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: Why engineering graduate VJ is taking the pathway to ChMC Vaibhav Joshi Assoc.ChMC says more people should consider ChMC status as an early career move Read article Article Topic: Apprenticeships Nationwide degree apprentices: studying “sparks creativity and innovation” Two Chartered Manager Degree Apprentices from Nationwide Building Society share why studying is such a valuable investment Read article Article Topic: Equality and Diversity How to make the most of a multi-generational workplace Younger workers bring new perspectives. Older staff deliver the experience. Here’s how to ensure it’s a harmonious marriage Read article Article Topic: What can managers do to tackle gender pay gaps? Pay disparities remain a debilitating issue – a panel of experts at a recent CMI event shared how you can help close the gap 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.