Behaviour

Multi-tasking: Juggling Jobs

Behaviour / 08 February 2012

Tackling more than one task at a time might mean organisations are able to take on more – but will any of the work be done to the required standard? Karen Higginbottom asks if multi-tasking managers are friend or foe

Preventing and managing stress

Behaviour / 06 February 2012

Managers have a vital role to play in helping employees cope with stress but it requires a willingness to talk about the issue, says Dr Sally Wilson, research fellow at the Institute for Employment Studies (IES)

10 ways to increase workplace happiness

Behaviour / 18 January 2012

Workplace happiness may seem like an oxymoron to some people, but Nic Paton shows that it’s possible to achieve a more positive office in 10 easy steps

Encouraging ethics in the workplace

Behaviour / 06 January 2012

The current state of the labour market, with its lack of pay rises and declining fringe benefits, might seem like the perfect environment for unethical behaviour to flourish. Yet the results of a recent poll are reassuring. Matt McAllister looks at how managers can maintain an ethical spirit

Managers hampered by Christmas hangovers

Behaviour / 09 December 2011

With the Christmas party season now firmly upon us, Matt McAllister examines how Britain’s festive drinking culture can take its toll on work

The power of nice

Behaviour / 30 November 2011

While many managers believe that ruling with an iron fist is the only way to succeed in business, some are leading with their more likeable side – and getting results. Sue Weekes explores whether nice guys can actually finish first

The problem with perfectionists

Behaviour / 28 November 2011

While maintaining high standards is an admirable trait, an obsession with detail can have negative consequences for both managers and their teams. Laura Johnson takes a closer look at perfectionists

Management masterclass: Building resilience

Behaviour / 04 November 2011

In a series for senior managers, Edge looks at the key issues facing leaders. In this masterclass, Scott Beagrie investigates ways to build your emotional resilience

Are you a crisis junkie?

Behaviour / 19 October 2011

If you love a tight deadline and produce your best work under pressure, but find your attention wandering when things are going smoothly, then you might be a crisis junkie. Laura Johnson investigates the pros and cons

How to... be optimistic

Behaviour / 10 October 2011

Having an optimistic outlook can improve your productivity and even your quality of life. Helen Mayson has six top tips to top up your optimism levels