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The importance of authentic leadership
As people begin the slow return to normality – in whichever form it may take – over the coming months, the usual greetings, handshakes and hugs won’t be possible. With
Climbing the career ladder
It’s a difficult time to explore climbing the career ladder, but there are still opportunities available for people who feel ready to move up. Laying the ground work, doing your
When overtime becomes too much time
It’s often necessary to step in and provide cover over busy times during holidays or sickness. If you’re also willing to cover when other people need time off – for
Don’t overlook the introverts in the office
Extroverts will always, by their nature, be the most visible and audible members of the team. They’re the first to speak up in meetings, the first to put themselves forward
Research articles
The construction of care interventions: how ‘mundane’ acts can help survivors build new lives
The latest research from Esade on Do Better: The construction of care interventions: how ‘mundane’ acts can help survivors build new lives, by Ignasi Martí Lanuza. All Esade contributions are
Features
Succession planning and planning for success
Succession planning always has and always will be an essential element of any organisation which wishes to remain viable. Executive leadership coach Susy Roberts explains the importance of developing people
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
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
