What are companies doing with regards to 'My Team'

The Leadership Development Programme equips managers to effectively manage individuals and teams. Regular communication, trust, empowerment, and support from managers help create an environment conducive for employees to thrive.

The Senior Leadership Team at Alzheimer’s Research UK exemplifies the charity's leadership attributes, creating organisational clarity and keeping employees informed through various communication channels. The Leadership Attributes are integral to the organisation's culture, promoting a sense of empowerment and responsibility among employees.

AAT supports personal growth with diverse learning opportunities. They offer soft-skill training courses and pay membership fees of industry trade bodies, enabling individuals to follow best practice and develop in their careers.

AAT's commitment to social mobility is demonstrated through their bursary scheme, enabling dedicated individuals to succeed in the sector regardless of their personal circumstances. They also endeavour to achieve Net Zero by 2030, contributing to environmental sustainability.

Brown Recycling supports the employees growth and development within the business. With support from its HSE and HR departments to external training, the organisation recognises potential and encourages growth however it can.

The management team at Brown Recycling demonstrate healthy behaviours and habits, encouraging employees to do the same. By normalising conversations that may seem daunting to some, they support employees to seek help wherever maybe needed, with the additional benefit of its health platform, access to help is manageable in a variety of different ways.

The leadership team fosters organisational clarity through several key practices. They prioritise open and transparent communication, ensuring that all employees are kept informed about company goals, changes, and progress. This is achieved through regular meetings where updates and expectations are clearly communicated. Additionally, directors conduct quarterly strategy sessions to review and refine the company direction.

The organisation works closely with The Message Trust/Community Grocer and have sent staff out on volunteer days to take part in gardening in the community and packing in a grocer's warehouse. The Flava People also donates some of its products and a proportion of its sales to the same charity.

ITG offers a comprehensive framework for development, including structured training programmes, regular appraisals, and financial support. The clarity provided by the Appraisal Guide and Commission Structure empowers employees to take charge of their career growth.

ITG’s Senior Management sets the benchmark for excellence, leading by example and embodying the company's values. Their commitment to fostering a sense of unity and purpose inspires employees to uphold the company's values and contribute to its success.

For Wellbeing Week in 2023 and this year, Scottish Friendly had a comprehensive diary of fun and practical activities including board and console games during lunch as well as more focused health sessions including massages, flu vaccinations and workshops on managing stress.

The organisation seeks to reward colleagues through peer recognition, offering £50 per month to the winner. It is currently implementing a new recognition scheme whereby three winners will each get one days additional annual leave, plus £100 credit into their recognition pot which they can spend on vouchers, experiences, gifts or charity donations.

ActiveQuote’s Wellbeing Champions team consists of mental health first-aid trained staff members who are available to chat and support staff at any time. The organisation also has a comprehensive PMI policy which is medical history disregarded and includes mental health cover, and a digital health service provider where people can talk to doctors online.

The organisation uses its entry-level role as a type of ‘academy’ where it trains, mentors, and develops its ‘early careers’ talent into future leaders and internally recruit them into other roles. ActiveQuote invest in qualifications for employees too such as Cert CII, CIPD, and DevOps qualifications.

Connection Support created a working group to focus on: Completing a suite of core competencies for all staff; Improving induction training; Improving overall training and development of staff; and Implementing development opportunities from the survey feedback sessions in 2023.

Managers at Connection Support have the opportunity to gain a Leadership & Management qualification through the Institute in Leadership & Management (ILM). Managers are currently working toward Level 3 and upon completion will achieve an Apprenticeship in Team Leading and an ILM Level 3 Diploma in Management.

IP Integration has 'Wellness Days', where if an individual is overwhelmed, stressed, burnt out or struggling, their manager can give them a day, or more if required, to recoup, without it affecting annual leave allowance or being noted as sick leave. Additionally, the organisation has an Employee Assistance Programme for those that need professional support.

IP Integration's Performance Enablement process enables top performers to be recognised as 'Exceptional' people. During Company Kick-Off events, held at the beginning of its financial year, it present these exceptional individuals to the rest of the organisation and give them a £750 voucher for going above and beyond.

At Wyboston Lakes Resort, trust and openness are encouraged. The company promotes 'vulnerability-based trust', enabling employees to voice their thoughts and ideas without fear of negative repercussions. This supportive culture is further reinforced by the CEO, who personally highlights instances of open communication.

The leadership team at Wyboston Lakes Resort maintains strong lines of communication with all team members. They host bi-annual All Team Meetings to keep everyone updated on the long-term business plan, current trading, and future projects, demonstrating their commitment to transparency and engagement.