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Coaching the few for the good of the many
Is executive coaching justified in times of austerity or is it just selective indulgence? This article originally appeared in Grapevine. To read in full click here. > >
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Challenges of growth
Budget hotel chain Travelodge has doubled in size in six years. It is raring to perform the same feat by 2020, despite debt restructuring by its Dubai owner, HRD Michelle Luxford tells David Woods… > >
Bite-sized learning
Learning and development bids farewell to the classroom and embraces the iPod, says Peter Crush (HR Magazine). Formal or informal, 'e' or textbook, a fascinating future beckons. This article originally appeared in HR Magazine.… > >
The store assistant of the future
As retail changes, the role of the store assistant is evolving too. What skills will be needed in this new environment, asks Rebecca Thomson (Retail Week). This article originally appeared in Retail Week. To… > >
O2 saves 2,000 hours of commuting time through flexible working pilot
With the Olympics fast approaching, many organisations are reviewing flexible working practices. Telecommunications company, O2, recently piloted a day long flexible working scheme at it's head office in Slough, United Kingdom. With more than… > >
Chief storytelling officers
What is the single most important characteristic of an effective leader? Most of us agree great leaders are those who inspire us to act and give us a sense of purpose that has little… > >
HR can help CEOs in hunt for leaders
Corporate bosses are plumping for global growth in a bid to beat recession, but a major survey shows concern at the lack of leaders to execute, says David Woods (HR Magazine). A great opportunity… > >
First aid saves lives
The hustle and bustle of the restaurant environment can make it a hazardous place when it comes to accidents. From greasy floors to sharp utensils, there are risks everywhere. While health and safety has… > >
Unsung heroes
A contract catering career is the unsung hero of hospitality and, according to Acorn Scholar Simon Houston, it's about time something is done to change that. Janie Manzoori-Stamford (Caterer and Hotelkeeper) reports. This article… > >
Smart casual - service style
Stiff, French service is giving way to a more laid-back style with many staff now in casual dress and displaying 'tats' aplenty. Restaurant receives a masterclass in professional cool from two key proponents of… > >