Mobile or desk-bound? Some interesting data showing what might be coming...Certainly the way we access and use data is changing, but in light of the pace of change, this suggests not just a revolution in the toys we opt to use - but a change in the way we use them.This will have profound impacts for the policy makers (national, local and in firms), HR teams and IT departments, not least the lawyers looking at data security and IP/ copyright issues. … [Read more...] about Mobile or desk-bound?
Increase Communication Between Your Colleagues
Increase Communication Between Your Colleagues The pace of work is increasing, we have less people to do the same, if not more work, and the irony is that it is in times like this that we need to spend more time on smarter communications between our peopleIn basic terms people throughout organisations do not communicate with each other very well, be that managers, employees or the senior managers/ leaders.For a business (or any organisation) to run efficiently and effectively, people … [Read more...] about Increase Communication Between Your Colleagues
How Blogging can help Business Increase Sales
How Blogging Can Help Business Increase Sales Those of us that blog for business know this stuff works, but it is useful when we come across small prices of research which support and reinforce our actions.Interestingly while blogging for B2B (Business to Business) is not as effective as B2C (Business to Consumer) - it still has a significant impact on traffic and sales.What is not said however is the location of the blog. Is in on the site or off site? I suspect it is on site for this … [Read more...] about How Blogging can help Business Increase Sales
SoLoMo or SoEnCo – Which is the sustainable future?
SoLoMo or SoEnCo? Which is the sustainable future? Is it one, the other or are the very different things?SoLoMo Social, Local & Mobile - is certainly the "next big thing" but is it sustyainable, or a sign of the technology and social/ economic times we are in colliding. Is this just a part of societyies version of the centralise, decentralise approach?SoEnCo Social Media as a Social Enterprise Collaboration/ Co-operative approachNetworks and the way organisations are changing. the … [Read more...] about SoLoMo or SoEnCo – Which is the sustainable future?
Social media – hired or fired because of it?
Social media - hired or fired because of it? Public social media is now a part of many people's every day life, and as time goes by, increasingly it is being used as a tool against individuals. With many organisations publicly encouraging people to "go social" and often their customers wanting the opposite, it is only a matter of time before people are either "silenced" altogether - of firms and organisations will be outed for restrictive inappropriate behaviourThis research from Tribehr … [Read more...] about Social media – hired or fired because of it?
Change Curve Debunked?
Change Curve Debunked? Some time ago I read an interesting post by Rob Robson on the change curve at his blog (Now defunct) .This sparked some thoughts which I share below. Change Curve debunked... really? Rob asks is the Kubler Ross change curve an over simplification - yes of course... all models are over simplifications of reality - isn't that what they were created for, to take a complex theory and enable the PRINCIPLES to be more easily understood?He raises some … [Read more...] about Change Curve Debunked?
Our Technology Work Habits – are workers slack?
Our Technology Work Habits - are workers slack? It had to happen. 20 years ago most people were banned from using the office phone for private calls, then email come in, and only a few "lucky" people had it... then the internet.With many IT teams stopping 90% of users having general internet access. Today it is accessing specific sites that are most often blocked, namely social media related sites, and personal email sites.So we have moved from not being allowed to even use technology … [Read more...] about Our Technology Work Habits – are workers slack?
Why Must your Business go "Social"
Why Must your Business go "Social" Because I have been using social tools both to "do" business and to grow and market my business I believe it is a critical way forward, and yet almost every day and in many meetings I meet people that just "don't get it"They think of "social media" as Facebook and Twitter - but social is more than that - its about collaborating with the right people, at the right time to solve a business challenge of deliver a business opportunity.It's more about … [Read more...] about Why Must your Business go "Social"
Leadership going through the levels
No matter what level of manager you are, a team leader or first line manager you will need leadership skills to succeed. The transition from 'employee' to team leader or supervisor/ manager is often a difficult one. The management in the business do not see you as part of their team. The employees from where you have been promoted no longer see you as one of the girls (or boys), and now part of "the management".You are in the middle ground. One your own!Identifying what leaders need at … [Read more...] about Leadership going through the levels
Checking professional membership or accredited user status
Accreditation buttons - who are you? Is the person why they really say they are? - protecting your IP & reputation - "accreditation buttons" Recently I have been thinking about using of the logos of the professional bodies I belong to on this and other sites - but then many do not want their IP used (ie their Logo) as it may be seen as an endorsement. At the same time I want to be able to use this as a differentiation. How could this be a win/win?This got me thinking … [Read more...] about Checking professional membership or accredited user status
leadership and management models download- page 2
Leadership and Management Models Download PowerPoint Slides - page 2 At RapidBI we use many management and leadership models and through the process of using them we have developed a library of 100′s.These pages have proved so popular that we now offer unbranded PowerPoint slides for you to download and use.Please note many of the models on the slides are copyright – please use appropriately. Go back to page 1 of the models [wp_eStore_fancy1 id=1]Deming … [Read more...] about leadership and management models download- page 2
PRIMO-F business growth model
PRIMO-F - The Business Growth Model The PRIMO-F model was developed as part of a SWOT analysis of an organization. It provides a consistent framework for comparison either from within the organization or to benchmark against a previous analysis or benchmark against other organizations.The PRIMO-F model was based on some research work from the Durham University Business School (DUBS), looking at what makes an organization and it's management effective.This research demonstrated that … [Read more...] about PRIMO-F business growth model
School Improvement Review – SIR
RapidBI is Looking Back to School In the last few weeks we have been approached and asked if we have a BIR suitable for the education market. One of the problems with the BIR in this context is the structure of the organisation and its relationship to its customers (the students). While the BIR will work well for the management of the education establishment, it will not be as successful at looking at teacher and student engagement. Nor will it take into account the limitations on "marketing" … [Read more...] about School Improvement Review – SIR
Assess the health of your business – FAST!
Assess the health of your business As the economy stays tight for many businesses, now is the time to carry out a health check to look at what is and what is not happening in a healthy way.Its easy to focus on the day-to-day, but taking a short amount of time to work on the business rather than work in the business can pay dividends.Many smaller firms talk to their accountants on a regular basis, and sure this can help, but its not just financial health you need to keep an eye on. While … [Read more...] about Assess the health of your business – FAST!
ICAEW Directors Briefings #Updated
Directors briefings are for senior managers and strategic decision makers. Directors Briefings, Resources for busy professionals:Every now and again as a consultant, manager or business adviser we need to put our hands on short, accurate and trusted materials covering a wide range of topics.In a previous blog entry, I highlighted some of the fact-sheets available from the CIPD most of which are open to any web site visitor. In the same way that the CIPD fact-sheets provide HR based … [Read more...] about ICAEW Directors Briefings #Updated
Using Facebook Canvas as a Marketing Tool for SMEs
In a previous RapidBI article we discussed the effectiveness of Twitter in terms of marketing for SMEs. However, it is far from being the only social media tool that you can use to reach your online audiences. Facebook Canvas was introduced a year ago to allow companies, including SMEs, to establish their marketing presence on the social media platform in a new way.What is Facebook Canvas? At first glance, a Facebook Canvas advertisement resembles a standard ad on the social media site. … [Read more...] about Using Facebook Canvas as a Marketing Tool for SMEs
How To Write A Business Diagnostic Tool
How To Develop A Business Diagnostic — a recipe for success Almost every consulting firm you look at offer a business health check or diagnostic tool of some kind. Often these are free. Sometimes they are premium. But do they work? this article explores what is required to write a Business Diagnostic Tool. Unfortunately many look sexy and seem on the surface to offer real value. But are they what they seem? Many of these tools only look at a narrow part of your organization. But your business … [Read more...] about How To Write A Business Diagnostic Tool
Internal and External Factors that impact the employment relationship
The employment relationship between the employer and employee can often be dynamic. There are many internal and external factors that impact the employment relationship. The environment in which we operate is in constant change or flux. To develop effective employee engagement, leadership and Human Resources teams need to be aware of the factors that can impact the relationship. What is the employment relationship? According to the ILO:The employment relationship is the legal link between … [Read more...] about Internal and External Factors that impact the employment relationship
Is the fast food approach to learning and development working? #hrblog #cipdLDShow
Is the fast food approach to learning and development working? Last week I was at the annual CIPD conference for Learning and Development professionals. Whilst much of the content of the paid for conference sessions was about ensuring training and learning activities were effective, the mood on the exhibition floor was different. Off the shelf or bespoke? Every provider that offered off-the-shelf learning solutions also offered bespoke solutions. But the emphasis for may was the off-the-shelf, … [Read more...] about Is the fast food approach to learning and development working? #hrblog #cipdLDShow
Trade show tips for exhibitors #cipdLDshow 2 Badges – one person – How to get a very different experience at Trade Shows and Exhibitions
Trade shows and exhibitions are a mainstay in the armoury of sales and marketing teams. They cost a lot of money to rent the booths. To design the stand. To have resources and people for the duration of the event. But are they making the most of the opportunity? Presentation Skills at Trade Shows many exhibition organisers offer training and guidance on standing, greeting and engaging people as they walk around the event. many are still not heeding this advice. At this years event for example … [Read more...] about Trade show tips for exhibitors #cipdLDshow 2 Badges – one person – How to get a very different experience at Trade Shows and Exhibitions
