Leadership, management & team culture

How do you balance pushing for brave creative work without burning out your team?

Learn how to push for brilliant creative work whilst protecting your team from burnout with practical leadership strategies.

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How do I deal with a colleague who is treating me badly?

Struggling with a colleague treating you badly? Get expert advice on managing difficult workplace relationships, especially when friendship is involved.

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How to address a supervisor who seems nice in private but doesn't support or credit you in public?

Manager supportive in private but throws you under the bus publicly? Expert advice on addressing inconsistent supervisor behaviour at work.

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How to handle being pulled from projects if your Creative Director doesn't agree with your style?

Feeling stuck because your Creative Director dislikes your style? Here's how to handle being pulled from projects with confidence and clarity.

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How do I approach my manager who takes credit for my work?

Dealing with a manager who takes credit for your design work? Learn effective strategies to address credit-stealing and ensure your creative contributions are recognized.

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How do I let my team know that I’m stressed or not coping with the current workload and still remain a good leader that they respect?

Learn how to communicate stress and workload challenges to your team while maintaining respect and authority as a creative leader.

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How do you help two team members get on the same page?

Learn practical techniques to help two team members get on the same page, from identifying shared goals to understanding different working styles.

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I'm in a leadership role and find it hard to make genuine friendships at work because of my role, how do i overcome this?

Struggling to make friendships as a creative leader? Expert advice on building meaningful workplace relationships while navigating the complexities of leadership roles.

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I work part time in a senior role and feel like there is an expectation to put in more than full time workers

Learn how to manage expectations and set boundaries when working part-time in senior creative roles, with expert advice on workplace communication.

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What are some initiatives you recommend to help celebrate your employee’s successes and make sure everyone feels recognised?

Learn simple, effective ways to recognise and celebrate employee's successes from creative industry leaders. Practical tips for meaningful team recognition.

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As a new senior leader, how can I change the toxic culture in an organisation?

Expert advice for new senior leaders on navigating toxic workplace culture. Learn strategic approaches to succeed while staying true to your values.

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How can you communicate mental health struggles without your team thinking you're lazy / can't cope?

Learn how to communicate mental health struggles at work without seeming lazy. Expert advice on being specific, strategic, and solution-focused.

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How can managers create a safe space for their team to speak up about mental health?

Learn how managers can create psychological safety for teams to discuss mental health. Expert advice on vulnerability, listening skills and building trust.

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How do I deal with a manager that has no empathy?

Practical advice for dealing with an unempathetic manager, from building support networks to reframing communication strategies for creative professionals.

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There's a person that I work with that I can't get on with and I dread meeting with them. How can I stop these feelings?

Struggling with a difficult colleague? Expert advice on managing workplace relationships, from self-reflection to having productive conversations.

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My boss refuses my request to take a mental health day. What should I do?

Boss refusing your mental health day request? Get practical strategies for getting the time off you need, plus know your workplace rights.

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As a creative, how do I deal with Marketing Managers dictating to me what to do?

Struggling with marketing managers dictating creative decisions? Learn collaborative strategies to reclaim your creative influence and build better working relationships.

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How can I turn a poor performing team into a high performing team?

Stuck with a poor performing team? Learn how to turn things around without burning out, from industry experts who've been there.

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How do I handle joining a team that's notorious for working long hours and weekends?

: Navigate joining a team known for long hours and weekends. Expert advice on maintaining boundaries while delivering great work and being a valued team member.

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How do I balance meeting deadlines and working overtime along with the expectations of my employer?

Navigate overtime expectations in creative work. Expert advice on balancing deadlines, employer demands and your wellbeing in the creative industry.

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How do I tell if my new manager is going to be kind?

Learn how to spot red flags and research potential managers before accepting a job. Plus practical advice for recovering from toxic workplace experiences.

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How do I work in a team where it feels like everyone's trying to compete with each other?

Learn how to work in competitive teams without compromising your values. Expert advice on staying authentic and grounded in challenging workplaces.

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How do I break into a cliquey team?

Feeling left out by cliquey colleagues? Learn why being authentic beats trying to fit in, and how to build genuine workplace connections without losing yourself.

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Should I get in touch with my workplace's Employee Assistance Program?

Wondering if it's okay to contact your Employee Assistance Program? Get expert advice on EAP privacy, finding the right counsellor, and when to reach out.

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I love what I do at work, but I'm struggling making friendships and feel like I just don't fit in. What should I do?

Struggling to fit in at work despite loving your job? Expert advice on building workplace friendships, finding connection and knowing when to seek support.

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How do I deal with a micro-manager?

Learn practical strategies for dealing with micromanagement at work. Expert advice on building trust, setting boundaries, and protecting your wellbeing.

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How do I keep an exhausted team motivated?

Practical advice for leaders on motivating exhausted creative teams after tough times. Real strategies from industry experts, not corporate fluff.

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How to get help from an unsupportive Boss?

Practical strategies for getting workplace support when your boss seems too busy or unwilling to help, from mental health experts and creative industry leaders.

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How do I deal with an internship that's been setup as a competition where the other intern is clearly the favourite?

Dealing with internship favouritism and workplace politics? Expert advice on navigating toxic internship culture and protecting your wellbeing in creative industries.

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How do you deal with an overly ambitious colleague?

Learn how to deal with overly ambitious employees who steal credit and undermine team morale with expert advice on workplace dynamics.

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Should agencies be responsible for the wellbeing of the people they fire that then face long term unemployment?

Should agencies support fired employees facing unemployment? Mental health experts discuss employer responsibility, legal obligations, and moving forward.

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How do I deal with people giving creative direction to my team without going through me?

Learn how to handle account teams giving creative direction to your designers without undermining your leadership authority in this expert advice.

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I was promoted above a colleague and now they won’t talk to me. What should I do?

Promoted above a colleague who now won't talk to you? Industry leaders share practical advice for navigating friendship changes in the workplace.

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How can agencies make their mental wellbeing initiatives more effective?

When workplace wellbeing initiatives add stress instead of reducing it, here's how to find balance and address the real issues behind workplace overwhelm.

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How do I deal with a negative manager?

Dealing with a negative manager bringing personal problems to work? Expert advice on approaching difficult conversations and protecting team morale.

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