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Interview questions for managers
Perhaps you are new to management? Perhaps you are well-established in a management role, but a bit of a novice when it comes to hiring? Maybe you’re an experienced recruiter and are part of a...
Managing redundancy
Redundancy is a word that strikes fear and uncertainty into most people. Even if you are voluntarily leaving a business, being on the end of a redundancy notice can create feelings of loss,...
How to deal with stress at work
It’s perfectly normal to be affected by stress, both in your personal life but also at work. Perhaps you are not getting on with someone at work and it’s affecting your confidence and...
Building confidence as a leader
If you're a leader who needs to influence others, perhaps taking part in key committee work, working as an advisor or program leader, or if you're a leader who in these unprecedented and...
What to do if you don’t like your job or didn’t plan for it
When planning to write this blog the original title was ‘How to succeed in a new job’. A reasonable endeavour and important topic in its own right. Then consider the current economic climate, the...
Starting a new job checklist
Our top selling Notebook Mentor during 2020 has thus far been ‘The 1st 90 days in my new job’ – surprising really given everything that has gone on. Out there, people like you are still finding...
Wellbeing at work during Covid-19
Prioritising, monitoring and supporting people’s wellbeing at work is paramount. That doesn’t change in the midst of a pandemic. If anything, it becomes all the more important. The workplace is a...
Interviews and how to make a good impression
If you’ve secured an interview slot with a recruiter or employer, congratulations! You’ve already reached a significant milestone. The fact that someone wants to see you is a win! The vast...
How mentoring can benefit personal development
Before we talk in detail about how mentoring can benefit personal development, let’s explain exactly what mentoring is. It’s worth doing this because often there is confusion between mentoring...
