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Topic: Personal Development

Ultimate life hacks you can use at work

There’s no need to completely overhaul the way you work – but these tricks will change your habits for the better.

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Topic: Personal Development

The psychology of list-makers

Is there a psychological reason why people find them so satisfying? And do they really make you more productive?

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Topic: Personal Development

Never miss a deadline again

Become a timekeeping master with these techniques…

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Topic: Personal Development

When Personal and Professional Goals Overlap

Most People Make Plans for Their Professional Goals but is Work the Only Part of Life You Can Apply Smart Objectives to?

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Topic: Personal Development

CMI’s Ultimate Guide To Email Etiquette

You May Know How to Text and Have a Conversation Through Gifs – but Do You Actually Know How to Draft an Email?

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Topic: Mental Health and Wellbeing

Mental health triggers in your workplace

Sometimes we think we’re unaffected by an event or experience – but MFHA England’s research shows otherwise…

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Topic: Equality and Diversity

Creating change in the Royal Navy

In Black History month, meet those taking on the challenges of diversity in the oldest of the UK’s armed services.

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Topic: Personal Development

Making Smart Objectives Unique to Your Team

Following a Framework Can Make Objectives Feel Rigid. Here’s How to Use Smart Goals in a Way That’s Tailored and Effective

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Topic: Personal Development

Meet the People Writing Their Own Success Story

In All Stages of Life Priorities Change Success Isn’t Always About an Office Job Sometimes You Have to Take a Different Route

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Topic: Mental Health and Wellbeing

Become a mental health first aider

How can a mental health first aid certification help you support your colleagues to get the help they need at work?

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Topic: Mental Health and Wellbeing

Should You Talk About Mental Health In An Interview?

Mental health issues can be difficult to bring up, but one leading HR director pays to be upfront

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