When a staff survey revealed some unpleasant truths about its corporate culture, Coca-Cola Enterprises took radical action. Stefan Stern reports

Great leaders motivate, coach and develop their staff to take the initiative and show leadership themselves. Stefan Stern reports on how to acquire these sought-after skills

Executive education is a key weapon in the war to retain talent. Sheri Winn asks what HR managers should look for when helping executives choose a course for their development needs

In the light of the World Trade Centre disaster, Richard Donkin considers the HR directors role and how it may have to change

George W Bush has shown himself to be a skilled politician despite the jibes over his intellectual ability. But perhaps more worrying in a US leader is an apparent lack of ideological beliefs. Morice...

Mary Spillane is an image guru turned performance coach, prolific author and sought- after conference speaker

Most directors already recognise the personal benefits of coaching. HR directors should show by example that they are keen to learn and grow. Cassandra Stout reports