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Lacking motivation? Maybe you need to move on
We’ve made it through the season of goodwill, and now we’re in the realm of forced optimism. The start of the year brings with it the inevitable positive resolutions, super-boosted
Why company culture matters in even the smallest of enterprises
In small businesses, particularly those in their infancy, people often take on multiple roles with little room for manoeuvre. With one eye always on the bottom line, it’s understandable that
Are you communicating effectively?
Just because you’re a leader doesn’t mean you’re communicating well – but you can learn how. Executive leadership coach Susy Roberts explains why good communication is so important.
Exercise your brain to unlock career potential
Logic and emotion use different parts of our brains, and while the ability to think logically is lauded in the workplace, developing emotional intelligence is essential for leadership. Executive leadership
Research articles
Down the White Rabbit hole of CERN’s precision time tech
The latest research from Esade on Do Better: Down the White Rabbit hole of CERN’s precision time tech, by Jonathan Wareham. All Esade contributions are for BCNcontent.
As we end 2024, is Spain’s economy cause for cava or caution?
The latest original content from Esade on Do Better: As we end 2024, is Spain’s economy cause for cava or caution? All Esade contributions are for BCNcontent.
Do Spanish Christmas Lottery prizes boost entrepreneurship?
The latest research from Esade on Do Better: Do the Spanish Christmas Lottery prizes boost entrepreneurship? By Vicente J. Bermejo. All Esade contributions are for BCNcontent.
Can we predict the future of work? No, but we can make it happen
The latest research from Esade on Do Better: Can we predict the future of work? No, but we can make it happen. By Philip Rogiers All Esade contributions are for
Features
Employee engagement, and how to approach it
Engagement can’t be viewed in isolation – it must be part of an organisation’s culture. Leadership style, inclusivity, valuing diversity and strengths-focused performance management are essential elements which must be
It’s time to overhaul performance processes
Traditional performance management processes aren’t fit for purpose. Executive leadership coach Susy Roberts from Hunter Roberts explains why we need a complete overhaul – and how to do it.
Change management for HRD Connect
Leadership coach Susy Roberts from Hunter Roberts explains how to keep up with the rapid pace of change in the face of digital disruption, in this ghostwritten feature for HRD
Make your contractors part of your team
Executive leadership coach Susy Roberts from Hunter Roberts explains why contractors are an essential part of the team – and how to make sure they know it.
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
