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A good NED for business (June 2008) Non-executive directors are not just for large corporates. Louise Druce looks at the benefits for small businesses Do you want Good Managers or Inspirational Leaders?(May 2008) If you want truly sensational leaders then focus on the practical and ditch the theoretical hot air, says Steve Miller. Is it really essential that they understand theories to the 'enth degree', he asks? Instead, he suggests five key areas for leadership development. Can a Leopard Change Its Spots? (April 2008) Dealing with the perpetrators and getting them on the road to recovery is an important, yet not much talked about part of the bullying problem. Annie Hayes finds coaching has a valuable part to play. Developing the Management Quickstep (March 2008) In these troubled business times it's important to stay one step ahead of the game. Jo Causon argues that management development is essential if you want your organisation to keep pace with external change. The Topsy Managers (February 2008) Sarla Langdon of Markmaid Marketing, Swansea, gives her view on the Paul Thomas article. What are Managers Anyway? (February 2008) Following on from Dr Paul Thomas' article on the need for managers, here Hywel Williams of the University of Glamorgan gives his own response to the article below What No Managers? (January 2008) University of Glamorgan academic, Dr Paul Thomas, claimed this week that Welsh businesses would thrive if they removed their managers. Here Christopher Ward of Wales Management Council explains why he thinks we need more rather than fewer managers. Putting Management at the Top of the Agenda (December 2007) In this article for Inside Welsh Recruitment magazine, Christopher Ward examines why the quality of its managers is so important for the success of the Welsh economy. The 12 Tips of Christmas (December 2007) The Christmas period can be one of the most profitable but also one of the most stressful times of the year for small business owners (this article first appeared in BusinessZone Newswire, Issue 392) From Vampires and Zombies to Business Leaders (November 2007) How do business leaders today differ from those of a couple of decades ago? Andy Cootes, professional writer and author and co-publisher of "A Friend in Every City", examines this issue. Talent Management - Making it Work (October 2007) Is talent management really as important as reports suggest? Phil Rice at PA Consulting group explains why the implementation of the programme is most important than its design. It's Gr8 2 Communicate (September 2007) Andrew Wilkinson, Chairman of Wales Management Council, looks at the pros and cons of our latest methods of communication. Bad News for Minorities Aiming for the Boardroom (September 2007) By David Clutterbuck The homogeneity of Boards in the UK and many other countries is a growing cause for concern. With fewer women reaching big company Boards and widespread indifference to appointing directors from ethnic minorities, companies run increasing risks of becoming alienated and out of touch with customers, employees and other key stakeholders, such as local government. Success Tips for the Modern Entrepreneur Delivering an inspiring address at the British Chambers of Commerce annual conference, Ben Verwaayen called on the UK's entrepreneurs to enhance their leadership skills and exploit today's business opportunities. Dan Martin reports. Leadership Development Methodologiesby Christopher Ward 28 different methods for developing leaders. At one time, leadership development meant a training course. Now there are many different methods to choose from and the following list is hopefully a useful checklist on what options to consider. Click here for details Marketing Leadership Makes Sense If marketing investment is to be productive, it requires efficient and effective management. “Efficiency is doing things right; effectiveness is doing the right things.” Said Peter Drucker, but what does efficient and effective management require in the “marketing” context? Click here for details Leadership - Guiding the Way Leading Beautifully And leadership is... Steve Donnelly, North Wales Executive of Wales Management Council, explains what he understands by the term "leadership". Click here for details Creative leadership Christine Davies of the Creative Leadership Foundation, tells us all about creative leadership, and why she feels that it is important for us here in Wales. Click here for details |
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