How Managers Manage

Send us a textOn this episode, we are joined by Tracey Shakespeare, who shares her advice and tools on how to be a great manager and put confidence into their practice.In this episode, Tracey and Alesia discuss the role of a manager, tools and techniques, and how to build resilience, confidence and personal development as a manager.Tune in to listen to Tracey's advice from a HR perspective and her experience of supporting managers.This episode was hosted by Alesia Malysko - Senior Consultant (Human Resources) at The ONE Group.If you would like to be our next guest speaker, host or ask us a question, please email us at [email protected] by Leanne Davidson-Town and Producer Bex.

Send us a textOn this episode, we are joined by Megan Cann, Senior Management Accountant at Compare the Market, who shares her journey through the CIMA qualification.In this episode, Megan shares the challenges of balancing work and study, the benefits of gaining a professional qualification, and her future aspirations in accountancy and finance.Tune in to listen to Megan's personal experience, the highs and lows of her CIMA journey, her advice for aspiring accountants, and her vision for the future.This episode was hosted by Megan Lemmon - Senior Consultant (Accountancy & Finance) at The ONE Group.If you would like to be our next guest speaker, host or ask us a question, please email us at [email protected] by Leanne Davidson-Town and Producer Bex.

Send us a textOn this episode, we are joined by Babita Paul, a Menopause Trainer and Gut Health Coach, who delves into the fascinating world of gut health and nutrition.In this episode, we explore the intricate connection between our gut microbiome and overall wellbeing, particularly in the context of our busy work lives. Discover how a healthy gut can boost energy levels, improve mood and mental clarity, aid in weight management, enhance sleep quality and strengthen the immune system.Tune in to listen to Babita's personal experience, her practical tips on how to nourish your gut through diet and lifestyle changes, and her suggestions on how to improve your nutrition with a busy work life.If you would like to be our next guest speaker, host or ask us a question, please email us at [email protected] by Leanne Davidson-Town and Producer Bex.

Send us a textOn this episode, we are joined by Charlotte Horobin, CEO at the Cambridgeshire Chamber of Commerce and Jen Richardson, our Scientific Divisional Manager. Charlotte and Jen dive into the future of Cambridgeshire’s economy, touching on international trade, government change, net zero, digital revolution and the future workforce and skills. Tune in to listen to their thoughts, insights and professional advice on how businesses can navigate themselves through the changes in the economy.If you would like to be our next guest speaker, host or ask us a question, please email us at [email protected] by Leanne Davidson-Town and Producer Bex.

Send us a textOn this episode, we are joined by Adrian Goodman, Founder and Director of PPX Consulting Ltd and author of "Achieving Profitable Growth".This is part two of our 'Mastering Your Control Cycle' series where Adrian talks us through the six-step journey of the control cycle. In part two, Adrian shares his advice on step 2, pre-evaluation (budget) and step 3, post-evaluation (variance analysis).If you are interested in part one of this series, head over to our YouTube Channel: The ONE Group Ltd (Mastering Your Control Cycle: The Control Cycle and Performance Evaluation)If you would like to be our next guest speaker, host or ask us a question, please email us at [email protected] by Leanne Davidson-Town and Producer Bex.

Send us a textOn this episode, we're diving into part two of our series on the perfect recruitment process; equipping you with the knowledge to enhance your recruitment practices and ensure a positive experience for all candidates.Anne and Jen discuss the importance of creating seamless employee experiences, covering onboarding, aftercare and offboarding processes.From pre-start jitters to exit interviews, our experts share insights on building strong employee relationships, fostering a positive company culture and handling challenging situations with grace, ensuring employee satisfaction from day one to the end.If you would like to be our next guest speaker, host or ask us a question, please email us at [email protected] by Leanne Davidson-Town and Producer Bex.

Send us a textOn this episode, we're diving into a two-part series on the perfect recruitment process; equipping you with the knowledge to enhance your recruitment practices and ensure a positive experience for all candidates.Anne and Jen discuss the importance of the candidate journey, covering topics such as CVs, feedback, interviews, how to keep candidates engaged, maintaining effective communication and provide a seamless onboarding process.This episodes includes tips for handling the influx of CVs, using agencies, setting criteria for job postings and the importance of timely responses to applicants. They also share insights on the ideal length and content of CVs and discuss the balance between thoroughness and efficiency in the interview stages.Stay tuned for part two, where we'll cover onboarding, aftercare and offboarding processes.If you would like to be our next guest speaker, host or ask us a question, please email us at [email protected] by Leanne Davidson-Town and Producer Bex.

Send us a textFeeling lost in the networking world? Don't worry, we've got you covered!On this episode, we are joined by our Business Networking Manager, David Ardern and Managing Director at Hertfordshire Chamber of Commerce, Donna Schultz.Donna and David discuss the foundational elements of building a strong network and explore the essential steps everyone needs to take from starting out at networking to becoming a pro.Whether you're a seasoned professional or just starting out, this episode is packed with actionable, fun and engaging tips to connect with new businesses and individuals.If you would like to be our next guest speaker, host or ask us a question, please email us at [email protected] by Leanne Davidson-Town and Producer Bex.

Send us a textOn this episode, we are joined by co-host Megan Lemmon (Senior Consultant) and our guest, Kayleigh Evans (Group FP&A Analyst at Bakkavor) who converted from a big four accounting firm into an industry role.Kayleigh shares her first-hand experience on making the switch from practice to industry and the positive career aspects of her industry role.For those contemplating a similar move, this episode is packed with insights, Kayleigh's top tips and Megan's expert recruitment advice.If you would like to be our next guest speaker, host or ask us a question, please email us at [email protected] by Leanne Davidson-Town and Producer Bex.

Send us a textOn this episode, we are joined by our Talent and Development Manager, Georgie Liversage, to discuss what companies should be doing to build an outstanding EVP.Georgie was one of many who has helped develop The ONE Group's EVP - perfecting our company culture, benefits, career development and rewards. We were thrilled to have won the 'Employer of the Year 2023' award at the SME Hertfordshire Business Awards and SME Cambridgeshire Business Awards, showcasing our approach in how we look after our employees.Tune in to find out what you should do to create an award-winning EVP...If you would like to be our next guest speaker, host or ask us a question, please email us at [email protected] by Leanne Davidson-Town and Producer Bex.