This article argues that having a compliance advocate at board level is not just a token gesture to satisfy regulators, but a strategic necessity.
Leadership

The Risks of Marginalising Compliance
What happens when compliance is absent or ignored in the boardroom? In short, regulatory blind spots multiply and the risks – both to customers and the firm – escalate.

A Compliance Voice Is a Strategic Asset – Not a Constraint
Giving compliance a seat at the board table is about baking in long-term resilience. It’s about making your business stronger and more sustainable.

Building the Right Team
As a leader, building the right team is crucial for success. Whether it's a project team or an operational team, understanding your team's strengths and weaknesses can set the limits of achievement.

Succession Planning: Ensuring Continuity and Compliance
While most businesses recognise the value of succession planning, few succeed. 86% of leaders believe succession planning is an urgent priority for their business, yet just 14% think they’re doing it well. In this article, we explore the importance of succession planning.

The Importance of Non-Verbal Communication
When verbally communicating with others we don’t usually think about our body language; it’s instinctive rather than an intentional decision. But non-verbal actions can send strong meanings and affect the words you say, both positively and negatively. Why does this matter in the workplace?

5 Essential Skills for L&D Professionals to Create More Effective Training Programmes
As L&D professionals are increasingly involved in high-level business initiatives it can be overwhelming to determine which skills to prioritise to make the most significant impact. In this article, we look at 5 skills that will help L&D professionals make a real difference for both individuals and organisations.

Emotional Intelligence in Management
Emotions are inevitably a part of everyday experiences in the workplace, however, sometimes they can negatively affect your staff. In this article, we look at how being able to understand and regulate your emotions, as well as the emotions of others, can lead to success in management.

How to Make a Neurodivergent-Friendly Recruitment Process
In November, GCHQ and BAE Systems both issued an appeal to attract more neurodivergent employees. Having a more diverse team of people can lead to innovation but how do you attract neurodiverse employees and make the recruitment process inclusive?