May 2015

The 5 most common presentation anxieties and tips for overcoming them

Standing at the front of the room, a sea of faces staring back at you, the kind of scenario that most people dread – the presentation. For some the idea of presenting leads instantly to their heartbeat thumping and their palms pouring with sweat. Anxiety and stage fright are the most common reasons why the opportunity to present is missed and why core business and life skills remain undeveloped.

Entering the eye of the storm – how to deal with conflict at work

Conflict is something that is commonplace in all organisations and unfortunately there is no escape. There is no time for burying your head in the sand. With leadership comes conflict and an effective leader is someone who can identify, tackle and negotiate conflict before it turns toxic.