The Future Forecast for 2018 UK Managers Gloomy About Economic Growth Outlook Following Brexit Referendum. UK managers are expecting a tough 2018, as the continued uncertainty surrounding Brexit knocks confidence in the workplace and expectations of economic growth falls to 28% for the year ahead. CMI surveyed 1,037 managers in November – December 2017. Read the full infographic to find out: What impact they think Brexit will have on their organisations and the economy in 2018 Challenges for the year ahead Business priorities for the next 12 months The decline in managers’ optimism in the UK economy for 2018 is unsurprising given Brexit uncertainties. Managers are battening down the hatches, prioritising controlling costs over investing in development - particularly in their staff. Download the infographic Like this article? Why not share it. Share to LinkedIn Share to Facebook Share via email You might also like these posts on this topic: Topic: The YOU Model: a strategic framework for recruitment alignment Many organisations still rely on fragmented criteria when hiring, without a structured approach Read article Article Topic: Treat AI as a sparring partner, not an oracle The difference is not between AI and humans, but between those who use AI passively and those who use it deliberately Read article Article Topic: Personal Development The new qualifications equipping managers to lead through AI-enabled change 84% of AI implementation failures are down to poor leadership, but CMI has a new suite of qualifications for leaders Read article Article Topic: Employment Landscape International Higher Education Partner of the Year 2025: who made the shortlist? This category recognises CMI’s higher education partners outside the UK and their commitments Read article Article Browse all posts Don’t miss out - get notified of new content Sign-up to become a Friend of CMI to recieve our free newsletter for a regular round-up of our latest insight and guidance. CMI members always see more. For the widest selection of content, including CPD tools and multimedia resources, check out how to get involved with CMI membership. Newsletter More ways to get involved Research Our cutting-edge research and statistics explain the latest trends and challenges faced by managers in the workplace today. Members See More CMI Members have access to thousands of online learning and CPD resources. Learn more about our membership benefits Join The Community CMI offers a variety of flexible membership solutions, tailored to your needs. Find out more and get involved in the CMI community today.
