The impact of stereotype threat on this racing driver!

Once a month for seven months throughout the season you will find me strapped into my little race car sitting on the grid of some UK race circuit.  As I sit there, waiting for the red lights to go out and the grid to erupt into a noisy jostling of wing-mirrors as we descend on the first corner, my performance is in fact in danger of succumbing to stereo type threat!  Yes really.

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Getting to why…

Simon Sinek is a well-known author, speaker, and marketing consultant, who is best known for his book "Start With Why". In this book, Sinek introduces the concept of the Golden Circle, a simple framework that helps individuals and organisations identify their core purpose, or their "why".

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Effective Collaboration: Achieving More Together Than Alone.

Collaboration is an essential component of any successful team or organisation. It allows individuals to work together to achieve a common goal, share resources, and create a culture of trust and openness. Collaboration is not just about working together, but it’s about bringing unique perspectives, ideas, and expertise to the table to create a solution that is greater than the sum of its parts.

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5 skills every manager should work at.

As a manager, it's crucial to have a variety of skills in order to effectively lead and motivate your team. While the specific skills required may vary depending on the industry, there are some key skills that every manager should possess. In this blog post, we'll take a closer look at five skills every manager should have and provide academic references to support our key findings.

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The three big things to make presentations more engaging.

As a presenter, it's important to have advanced presentation skills that can captivate and engage your audience. While some people may have a natural talent for presenting, it's a skill that can be developed and improved with practice. In this post, we will discuss three areas that presenters should work on to increase presentation engagement.

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Seven things to structure your day for increased productivity.

In today's fast-paced work environment, being effective and productive is critical for professionals to achieve their goals and succeed. A well-structured day can help individuals prioritize their tasks, stay focused, and achieve their objectives. In this blog post, we'll explore some tips and ideas on how professionals can structure their day to increase productivity whether remote, hybrid or office based.

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Are you an authentic leader?

Authentic leadership is a leadership style that focuses on being true to oneself, while also striving to inspire others through one's actions and words. Authentic leaders are individuals who possess a deep sense of self-awareness, act with moral integrity, and are committed to their values and beliefs.

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Understand before you are understood…

Communication is an essential part of our daily lives. Whether it's at work, home, or in social situations, we are constantly exchanging information with others. However, effective communication is not just about expressing your own thoughts and ideas; it also involves understanding the perspective of others.

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Are you a manager up with the latest trends?

As we enter into the year 2023, the business world is evolving at a rapid pace, and managers must keep up with the latest trends to stay ahead of the curve. The following are the top five management hot topics for 2023 and academic insights to help managers stay competitive in the market.

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