Helen Joy and Aoife O’Brien speak about first time managers, and answer the question: what makes a great manager? In this current Covid world, we cover the non-verbal cues and how to check in with people to make sure they’re doing ok. Traditionally the role of the manager has been to make sure that stuff gets done, now it is more focused on getting the best out of people. We talk about the key skills required to be an effective manager, such as communication, including setting clear expectations for the role of the manager, emotional intelligence (self-awareness, self-management in particular), flexibility, adaptability, critical thinking and coaching.

Helen passionately believes that we are all capable of creating a motivating and inspiring workplace if we want to do so.

She is passionate about Leadership and Management Development, particularly aspiring and new managers. She led and developed teams within operational and support environments to achieve results through formal/informal training and coaching.

Helen has held senior operational and training roles in the recruitment industry and has a clear understanding of the need to balance commercial realities and results with people development.

Helen's expertise lies in enabling businesses to grow from the inside out by working with managers to create inspired, motivated, top-performing teams.

Helen’s links:

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/helenjoyleadershipgrowth/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/PeopleSparkltd

Website: http://www.people-spark.co.uk

My social links:

https://www.linkedin.com/in/aoifemobrien

https://twitter.com/HappierAtWorkHQ

https://www.instagram.com/happieratwork.ie

https://www.facebook.com/groups/happieratworkpodcast