Articles
Non-execs boost growth at Plant Impact
When non-executive directors David McNeilly and Ed Sharkey took up their new roles a year ago, they became a key part of the team which is driving growth at flourishing AIM-listed Plant Impact plc. They share their experience of an exciting and challenging 12 months with 'Talent Matters'. (Autumn 2009) Read more...
Becoming a model leader
Much has been said and written about what makes an ideal leader. Judith Nicol of Athene Coaching has developed an innovative leadership model based on the consultancy's work with clients in senior roles at major companies. Here, she outlines this new approach and the benefits it can bring to both individuals and their organisations. (Autumn 2009) Read more...
Finding opportunity in adversity
The rigours of the recession have caused many businesses to take a long, hard look at themselves. Warren Partners is no exception, and managing director Joëlle Warren believes the company has emerged in strong shape to deliver an even better service to clients and candidates.
Among the key lessons were the importance of maintaining morale and open lines of communication, enabling the company to gain 100% staff satisfaction ratings. Both clients and candidates also relied on strategic advice from the Warren Partners team on responding to the difficult economic climate and preparing for the upturn. (Autumn 2009) Read more...
Get good directions at the career crossroads
The timing of your next career move isn't always within your control, especially in the current climate. Redundancy, downsizing, a merger or takeover may be the catalyst for that call to the head-hunter. But who do you contact, how do you assess the opportunities out there and define what you have to offer? (Spring 2009) Read more...
Building a winning team
Major sports are no longer the preserve of enthusiastic amateurs and lifelong fans, but multi-million pound businesses with highly paid stars and a global customer base. Almost two years after taking over as Chief Executive of UK Athletics (UKA), Niels de Vos reflects on the challenges of making the governing body fit for the future. (Spring 2009) Read more...
Warren Partners on the crest of a WAVE
Training sometimes takes a back seat in tough economic times, but not at Warren Partners. Building on an experienced team of three practitioners, the company has invested in a major programme to train a further ten consultants and researchers in using the highly-regarded and innovative Saville Consulting WAVE personality profiling tools. (Spring 2009) Read more...
Switching on the power in the boardroom
Most ambitious managers want a boardroom seat. But being a custodian of the company’s future success and corporate values is very different from leading a department. Alison Clarke, HR director at United Utilities Group PLC, has valuable insight into this transition. (Winter 2008) Read more...
Driving home the good news
Helping a newly-listed business to communicate effectively with the City, customers and employees was the challenge facing Julie Gaskell when she became Head of Communications at leading logistics company Stobart Group in January 2008. With half a dozen acquisitions during 2008 - including the purchase of Southend Airport - the company is definitely travelling in the fast lane. 'Talent Matters' spoke to Julie about the exciting ride so far. (Winter 2008) Read more...
WP five get on their bikes for charity
Five determined female board directors faced up to the challenge of cycling across Cuba and raised over £17,000 to help improve the health of women and babies. (Winter 2008) Read more...
Tim Kemp explains the merits of MBAs to the Manchester Evening News
The things you do outside of the office can have a significant impact on your career. (Summer 2008) Read more...
Tim Kemp contributes to UK Construction
Different benefits appeal to different employees. (Summer 2008) Read more...
Sara Gemmell contributes to Recruiter
Recruitment firms must up their game during the current economic downturn. (Summer 2008) Read more...
