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How to let go of the need to control
It’s easy to feel overwhelmed by work at busy times. However, investing time in low-level diversionary activities can help you gain a sense of control. In turn this may help you cope better with work stress.
How to use NPTs to enhance your career
Not all requests to undertake additional work tasks will contribute directly to career advancement. However those which provide an opportunity to increase organisational understanding, develop expertise or contribute to organisational strategy are well worth considering.
How to say “No” without harming your career
Women can find it hard to turn down work requests that contribute little to your career progression. However, learning how to say “no” will helpsafeguard your time without impacting negatively on your career prospects.
How to make sure your time at work is well spent
By auditing where your time goes, you can discover just how long you spend on non-promotable tasks. Too much, and this may impact on your career progression. If others are doing less that you, discuss how work might be allocated more equitably with your line manager.
Improve your career prospects with one magic word
Women are more likely to volunteer for work tasks which do not directly contribute to their performance objectives. Ironically, women’s desire to be collegiate and helpful can undermine their promotion prospects.
Make your slide presentation a compelling one
Too many presentations are poorly designed. However, there are easy ways to improve what and how we communicate our messages to others. This is especially important in the virtual world where people are easily distracted unless content is engaging.
How to make the most of your unique Leadership Strengths
Your Strengths are unique to you. Explore how to combine yours in order to present them compellingly and authentically when applying for leadership roles.
Knowing and growing your Strengths
Understanding your Strengths enables you to make the best use of what you’re good at and enjoy. Knowing your Strengths and what energises you makes it easier to make career decisions where you’re likely to flourish.
Why do your thoughts keep you awake at night
Understanding how your brain responds to threats can help you separate your thoughts from reality and prevent you from needless worry.
Mind the gap! Managing the transition into a new role
When you make the change into a new role, you’ll need to develop a number of new skills. Observe those who model excellence in the areas you need to improve. Integrate these skills into your practice.
Toxic Workplace Culture
Toxic workplaces enable bullies to thrive. Understanding the behaviour of bullies may help you recognise and be better prepared to handle them. However, unless your organisation is committed to supporting the victims of bullying this can be a challenge.
Are you a LinkedIn Luddite, Lurker or Luminary?
Some academics are resistant to using LinkedIn as a professional networking platform, preferring to avoid it or to observe the action from the side lines. However, for those who embrace it, it’s a great way to increase visibility and extend your network.