely.

Jul 2020