How to Become a Successful Project Manager
Choosing to become a project manager is a demanding yet satisfying career choice. The project manager is the glue that holds a team together and needs to be in possession of a wide range of skills. They steer the ship in the right direction, motivate their team and help them achieve greater results. Project managers…
Expert Insights: Best CV Practices According to HR Experts
Writing the perfect resumé is difficult to pin down for most of us. What format should you use? How do you put your best foot forward to show you’re the right candidate for the job? What will make your resumé stand out from the hundreds landing on the hiring manager’s desk? These are just some…
Konstantinos Vichoudis: “I recommend Alison because of their mission: innovation, inclusivity, knowledge, empowerment.”
“My name is Konstantinos Vichoudis. I am 42 years old and I live in Thessaloniki, Greece. I have a masters in Project Management and I’ve worked as a civil engineer for 14 years. I am also a certified adult educator, with certification from both the National Organisation for the Certification of Qualifications & Vocational Guidance…
Learning a New Language
Félicitations! You’ve decided to make one of your 2023 goals to learn a new language. Learning a new language is no easy feat. The good news is that it’s not impossible if you’re determined, put in the effort, set SMART goals for yourself, and sign up with a reputable learning platform to get you from…
8 Most Common English Grammar Mistakes We Make
Mar 20, 2019 When it comes to language, it’s easy to make English grammar mistakes, even as native speakers. Here are the 8 most commonly made errors to watch out for. 1. The Missing Comma A comma is used after an introductory word, phrase, or clause. This gives a pause after the introductory element and…
LMS Challenges and How to Avoid Them
Learning Management Systems (LMS) have revolutionised the way education and training are delivered, offering numerous benefits for learners and educators alike. However, like any technology, LMS implementation comes with its fair share of challenges. In this article, we will explore common LMS challenges and provide practical tips on how to avoid them. What are the…
Combatting the Stigma Around Loneliness
Loneliness is a natural human emotion, yet it remains one of the most stigmatised. This Loneliness Awareness Week (June 9-15), Alison is highlighting a free course designed to help develop connections – and open up conversations about this natural aspect of the human condition. The course, Guide to Wellbeing: From Loneliness to Connection, highlights how…
Improving Your Communication Skills
From small to medium-sized teams, remote teams, communication tools and apps, multicultural organisations, and time zone differences, the workplace is continuously evolving. One essential aspect that weaves through the evolution and impacts an individual’s, team’s, and organisation’s success is communication. No matter who you are, where you are based, what you do, or even dream…
Tips to Ace Your Performance Review
On one hand, reaching the mid-year mark is cause for celebration, excitement, and anticipation. The year is almost up, and the festive season is fast approaching. On the other hand, it can be filled with dread, nerves, and uncertainty. This could be because your annual performance appraisal is on the horizon and you’re experiencing various…
The Art of Presentations
There are world-renowned speakers who can orate with confidence, entrance an audience, and speak with the natural ease that makes it seem like they were born to present. Then there are good speakers whose voices can hold your attention and will get a standing ovation. And there are those who crumble at the very thought…
