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How to Earn Respect as a New Manager
https://steeringpoint.ie/worklife/how-to-earn-respect-as-a-new-manager/Stepping into a managerial role for the first time is both an exciting and challenging experience. The transition from being an employee to leading a team can be daunting, especially when your authority is questioned. New managers often struggle with balancing likability and respect, setting the right tone for leadership, and dealing with employees who may not take them seriously. As McKinsey senior partner Lareina Yee aptly puts it: “Respect and likability are not the same thing” –– but many new managers end up confusing the two [1]. So, how do you earn respect as a new manager?
What to do About Childcare?
https://steeringpoint.ie/worklife/what-to-do-about-childcare/Addressing the childcare-work dilemma requires a multifaceted approach that combines increased public investment, progressive workplace policies, and cultural change. Increased public investment is critical: governments should allocate more resources to childcare, focusing on making it affordable and accessible for all families.
Harnessing Data to Fuel Employee Empowerment
https://steeringpoint.ie/worklife/harnessing-data-to-fuel-employee-empowerment/“Analysing data such as customer satisfaction scores has been increasingly embraced with more old school metrics such as exit interviews becoming less common. By analysing and examining key metrics such as customer satisfaction scores and revenue, organisations can make more informed decisions on product development and resource allocation.”
A Strategic Masterclass with Rita McGrath
https://steeringpoint.ie/podcast/a-strategic-masterclass-with-rita-mcgrath/Rita McGrath is a best-selling author, sought-after speaker, and longtime professor at Columbia Business School. As one of the world’s top experts on innovation and growth, Rita’s work is regularly published in the Harvard Business Review. She is consistently ranked among the Top 10 management thinkers in the world and was ranked #1 for strategy […]
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The Science of Succeeding: Unearthing the Mental Keys to Endurance and Excellence with Karen Weekes
https://steeringpoint.ie/podcast/dr-karen-weekes/Dr. Karen Weekes is a distinguished adventurer, sports psychologist, university lecturer and corporate consultant who etched her name in history in February 2022. She not only became the first Irish woman but also the 20th woman globally to undertake a solo oceanic row, covering an impressive 3,000 miles across the Atlantic Ocean in a span […]
How people are really using generative AI in 2025?
https://steeringpoint.ie/worklife/how-people-are-really-using-generative-ai-in-2025/In 2025, generative AI has evolved from a nascent technology into an indispensable tool woven into the fabric of daily life and business. In Harvard Business Review, Marc Zao-Sanders, co-founder of filtered.com and the author of Timeboxing: The Power of Doing One Thing at a Time, recently conducted research into generative AI use trends over […]
Addressing High Housing Costs in Ireland: Strategies for Employers
https://steeringpoint.ie/worklife/addressing-high-housing-costs-in-ireland-strategies-for-employers/“Ireland has experienced a rapid increase in housing costs over the past few years, making it increasingly difficult for both Irish citizens and those coming to the country for work to find affordable housing…The high housing costs have impacted employee morale, retention, and overall financial well-being.”
Breaking the Glass Ceiling
https://steeringpoint.ie/worklife/breaking-the-glass-ceiling/Despite efforts to promote gender equality, women continue to be underrepresented in leadership positions across various industries. According to a report by Grant Thornton Belgium, a consulting firm with expertise in audit, accountancy, tax & legal and advisory, 33.5% of all senior management positions worldwide are held by women today, compared to 32% last year and 31% in 2021. At this rate, we will not reach parity until 2053.”
To Specialise or Generalise, That is The Question
https://steeringpoint.ie/worklife/to-specialise-or-generalise-that-is-the-question/By the time most of us reach mid-career, we’ve heard it all. “Pick a lane.” “Master your craft.” “Become the go-to expert.” The mantra of specialisation — get deep, stay narrow — has long dominated career advice. It’s a compelling narrative: commit to a niche, invest your 10,000 hours, and one day you’ll be recognised […]
Dealing with Imposter Syndrome
https://steeringpoint.ie/worklife/dealing-with-imposter-syndrome/“The concept of “imposter syndrome”… is described as the feeling of “phoniness in people who believe that they are not intelligent, capable or creative despite evidence of high achievement.” They say these people “are highly motivated to achieve,” but also “live in fear of being ‘found out’ or exposed as frauds.”
Should You Consider Going Freelance?
https://steeringpoint.ie/worklife/should-you-consider-going-freelance/It may sound oxymoronic, but increasingly workers are edging towards freelancing because they feel it offers greater security than a more traditional nine to five role. This goes against the general, predominating understanding of freelancing –– that the freedom and flexibility it affords are a trade off against the instability intrinsic to not having a full-time employer.