Turn underperformance into high performance

The importance of leadership

Skills development in a successful business doesn't only apply to your staff. In order to recognise and fully develop the skills your business needs to succeed, there are certain skills which you as an owner or a manager will have to develop.

Every successful business requires leadership to make the most of the skills its staff possesses. This isn't just a matter for larger businesses - even if you only employ one or two people you still need to make sure that you make the most of their abilities and aptitudes.

This requires a distinct set of management skills. You have to be able to motivate and develop your team, to communicate well with them and to build a business strategy that allows each individual to perform to the best of their abilities.

You need to consider whether this leadership area is one in which you, and other senior managers if you have them, could benefit from training.

For further information about the kinds of skills that business owners need, see our guide on skills and training for directors and owners.

There are many management-training courses in the UK which can help you translate business objectives into practical actions, use the resources available to you as efficiently as possible and create a successful team.

Your local Business Link will be able to advise you on management and leadership training available in your local area. 

Subjects covered in this guide

• Introduction
• Benchmark the performance of your business
• Identify skills gaps holding you back
• Make the most of the skills your staff already have
• The importance of leadership
• Use staff training to improve performance
• The benefits of qualifications and accreditations
• The new Investors in People Standard
• Practical considerations

 

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