Charisma can go hand-in-hand with being influential

We might assume charisma is an innate characteristic but it is actually a kind of ‘crown’ bestowed on leaders by their followers.

Trust in senior management 'weak', says CIPD

More than one in three employees have "weak" levels of trust in their senior management, according to a report published today by the CIPD.

Start training your future leaders early, says former Olympic Delivery Authority HRD

Leadership training must start at the earliest opportunity for future leaders to fill their full potential, according to former HR director at London 2012 Olympic Delivery Authority, Wendy Cartwright.

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Managers acting unethically to get ahead, CMI study finds

About one million UK managers are working in a way they feel "unethical" to "get ahead", according to research by the Chartered Management Institute (CMI).

Organisations not confident about leadership capability, Harvard Business Publishing finds

Only 32% of executives believe their organisations have the right leadership talent and skills to achieve their strategic goals, according to research from Harvard Business Publishing.

Employers forced to promote 'technical experts' despite poor leadership qualities

Employers are facing increased pressure to promote "expert employees" even though they display poor leadership qualities, according to a report published today.

Leadership lessons from the Round the World Yacht Race

Fresh insights into the leadership behaviours that lead to outstanding team performance have been revealed in Ashridge Business School research into the experience of skippers and crews taking part in...

Immature leaders care more about personal gain than the wellbeing of their employees

One day, he was sitting on top of the world with a $1-million salary and $5.5 million in stock options. The next day, his board asked him to resign in shame and embarrassment after being caught in a...

Lack of management training stalls business growth, report finds

More than half of employers agree weaknesses in leadership and management in the UK are holding back company growth, according to research by Cranfield School of Management and learndirect.

Lendl's leadership helps unlock Murray magic

Ivan Lendl, Andy Murray’s coach and mentor, was not known for displaying emotion when he was at the height of his own success as a player. But on Centre Court on Sunday, Lendl did look pleased with...

Top HR directors join boardroom development programme

HR directors from No 10 Downing Street, KFC UK & Ireland, River Island and Amey have joined those from companies including Marks and Spencer, RSA Insurance and Cafcass in signing up for a pioneering...

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The importance of measuring learning and development

As many HR professionals are aware, behaviour change is key to knowing if leadership training and development has been effective. But it's being able to demonstrate and sustain change as well as show...