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Change in times of uncertainty
In times of uncertainty, leaders and managers face a particular set of challenges. Regardless of the type of change or level of disruption, there are four essential elements to take
Skills for change
Executive leadership coach Susy Roberts from Hunter Roberts explains the importance of helping employees develop the skills they need to deal with constant change.
Covid and the impact on older workers
If you’re an older worker struggling with work during the pandemic, or an employer who wants to help your older employees, executive leadership coach Susy Roberts from Hunter Roberts has
The value of culture
Real culture change comes from the top of an organisation, but every decent CEO knows that engaging those below is just as important. Instilling cultural values requires inclusive and purposeful
Research articles
COP29 begins: Key topics on the agenda and notable absences
The latest original content from Esade on Do Better: COP29 begins: Key topics on the agenda and notable absences All Esade contributions are for BCNcontent.
Ten recommendations to boost the EU’s international presence
The latest research from Esade on Do Better: Ten recommendations to boost the EU’s international presence, by Monika Sus (Hertie School), Cornelius Adebahr (Carnegie Europe Foundation), and the EsadeGeo director
HR managers must adapt to millennials’ values to reduce turnover
The latest research from Esade on Do Better: HR managers must adapt to millennials’ values to reduce turnover, by Rita Rueff. All Esade contributions are for BCNcontent.
Focusing on risks or rewards? How rankings affect reputation-based choices
The latest research from Esade on Do Better: Focusing on risks or rewards? How rankings affect reputation-based choices, by François Collet. All Esade contributions are for BCNcontent.
Features
Agility: the essential skill for leadership
What’s the most important leadership skill to develop? According to executive leadership coach Susy Roberts, it’s agility. Find out why in her article on the Hunter Roberts website.
Organisational development
Change management is important, but change readiness is essential. Awareness, agility, reaction, and mechanism are all essential elements of change planning, and every member of the organisation should be prepared,
Influence from within
Social media celebrities come from all walks of life, and everyone from stay-at-home parents to glamorous grandparents can earn a decent buck from promoted posts. But influencing isn’t just the
The future of work
Globalisation has seen a rise in the number of organisations that are no longer country-focused and are instead linking over much wider spaces. Where before organisational structures and working hours
News
Making Space third national awards celebrate successes
Jump to the bottom of the page for a sample of press coverage. National health and social care charity Making Space has held its third annual Colleague Awards, with trophies
Making Space named employer of the year at the Greater Manchester Health and Care Champion Awards
Adult health and social care charity Making Space has been named the Employer/Workplace of the Year at the Greater Manchester Health and Care Champion Awards 2024. The awards are organised
New free guide released: branding on a budget
Don’t have a budget for branding? Many people don’t – but it doesn’t mean you can’t stand out. Hiring a professional for the job is always the best option, but
Three Housing With Care Awards for Making Space
Congratulations to Making Space for winning three Housing With Care Awards! All five nominees reached the final, which was held at London’s Hilton Bankside Hotel, with three going home with
Press releases
Kendal care manager wins national leadership award
A team leader at supported living services in Kendal has been recognised for her “contagious passion for caregiving” with a national award. Joanne McMillan, who is from Morecambe and manages
Ellesmere Port care manager wins national leadership award
The manager of an Ellesmere Port residential service has been recognised with a national award for her “tireless dedication” to people living with mental health issues and learning disabilities. Dreena
Warrington’s Ashwood Court wins national award for work with residents
A Warrington residential service that supports people living with mental health conditions has been recognised for its excellent care with a national award. Colleagues and residents at Ashwood Court, in
Are these the four best bands in Tameside and Oldham?
This Tameside arts centre thinks so A brand new band night in Mossley will showcase the very best of local talent. On Saturday 22 June, The Vale will host the
Client case studies
Case study | ADEMU (A Dynamic Economic and Monetary Union)
Organisation type RESEARCH NETWORK Sectors ECONOMICS | FISCAL POLICY Services COMMUNICATIONS STRATEGY | EVENT MANAGEMENT | INTERNAL COMMUNICATIONS | EDITING | MARKETING MATERIAL | PUBLICATIONS | VIDEO | WEB CONTENT
Case study | EconPol Europe
Organisation type RESEARCH NETWORK Sectors ECONOMICS | FISCAL POLICY Services COMMUNICATIONS STRATEGY | EVENT MANAGEMENT | PR CAMPAIGNS | INTERNAL COMMUNICATIONS | SOCIAL MEDIA | EDITING | MARKETING MATERIAL |
Case study | Go! magazine for Travel South Yorkshire
Organisation type PUBLIC TRANSPORT Sectors TRANSPORT Services WRITING | CONSUMER MAGAZINES | ORIGINAL FEATURES | INTERVIEWS & REAL LIFE Go! magazine was produced by Travel South Yorkshire and South Yorkshire
Case study | Sara Teiger PR
Organisation type Freelance PR Sectors Arts | charity | education | sme Services award nominations | CASE STUDIES | FEATURES | GHOSTWRITING | REAL LIFE | marketing material | THOUGHT
Guides
Branding on a budget
Don’t have a budget for branding? Many people don’t – but it doesn’t mean you can’t stand out. Hiring a professional for the job is always the best option, but
How to turn your communications plan into action
For your communications strategy to be a success, you need to connect outcomes with actions, assign individual responsibility and link everything to your overall goals Your communications strategy is the
Applying for research funding? Here’s what to include in your communications plan
From the preparation of your proposal to disseminating final results, your communications activity should follow a clear strategy that supports the goals of your project Whatever your line of research
Start with a strategy
Whether it’s at an organisational level or for a specific campaign, your communications strategy defines expectations and outcomes and the roles people play in achieving them. Here are the basics
