What comes to mind when you think of the Houses of Parliament? It’s probably impolite to say but I’m fairly certain it’s not youth, technology and social networking. Well, think again. In January, the House of Lords made changes to its working practices that allowed the use of twitter and hand held devices in the […]
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Endings … and Beginnings by Brian Chernett, Founder and Andrew B Morris, Chief Executive
Brian Chernett writes – All things change, some quickly and some over much longer times. At the end of December, I hand over The Academy for Chief Executives to new owners and move on to new ventures myself. I am taking the opportunity to thank each and every one of my members, chairmen and supporters […]
Impact and Influence by Kate Atkin
When was the last time you reviewed the impression you and your business make? Have you tried out a different influencing technique recently? Or are you doing what you have always done? Doing what you have always done may be serving you well. If you would like a little more business, some fresh approaches to […]
Growing your team and the people in it by Brian Chernett
As a CEO in a growing business, you will need a good team around you. As the business grows and changes, that team needs to grow and change around you. Making the most of your team will make your job easier and your outcomes more successful. There are a few things you can do to […]
Improvisation and Presence by John Cremer
As an experienced performer and trainer I condense the underlying value of practicing improvisation to one word – presence. In order to improvise well one acquires and develops a specific set of skills. This set of skills greatly enhances personal effectiveness through an ever deepening level of presence in the here and now. When people […]
Alignment and a bit of pixie dust for success and less stress by John Penn
Why is it that some businesses and organisations fizz with energy, deliver spectacular results, delight their staff and customers and stakeholders alike? And no one appears “bent out of shape”? Well obviously there is no single “magic wand” or silver bullet, but there is a bit of “pixie dust” in the form of one common […]
Accumulated stress is fatal. Eight simple ways to succeed, relax and live longer by Paul Hunting
Being stressed virtually defines ineffectiveness. We’re either relaxed and focused or stressed and distracted. Our best decisions come from a calm, centred place. The paradox is – the more calmly we approach a task, the more dynamically we are operating. Here are eight simple practices, based on timeless wisdoms; you can do alone or with […]
Balance by Sue Knight
“Balance is the key … While it is important to be disciplined and structured in training .. and follow the advice given to you by your coaches, you must leave room to let your natural talent shine through. Have fun but avoid excess” Ryan Giggs interviewed in The Mail on Sunday But how? A state […]
Learning how to ‘unblock the pipework with Dyno-Marsh’ by Peter Sutcliffe
The North East Academy for Chief Executives, Directors Forum speaker in September was Christine Marsh who facilitated an excellent group interactive workshop on “Unblocking the Pipework“. The experiential learning workshop examined many areas of where communication breaks down and caused blockages and techniques for avoiding and resolving them. Christine delivered many examples and case studies […]
Using Intuition in Business – by Peter Sutcliffe
The North East Academy for Chief Executives, Directors Forum speaker in September was Juliette Lee who facilitated an excellent interactive workshop on “Eye of Leadership“. The experiential learning workshop scrutinized many aspects of leadership including examining our often untapped inner feelings and how we can use many practical techniques to resolving key issues. In summary, […]