support Archives - Leadership and Coaching Specialists

15 Jan

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How to motivate your team

Research shows that employee satisfaction often declines at the start of the year. This can show up in tangible ways; for example, absenteeism increases by 20% in January. So, how can you - as a business or team leader - help your people to get motivated?

27 Nov

Unlocking My Potential: What the ILM Level 7 Course is really like…

Balancing a career in medicine, cycling coaching, and competing with a UCI continental cycling team, Zoe Langham was keen to develop their skills. Her recent experience with the ILM Level 7 leadership course has been transformative, offering insights into the art of being an effective leader. In this interview, Zoe shares her course experience, including the challenges and the key takeaways...

11 Nov

How to Build Trust at Work?

Trust is absolutely essential for an effective team. When team members feel safe with each other and their leaders, they can share ideas, admit mistakes, and learn together. But without trust, people might hold back and avoid responsibility, which can stifle creativity. Building and maintaining trust takes ongoing effort and consistent practice. Let's look at how, and why you should focus on building trust in your workplace...

24 Sep

#ByYourSide: Pro-Noctis partners with Birmingham Women and Children’s NHS Foundation

For the last few months, we have been working with the Birmingham Women and Children’s NHS Foundation on a new leadership development initiative. The #ByYourSide programme is dedicated to supporting the career growth of staff from minority ethnic backgrounds and other protected groups...

09 Sep

Understanding Human Factors and its impact on the workplace

As humans, we are prone to making mistakes. Human Factors is about making sure that people, tasks, equipment, and the work environment all work well together. It involves understanding and managing the capabilities and limitations of people within their working environment. This is particularly key within complex organisations and systems, or a high-stakes environment where the consequences of errors can be severe...

19 Aug

Let’s Talk: Internal communication really matters

Many of the companies we work with struggle with effective internal communication. The impact this can have on the workplace is significant and is not to be underestimated. Poor communication can lead to confusion, reduced staff engagement, and a weakened company culture, ultimately impacting overall organisational effectiveness and efficiency. So, how can you improve your company's communication?

15 Jul

Pro-Noctis to withdraw from cycling team sponsorship after four successful years

After four remarkable years of partnership and numerous, significant wins and achievements, Pro-Noctis is ending it's sponsorship of Finish Line Racing Team.

03 Jun

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The Tour of Britain: Pro-Noctis takes to the multi-stage…

From June 6 to 9, the Tour of Britain Women, the UK's largest stage race, will take place. Our sponsored team, Pro-Noctis - 200° Coffee - Hargreaves Contracting, is one of the UCI elite teams participating in the race. Ahead of the action, we had the chance to interview team Captain Amy Gornall and Phil Kelly, Pro-Noctis MD, to learn more about what it takes to compete in a stage race.

25 Mar

Coaching Supervision: A must for coaches and mentors

Are you an experienced coach or mentor? Are you undertaking or facilitating supervision? We are delighted to offer an Institute Approved Coach/ Mentor Supervision Training programme that will equip you with the knowledge and the skills you require to practice as a competent and confident coach/mentor supervisor...

19 Mar

Take a closer look: The ILM Level 5 Certificate in Effective Coaching and Mentoring

Are you considering a Certificate in Effective Coaching and Mentoring? Our ILM 5 Certificate in Effective Coaching and Mentoring programme is highly regarded and one of our most popular courses. In this article, you'll learn everything you need to know about this programme, and we'll explain why it could be the perfect training solution for you! Let's take a closer look...