BUNDLE: Leadership and management

Leadership and management can mean different things to different people, but it is always essential to the success of a business. Whether you have been a leader for a long time, or perhaps are thinking about taking on the position, it’s important to be aware of what it takes to do so effectively. In this article we break down what it means to be a leader or manager as well as some of the possible forms they might take.

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Steve Pugh is a Chartered Mechanical Engineer and Management Consultant, author, GB basketball player, and Founder of social impact start-up Roadmap MBA. With more than 20 years’ learning and board-level experience leading organisations through stock market floatation, recession and the pandemic, Steve is passionate about making business education more accessible for all. In this conversation, he shares how authentic and transparent leadership can positively impact people’s lives, and the importance of drawing on support to accelerate your learning.   

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Non-executive directors (NEDs) can play a huge part in the success of any organisation, but this role is often overlooked completely or not afforded the prominence it deserves. So, what does a NED do and how do you set about finding good ones? Paul Beaumont, Managing Partner at ConsultPB, shares his tips for finding and selecting individuals that will enhance your board.

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Improve governance and increase and protect the economic value of your business with UMi Makes it Easy…to Improve Decision-Making with an Effective Board of Directors hosted by  Andrew Marsh from The Experience Bank. 

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Regular continuous professional development (CPD) is a significant element in a lot of professional roles, particularly for aspiring leaders and managers. It is seen by many employees as a direct benefit of working for a company, helping them develop their skills and scope for progression. It also benefits the employer by providing a highly skilled and motivated workforce.

Find out more about In Professional Development (InPD) and benefit from a 15% discount across all their courses listed, if you're a Sat Nav user.  

What does it take to lead an employee-owned business? In this video, UMi Chief Executive Nicki Clark explains how employee ownership has made her a better leader and shares what others might need to consider if they want to become employee owned.

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When starting and running a business there’s so much to think about that it can be a challenge to get the clarity you need to make effective decisions. That’s why many business leaders turn to strategic frameworks to help them analyse situations, structure their thinking and guide decision-making. In this article we outline some popular frameworks that can help whether you’re creating your first business plan or scaling up.

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The power to work from anywhere has permanently changed the working landscape. This might not sound like big news given we’re so far on from the start of the pandemic, but the consequences of “productivity paranoia” are still being felt today. In this article, Chris Griffiths and Caragh Medlicott, authors of The Creative Thinking Handbook share their tips for building trust and creating space to think.

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With less than 10% of CEO positions in the Fortune 500 occupied by women, you need to stack the odds in your favour if you’re a woman aspiring to lead a business. That’s why we've teamed up with The Elevator by Duo to offer discounted access to their leadership courses and support you on your journey. 

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In this masterclass replay, Kirsty Waite, Founder and Owner of Kirsty Waite Business Coaching and The Ethical Coaching Company shares the three steps you can take to make growing your business easier. 

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From hiring your first employee to getting the best out of your team, recruitment and people management is a top priority for all businesses. This is why we've put together a selection of resources covering key topics to help you find, train, protect and retain the most valuable asset in your company - its people. 

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In this podcast we speak to Ian Kinnery, a business coach who has made it his mission to help entrepreneurs experience what he calls ‘true entrepreneurial freedom’ by achieving their goals whilst maintaining a healthy work-life balance. Ian has been helping people for over two decades by blending his personal experience with industry techniques.

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You’ve done well getting your business going and now what? So many different directions you could take to grow – but what are your next steps? Join Kirsty Waite for this six-month group coaching journey to get real clarity and set solid foundations for your business to go from strength to strength.

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If the most precious asset a business has is its people, then the best way to protect that asset is to take HR, health and safety and employment law seriously by getting quality advice and support. UMi partner Croner is on hand to provide just that and is offering an exclusive 15% discount across all its services to UMi Sat Nav users. 

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With so much activity in our businesses, it might seem strange to consider that they could ever be languishing. Here, Mark Wilson, CEO and Founding Partner of Wilson Fletcher invites us to take a closer look at the signs to watch out for, and offers his advice on getting out of the rut if your business has got stuck.

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At UMi, we understand that the best way to deal with uncertainty is to plan ahead and make contingencies. That’s why we’ve pulled together our list of the top questions you need to ask yourself to strengthen your business during the #costoftradingcrisis. Follow our 'plan, do, review' guide to take control of your business finances and make better decisions. 

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Kat Sykes has been described by clients as the Mary Poppins of Business Change. As the Founder of GameChanging Outcomes Ltd, Kat has drawn on her varied career as a primary school teacher, construction project manager and digital change manager to create a completely new type of service that encompasses the best of all worlds. In this conversation, she explains why it’s important to understand people’s ‘real KPIs’ in business, how play can encourage creativity and break down barriers to change in organisations, and the work she’s doing with Durham University on supporting entrepreneurs’ self-worth. 

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Leading through change is all about motivating and supporting your people to move in a new direction. Good leaders give people the information they need to understand the changes and the reasons for them, as well as the tools they need to adapt. Here, UMi partner In Professional Development (InPD) shares five actionable attributes every leader needs to have if they are going to be able to guide their business through change.  

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In the ever-evolving landscape of business and leadership, continuous growth and development is vital to success. In this article, we explore a selection of networking groups and professional development options designed to provide leaders with the support, insights, and skills needed to thrive in their careers and organisations.

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How do you become an even better business leader than you are today? Whether you’re newly appointed or well-established in your leadership role, there’s always room for development. Here, Kirsty Waite, CEO and Founder of The Ethical Coaching Company shares her Leadership Presence Profile, a framework to help you cultivate the qualities that drive business success.  

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Creating a vision, mission, and set of values is a fundamental step in laying the groundwork for any business. These elements define what the business stands for, its purpose, and how it wants to impact the world. In this article, Kirsty Waite, CEO and Founder of The Ethical Coaching Company shares a breakdown of what each term means and how to go about crafting them. 

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