Category: Director Development
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On the go: Do you use your travel time effectively?
With modern technology enabling leaders to communicate and work from anywhere in the world and at any time, travel time is no longer down time. We can now send and receive files, access work databases and participate in conference or video meetings, so how can you ensure that you work effectively whilst on the go?…
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Does fear hold you back?
Do you find fear preventing you from going after that big contract, or leaving you speechless at that big meeting? At The Results Centre we are always helping business leaders to challenge their inner chicken. So what should you remember before you tackle your fears and unlock your true potential? Give your fear a name –…
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Create challenge to drive your business forward
As well established leaders and executives, it can become easy to avoid challenge within your day-to-day work. Many leaders create teams who support them and think along the same lines, boosting their confidence and creating a comfortable workplace atmosphere. This way of working can only get you so far; by continuing to work how you…
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3 characteristics of the toughest leaders
In your work as a leader it often falls upon you to make the toughest decisions and bear the brunt of any challenges to the business. Here are three characteristics that the strongest leaders display… The ability to accept blame – the toughest leaders are able to accept blame rather than looking for a scapegoat. By…
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Overcome your limitations, get big results
Sometimes the limitations we set for ourselves are the hardest to overcome; we decide that something will not work, or that our colleagues will judge our actions negatively. However, in order to get the best results, we need to let go of these limitations and be open to giving those big ideas a go. Set…
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Productivity gap between UK and other developed nations at widest for 20 years
Britain’s productivity gap with its main developed country rivals is at the widest it has been for 20 years, claims new data from the Office for National Statistics. Comparisons between major developed nations show that output per hour worked in the UK is 21% lower than the average for the other members of the G7…
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What will take your leadership skills to the next level?
Taking your leadership skills from good to great could be the making of your business. Think about how you perform in these key areas and become a stronger leader… Effort – Being a good leader requires effort; whether it be learning about your people, your operations, your industry, or how to better yourself. Focus on gaining…
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Increase your productivity without wasting time
We’re all human, and none of us can be productive 100% of the time, however, one of the main barriers to results is not using your time wisely. Here are some key ideas for increasing productivity without wasting time… Start measuring results instead of time Productivity should ultimately be measured in terms of results, rather…
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The loneliness of the CEO
Alan Denton of The Results Centre discusses the isolation that many senior executives experience and how external support can help. The saying ‘it’s tough at the top’ has never been truer. With staff, shareholders and management teams all looking for answers, who does the CEO turn to formulate ideas or run through options and…
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Push your ego aside to learn from your team
As success builds in your company, what started as well placed confidence in your own idea and abilities can easily be overwhelmed by your ego – you can easily start to think that you have all the right answers. By acknowledging that this attitude is detrimental to your working relationships, and that your employees might…