Seven super abilities that are key to being a better leader
I recently read an article by Mathew Chittock that explored how successful leaders use a range of management ‘super abilities’ to be great at what they do. The seven super abilities came under the categories of: Expert Power – Possessing specialised skills and knowledge that help make you the go-to…
By: Emily Kavanagh, Marketing Assistant, 29 September 2017 Categories: Leadership full article
A recipe for assertive communication
In our programmes, we outline four different types of communication styles: 1.Aggressive 2.Passive aggressive 3.Submissive 4.Assertive We could all think of situations when we, our colleagues, friends or family members use these styles. A person who communicates aggressively expresses an…
By: Jemma Came, Programmes & Marketing Executive, 15 September 2017 Categories: Learning, development & personal growth full article
Catch up with Ginny Howe Eventing
Having a keen eye for photography, I thought it was about time I put my words into practice with a recent visit to one of our sponsors, Ginny Howe Eventing. Busy as ever, Ginny kindly invited us to join her whilst she trained four of her horses for upcoming competitions. We were lucky enough to see…
By: Emily Kavanagh, Marketing Assistant, 14 September 2017 Categories: Team News full article
“The currency of real networking is not greed but generosity.” Keith Ferrazzi
“Network” is defined in the Oxford Dictionary as the following: “a group or system of inter-connected people or things” (noun) “to interact with others to exchange information and develop professional or social contacts” (verb) I have been thinking recently about how well connected we are…
By: Nicki Kavanagh, Managing Director, 12 September 2017 Categories: Culture & engagement full article
What kind of genius are you?
An article by Inc.com has explored the different workspaces of historical geniuses and asked, based on your desk, what genius you might be. Author Geoffrey James looked at ‘15 deeply inspiring workplaces’ from the likes of Mark Twain, Albert Einstein and Charles Darwin. We decided to explore which…
By: Jemma Came, Programmes & Marketing Executive, 8 September 2017 Categories: Learning, development & personal growth full article
New beginnings and exciting opportunities: You get what you give!
We’re pleased to welcome the newest Juniper bird to the company – Emily Kavanagh, our Marketing Assistant. In her first blog, Emily shares her first experiences as a member of the team and the importance of giving your all to new opportunities:As the newest member of the team, I am currently in the…
By: Emily Kavanagh, Marketing Assistant, 4 September 2017 Categories: Team News full article