Because of a lack of focus on soft skills in schools and because many managers are promoted into their roles because of the technical skills they displayed in previous positions, many managers, new and seasoned alike, do not possess the essential leadership skills required to manage a team. …
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The next Prime Minister: 6 soft skills for the UK’s next leader
While there is still some speculation over to who will fill May’s shoes, Britains next PM will require a specific set of skills to get the job done. Here are the 6 soft skills the UK’s next Prime Minister will need. …
Teambuilding: 5 ways for managers to build team trust
A reliable leader is integral to any team but team trust doesn’t happen overnight and it is up to managers to build it up. Adopting these 5 habits will have you running a dream team in no time! …
The 7 most essential soft skills for techies
Soft skills don’t stop at creative or people-facing jobs. There are many soft skills that can not only come in handy but are essential for success in tech roles as well. Here are 7 of the most important soft skills for techies. …
7 Tips to offer employees actionable learning
It is all well and good to train employees, but if they cannot actively apply new skills to their workplace, the efforts of L&D professionals will be in vain. …
Signs of a toxic relationship with a boss
Most professionals have worked under good bosses, bad bosses and everything in between. However, there are a few habits that form between some leaders and their employees that can be unhealthy and unfair. Here are 5 signs you’re in a toxic relationship with your boss….
Soft skills in sport: 6 soft skills every sportsperson needs
Becoming a legendary sportsperson requires a set of skills that the rest of us can use in our everyday lives. Here are the 6 soft skills that every sportsperson needs and how everyone can learn from them. …
GDPR: 6 Tips for managers
As a manager or business owner, it is important that you have a good understanding of what GDPR means for you, your business, your employees and your clients. That’s why we’ve got GDPR 6 tips for managers. …