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Topic: Personal Development

“Being Chartered is a hallmark of competency and integrity”

Michael Hermin built his career on tackling projects, mentoring future leaders and proves the value of an accreditation

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Topic: Employment Landscape

Five tips to retain and develop green talent

With demand for green skills soaring, leaders face a challenge: how do you attract the right people – and keep them?

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Topic: Personal Development

From Army officer to project professional, via Chartered Manager status

Nick Aitken CMgr MCMI, Chartered Manager and Chartered Engineer in the defence sector, shares how he’s thrived

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Topic: Personal Development

“Chartered status makes sure I am the best I can be to support the team”

Iain Kirtley CMgr FCMI explains how Chartered status has shaped his journey in management

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Highlights – 24 September

I spy: bossware, high-impact managers and leadership “power moves”

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Topic: Personal Development

“To progress in your career, a management apprenticeship is the best way forward”

Laura Fenton achieved a level 3 qualification while juggling her personal life

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Topic: Personal Development

AI tips for consultants: be transparent and understand your value proposition

AI reshaped consulting, creating opportunities to boost efficiency and client value

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Topic: Workplace Culture

Five ways to be a high-impact manager

From accepting vulnerability to fulfilling people’s need for connection, there are many ways to enhance your practice

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Topic: Personal Development

“Why I took my learning to Level 8”

Joann Robertson CMgr FCMI, a seasoned manager in the defence sector, shares the value of continuous learning

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Topic: Communication

Giving a presentation? It’s about your audience, not you

The more you understand your audience, the more effective your presentation will be

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Topic: Personal Development

“The process reinforced that I am a consultant”

Dwayne Lynch MCMI ChMC shares how earning ChMC accreditation helped him push past imposter syndrome

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Topic: Personal Development

“It’s not about the hours, it’s about the passion”

Becoming a Chartered Manager allowed Danica Fava CMgr MCMI to take an objective look at her management style

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