For many people, the countdown to a summer holiday begins weeks in advance. Can you hear that catchy Jet2 social media jingle in your head? Are you already writing your packing list? The promise of sunshine, relaxation and a break from the daily routine is often seen as the perfect antidote to workplace stress. But [...]
Exam season. Is it something that you recall as a scary time, or one where you felt the freedom of study leave? Do you know someone going through it now. The anticipation builds over weeks and months of revision, pressure, and expectation and for many teenagers, it is really tough – and a defining moment [...]
The talent development challenge Many organisations across the world invest heavily in developing young talent. From leadership programmes, to mentoring schemes, the intention is clear: identify high-potential individuals early and accelerate their growth into future leaders. The theory is that there should be a return on investment. But the results can be mixed. Some programmes [...]
Every year, tens of thousands of people line up at the start of the London Marathon. Some look determined, some look nervous, excited even. You might even catch someone looking a little silly dressed up as a giant kangaroo. But why? Many, many runners are there to raise money for a cause that means everything to them – it is one of the [...]
Good intentions aren’t enough Employee Appreciation Day is often filled with good intentions. Breakfasts are ordered, thank-you emails are sent, awards are handed out. And yet, despite the effort, the impact can be uneven. Some people feel genuinely seen and valued. Others smile politely and move on. A few may even feel quietly overlooked. The [...]
Personality clashes often stem from conflicting motivators. PRINT® can help identify and defuse tensions before they escalate. Workplace relationships are central to creating positive cultures where people can thrive and perform. Yet even in the most supportive environments, friction between colleagues can arise – sometimes unexpectedly, and often without an obvious trigger. From minor [...]
Why tomorrow’s great leaders won’t be defined by technology In many ways, work should feel simpler than ever. Technology has carved away so much of the administrative weight that once occupied our time. With artificial intelligence now capable of drafting content, shaping strategies, and even designing inclusive workplace guidelines, it can feel as though almost [...]
Burnout isn’t always caused by a weighty workload. Sometimes it’s the result of a mismatch between what drives a person and what their role demands. Burnout is described by the World Health Orgnisation as: “...a syndrome conceptualised as resulting from chronic workplace stress that has not been successfully managed.” In this sense it can leave [...]
How to unlock motivation, drive employee engagement and build better teams Ever had a day at work where everything just flows? You're energised, productive, in sync with your team. And then, other days… not so much. You feel blocked, frustrated, or disconnected — but you’re not quite sure why. What if those ups and downs [...]
We often hear about impostor syndrome – that nagging feeling of not being quite good enough, even when all the evidence points to well-earned success. It’s just one of those things that afflicts fallible humans with high hopes and high standards. Or is it? Instead of a trick played on us by our inner critic, [...]