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15 July 2013 / by Ashley Freeman

Involvement – The Key to Continuous Improvement

When we design a change programme we focus on a single objective. This objective might be to design the visual identity of the company, or maybe define the company’s core vision and values. We then use this objective to showcase the value and methodology of true involvement.   The purpose of these change programmes isn’t […]

7 July 2013 / by Ashley Freeman

What’s Your Delegation Style?

Ownership is the key to involvement.   When we teach involvement we do so through trying to get team members to take ownership of initiatives. Through this, we hope that team members start taking ownership of the company aims, objectives and vision.   So, your aims and expectations as a leader are that each member […]

3 July 2013 / by Ashley Freeman

The Role of Internal Communications (in 140 characters or less)

During our session at the recent Melcrum Live event, we asked teams to tweet their description of the role of IC, as an analogy. In no order of preference, here’s an unedited list of what they came up with: – Banana – IC is like Viagra it engages people and ultimately leads to better performance! – IC […]

28 June 2013 / by Ashley Freeman

Is ‘Unlimited Leave’ the Solution?

In a recent article on The Guardian website, Stefan Stern debates the apparent ‘labour market paradox’ that we’re currently seeing in the UK. Despite the recent years of economic instability, we’re seeing relatively high levels of employment but only marginal economic growth.   Whether there’s a link between the economic growth rate and the performance […]

20 June 2013 / by Ashley Freeman

Do You Encourage a Culture of Innovation?

As an employer it’s natural to want to minimise risk. Why go with a new, risky idea if you have a safe, predictable alternative?   If survival is your primary concern, then yes, play it safe. However, if you want your organisation to progress, expand and lead the way, you need to innovate.   So, […]

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