A difficult relationship
During the course of collecting research data for a number of reports, I discovered some common practices amongst senior managers and leaders who were struggling with their relationships with their teams. Many of them were operating in close proximity to the middle or junior managers who were directly reporting to them. They were aware of every action, every decision and, of course, every error. Often they would step in and ‘help’ through all good intentions, and they saw themselves as hands-on and involved. These people were also under constant time demands to complete their day-to-day tasks, as they were spending a considerable time engaged in unproductive and unnecessary effort.
The Challenges of Leading Hybrid Teams Into the New Year
The first 
Cast your mind back pre-pandemic, and you’d regularly chat to Dave in finance at the water cooler, to Rachel from HR in the kitchen grabbing your sandwiches from the fridge, and to Shalisha from marketing while she’s smacking the printer in an effort for it to work! How many of these conversations were more than incidental chats? How many of them sparked ideas and follow-up meetings because you were relaxed and informal and asking about the person’s day, or what they were busy working on? They could be conversations of joy, or stress from things not going quite to plan.
We’ve been running bespoke leadership and management development programmes to businesses and organisations across the UK since 1998 and we’re proud to call Vodafone, the BBC, Credit Suisse, Cable and Wireless and Babcock, TNT, and Barclays amongst our clients.
We recently had the pleasure of working with a London-based company, 
“When managers create a safe environment to express ideas and make suggestions, employees are 31 times (!) more likely to think their workplace is a breeding ground for innovation. Workplaces that have innovative cultures inspire employee loyalty, confidence, and willingness to give extra.” Great Place To Work
Do you need to achieve at least one of these within your team?
At Call of the Wild, we understand that leadership begins with personal development for team success. In our Big Growth phase, we’ve focused on helping leaders and individuals seize development opportunities, sharpen skills, and enhance self-awareness. By maximising individual growth, leaders are better prepared to drive their teams towards collective success.
Managers are at the heart of any organisation, responsible for guiding teams, fostering growth, and driving performance. Yet, a significant gap exists between what employees expect from their managers and what they experience. Recent research highlights this disconnect and underscores the pressing need and the importance of management training.
This morning, the UK woke up to an announcement that has sent waves of excitement through the nation: 
As we find ourselves in the lull between the 
Increasingly, the summer holidays are becoming harder and harder to get work done, with people choosing to take their annual leave while the kids are off school. Offices often feel emptier, and the usual hustle and bustle dies down. But rather than seeing this as a slow period, why not view it as a golden opportunity for personal development? Specifically, it’s the perfect time to focus on leadership skills training UK, setting you up for success when the busy season kicks back in.
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As we step into the third quarter of the year, we’re thrilled to announce our new theme: Big Growth. This theme is all about harnessing opportunities for individuals to make the most of their time for development, as individual growth feeds into the 
Setting yourself achievable short term objectives and long term goals can provide you with a vision of prosperity and motivation to work towards a better future. It encourages you to expand your knowledge, improve your skills and to become a better employee.
As the sun finally reaches its highest point in the sky, we celebrate the first day of summer. The longer days and warmer temperatures present a perfect opportunity to step outside and rejuvenate both body and 
At the heart of every thriving educational institution lies a dedicated team committed to shaping the futures of young minds. We recently heard the great news that one of our Level 6 Career Development students, Careers Lead Practitioner 
As Mental Health Awareness Week approaches, it’s crucial to reflect on how we can foster a healthy workplace culture that prioritises the mental well-being of employees. In the UK, research consistently highlights the importance of creating a culture of trust within organisations to effectively address mental health concerns.
Structured team building learning experiences serve as the cornerstone of cohesive team development, offering a strategic approach to fostering collaboration, enhancing skill sets, and fortifying interpersonal relationships within the organisational framework. Prepare to delve into an enriching discourse that blends insight with practicality, all while maintaining a professional demeanour.
After recent sessions with clients, I’ve been reflecting on why people find themselves in leadership positions. I’ve related to this our own experience here at Call of the Wild. I think our experience is common to many others in that a business idea was discussed and a new business born. This became a start up micro-business where the focus was on sales, marketing, pricing and honing the service offer to ensure the business is sustainable beyond its first year, sustainable and scalable thereafter. You start with 1 employee (you) and much goodwill on the part of others.