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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

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Topic: Personal Development

“Chartered status gives me personal validation and a professional network”

Jo Ford CMgr FCMI, Chartered Manager of the Week, discusses the importance of positivity and having an entrepreneurial spirit

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Topic: Personal Development

Studying at Level 5 while running a driving school

From writing a book to teaching defensive driving, Tariq Musaji FCMI MIC takes us along the winding roads of his career

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Topic: Personal Development

“You absorb best practice almost by osmosis – but qualifications bring kudos”

Joe Swindells shares his journey from trainer to head of L&D

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Topic: Personal Development

“I thought to myself: I’m completely blagging this”

Charlie Hopkin found himself taking on a director’s role without much experience. Through CMI, he learned to inspire people

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Topic: Personal Development

Five leadership lessons from a former Google president

Matt Brittin told a CMI audience about the most important job of a manager how to navigate the changing business landscape

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Topic: Personal Development

“Working in higher education, Chartered status really comes into its own”

Lizzie Turner CMgr FCMI, Chartered Manager of the Week, shares how she went from employing Chartered Managers to becoming one

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Topic: Personal Development

The mentoring methods you need to try

Chartered Managers share their experiences of the latest tools and techniques in mentoring

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Topic: Personal Development

How can mentors become more self-aware?

Understanding your own thoughts, emotions and behaviours can help create a more open and supportive mentoring relationship

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Topic: Personal Development

“It’s our responsibility to be a great influence and set the right conditions”

Matt Elliott CMgr CCMI hopes his diverse career experiences will continue to help him support CMI’s work

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