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Understanding the Belbin Team Model and Identifying the Types in Your Team

The Belbin Team model is a great way to think about the roles being played in your team and how to identify and leverage their strengths.

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Five Steps to great Public Speaking

Public Speaking can have a great impact on your career. I recently had to host an all-hands session at work, and tried to capture the steps I take to get ready for speaking in front of a large group.

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Mastering the STAR model for success in interviews

Using the STAR model can help you structure your interview responses for success. This simple framework keeps you organised and makes your answers clear and impactful.

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More feedback tips: Using the COIN model.

Effective feedback is the currency of personal and professions growth. The COIN model is another straightforward and effective way to deliver feedback

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How to make good decisions. Start by building a good toolkit.

Making good decisions is crucial. Better decisions lead to better outcomes. Great decision making is a skill that can be developed with practice and some simple tools.

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How to maximise your impact in a Video Conference Job Interview

I'm continuing my series on interviews, with some tips on how to successfully navigate the video call. Either a screening, video submission or full interview - there are ways you can maximise your impact.

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21 Great Questions to Ask in Interviews

I've interviewed hundreds of people. I'm often surprised that people do not have questions ready for me. I've compiled a list of SOME of the best questions to ask, and what insight you might get if you ask.

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How to Stand Out in a Job Interview: Practical Tips from an Interviewer.

I have interviewed a lot of people. Great talent acquisition partners have helped me find great candidates. However, I have still met some very nervous people. I've put together some tips that can help you stand out in your next job interview.

How to Conduct a Mid-Year Review of Your Goals: A Step-by-Step Guide

I'm in the middle of a mid-year review cycle at work. As I pass the middle of the year, I'm also reflecting on my personal goals. This is a good time to pause and check on progress.

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Boost Your Professional Presence: Strategies for Personal Branding in the Workplace

Someone asked me this week to define how to go about building a personal brand at work. Here are the five steps I recommend to anyone trying to build their brand.

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25 ways to be a great manager

I've been a manager for nearly 30 years. Here are some of the best tips I've picked up along the way.

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The Art of Delegation: Techniques to Enhance Effectiveness

In the last two weeks, I’ve shared ways that delegation can help you handle urgent and less important tasks. This week, I’m looking into how you can improve your delegation skills.

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Supercharge your week.

My 10 question Friday review can help supercharge your week. So, grab a blank page and answer these questions to help you reflect, recognise your own progress and get focused for next week.

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👓 #205 - Clarity affords Focus

Learn ways to fuel your success by handling ambiguity like a pro, understand the ABC goal system and get ten more free sites that you should bookmark. Find out how to say ‘no’ and be happy, why sleep is the ally of creativity and play a fun daily movie game.