It's good news for anyone concerned about the soft skills deficit...isn't it? Major organisations, including McDonalds, CBI, National Youth Agency, LearnDirect and Barclays, as well as entrepreneur James Caan, are calling... read more →
We constantly make snap decisions - we have to, otherwise we'd still be deciding what to have for breakfast at lunchtime. However, although this approach seems like a necessary time... read more →
Of course you want to bring in new work. Anyone in business does. And it's an extra delight if you're approached by a potential client, as this indicates that they feel... read more →
Are you a recent graduate looking for a job? Do you have a child who's a recent graduate looking for a job? Do you know which skills employers want -... read more →
It's estimated that 28% of our time is spent on email. And we're struggling! Most of us are on email overwhelm and need all the help we can to get... read more →
When we run a BBM Diagnostic for an organisation, the first Phase is concerned with Structure. This can bemuse people. "Structure?" one CEO said. "We thought that the 'jazz-leadership' approach would kick off... read more →
There are various areas of behaviour that can build or break trust. Being dependable is one of them. You may not realise it, but when you're late, or disorganised, when... read more →
Rapport - it's the secret to connecting well with people, with your colleagues, your customers, your family. It's how you get people to trust you. Want to improve your rapport? Well, you can... read more →
The classic Miles Davis recording, Kind Of Blue, was produced without any prior rehearsal - and pretty much done in one take. Talk about a creative provocation! Your work is... read more →
Uncertainty is one of the hardest states for humans to deal with. Trouble is, we're surrounded by uncertainty, as familiar systems and structures topple, and the rapidity of change in all areas... read more →