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LearningUnderstanding cognitive bias
Cognitive bias is a strong inclination of thought or a preconceived opinion about something or someone. It can be positive or negative. There are many kinds of biases, and most are formed by us without much thought. Learn more about the different types.
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LearningImproving equality, diversity and inclusion in your workplace
Acas have put together some helpful guidance on how to make your workplace more inclusive. Find out what your equality, diversity and inclusion policy could include, and how it can be put into practice.
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LearningThe true value of diversity
In association with Google, RWRC have put together a report which explains how diversity and inclusion can drive long-term business growth in retail. Learn more about why diversity and inclusion are vital and how you can structure your strategy.
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LearningAcceptance without exception
Working alongside Cherish Oteka, Stonewall have created a series of films to showcase the lived experiences of LGBT people of colour.
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LearningPreparing for an assessment centre
If you have been invited to an assessment centre, here are a few ways that you can prepare and perform at your best.
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LearningEleven things to consider before accepting a job offer
You have been looking for a new role and have been successful in securing a job offer. Before you accept, here are a few things to consider.
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LearningHow do I create a great LinkedIn profile?
LinkedIn allows people to share ideas, news and information. It is also used widely to network online and find new career opportunities. Here are some tips on creating your LinkedIn profile.
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LearningStoring and sharing documents securely in the cloud
‘The cloud’ refers to servers that are accessed over the internet and located in data centres across the globe. Find out more about applications that you can use to store and share documents safely online.
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LearningAn introduction to Microsoft Teams
Microsoft Teams is a collaborative platform which enables you to host virtual meetings, keep in touch with colleagues, and share documents securely. Find out more about this tool.
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LearningTime management skills to improve your work-life balance
It’s not always easy to manage our time but with careful planning we can all free up precious hours. It’s often the tasks that can be done another day that actually distract us from the more important things, but maximising the time in a day is easier than you might think.
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LearningPreventative stress management using the CUSP™ framework
The CUSP™ model is a simple framework which works equally well when looking to prevent stress as it does in helping those who are at risk of becoming overwhelmed. This article describes the CUSP model and approaches you could consider to prevent and monitor stress.
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LearningActive listening skills using the SOLER method
Active listening requires the listener to provide both verbal and non-verbal feedback to the speaker and it is a fundamental skill for anyone wishing to build better relationships at work and at home. The SOLER method can help you to become an effective and attentive listener.
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LearningNetworking for your career development
Networking can be nerve-wracking but it is well worth considering, and can be a really rewarding way to develop your career. Here are some simple things that you can do to make your networking more productive and enjoyable.
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LearningBest practices to employ when creating your Gantt chart
Follow these eight best practice tips from Team Gantt to ensure your project plan is easy to understand for everyone involved.
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LearningHow to create a project brief
A good project plan should always start with a project brief. Team Gantt shares tips on how to create a great brief to ensure your project plan is effective and realistic for everyone.
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LearningHow to present a project plan
Team Gantt shares some simple things that you can do to make the process of presenting your plan to a client smooth and stress-free for everyone.
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LearningWhat you need to know before creating a project plan
To help you prepare, Team Gantt shares six questions to ask before starting your project plan.
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LearningLearn how to create a solid project plan
Creating a solid project plan is essential to keeping your project on track and in budget. This video covers five simple steps for creating an effective project plan.
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LearningHow to be a good project manager
Team Gantt shares ten tips on how to be a better project manager.
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LearningTop ten project management terms and what they mean
Team Gantt explores the top ten terms used in project management and defines what they actually mean.