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Articles by Jeff Dewing
‘Culture rot isn’t just an HR issue - it indicates failure of leadership’
More than half of UK professionals say their workplace is suffering from ‘culture rot’. This decay, which is described as a progressive erosion of values and culture, is causing widespread employee disengagement. While this might be taken as a sign that HR policy is not working, it’s more likely that leadership is the problem. Leaders are not fostering personal wellbeing or nurturing their staff, creating toxic environments where people don’t work collaboratively.
Flexibility Wins: Office Mandates Reveal Fearful Leadership
by Jeff Dewing, CEO of Cloud, Top 50 Workplace Leader and International Energiser Today’s leaders need to wake up and smell the coffee – the future of work requires autonomy, not autocracy. The days of command and control are dead, or at least they should be. We’ve seen household brands like Boots, JD Sports and Manchester United getting it completely wrong, and returning to office mandates.
Investing in Success: Professional Development Opportunities for Your Team
Discover how investing in professional development can transform your team's productivity and job satisfaction. Why Professional Development Matters in Today’s Business Environment Professional development plays a crucial role in today's ever-changing business environment. It is no longer enough for employees to simply possess the necessary skills to perform their current roles.
The Facilities Management Industry is Flying Blind: We Need Real-Time Visibility
By Jeff Dewing, Founder & CEO of Cloud Facilities Management (FM) has hardly changed over the past 50 years. We’ve seen new models such as regionalised, country-wide, European, and global FM but the industry has struggled to achieve adequate results. In hard services, the industry relies on a 52-week maintenance planner which is largely guesswork and results in breakdowns and problems for clients. A critical issue is the lack of visibility into building and asset performance.
Embracing “Eyes On, Hands Off” Leadership for Inclusive Teams Engage Employee
Paul-Anderson Walsh, CEO of ENOLLA Consulting, a specialised consultancy with focus on human inclusion, explains why it’s important to have an “eyes on, hands off” approach to employee engagement. For an inclusive leader, the principle "Eyes on, Hands Off" is essential, we should adopt an attentive but non-intrusive leadership. New employees' decision on whether to stay with an organisation, hinges on their ability to grow both professionally and personally.
Why we need to embrace imposter syndrome
I’m regularly asked how to overcome imposter syndrome. And my answer is, that you don’t ‘overcome’ it at all. Imposter syndrome is a superpower – a sign you’re outside of your comfort zone. And we all know that’s where the magic happens! We must all learn to embrace our inner imposter as it challenges us to better ourselves until we no longer feel uncomfortable. If you don’t experience imposter syndrome, you are standing still.
Can autonomy fix the motivation crisis? - HR Magazine
This lack of engagement not only affects how individuals feel about their work but also disrupts overall productivity and organisational success, creating a domino effect. However, one solution that enables all parties to succeed is autonomy. An autonomous team has the freedom to make its own decisions and manage its responsibilities and tasks with little to no control from managers.
The Power of Building Autonomous Teams
By Jeff Dewing, CEO of Cloud Leaders and their organisations confront a critical dilemma: only 11% of the UK workforce feel engaged at work. This lack of motivation not only impacts the morale of individuals but also disrupts overall productivity and the organisation’s growth. The key to energising people has nothing to do with money; however, one effective remedy that promotes success for all parties involved is autonomy. First, we have to create the conditions for success, a safe environment.
Jeff Dewing: Motivation unmasked - cracking the code of employee drive
What immediately springs to mind when considering the key drivers of motivation in the workplace? If you believe it’s about a higher salary, think again. Businesses should be paying the correct salary based on performance and skills, but studies show that financial incentives don’t always increase performance and are more of a short-lived motivation boost. Instead, businesses should focus on long-term solutions to constantly amplify team morale and empower people to do their best work.
Imposter syndrome: why it’s a superpower and how to harness it
I’m regularly asked how to overcome imposter syndrome. And my answer is that you don’t overcome it at all. Imposter syndrome is a superpower – a sign you’re outside of your comfort zone. And we all know that’s where the magic happens. We must all learn to embrace our inner imposter as it challenges us to better ourselves until we no longer feel uncomfortable. If you don’t experience imposter syndrome, you are standing still.
The cognitive workplace: AI's role in boosting productivity and creativity
Jeff Dewing, CEO of Cloud, explores AI’s impact and the need for ongoing upskilling In a world rapidly shaped by technological advancements, the integration of Artificial Intelligence (AI) has been a focal point of discussions surrounding the future of work. While there are apprehensions about job displacement, we can’t ignore that AI is transforming the nature of tasks and fostering a monumental shift from the mechanical to the cognitive domain.
Beyond The Flexible Working Bill: Harnessing Radical Flexibility In The Future Of Work
Opinions A global shift and changed attitude towards flexible working has meant that many workers are able to better balance their lives while demonstrating a proven increase in productivity. Despite this, businesses have begun to push back. Take major companies like Google and Lloyds Bank, who have taken tougher stances and are clamping down on a return to the office.
Just 44% of Brits Brush their Teeth Once a Day - COVID-19 Lockdown Habits
According to research by dental health startup Floe Oral Care, based on survey findings of 2,000 UK adults conducted in August 2020 by LM Research & Marketing Consultancy, the majority of Brits weren’t keeping their teeth in good order during covid lockdown. Only one in eight (12%) were brushing their teeth twice daily, the recommended routine by dental clinicians. Almost half (44%) were doing it just once a day, and 18% admitted to not brushing their teeth on a daily basis.
The Philippines' Rich History with Rum - A Dive into Sugar & Spirits
Rum holds a significant place in history for millions of people around the world. In the Philippines, for example, rum shapes the nation's rich culture and traditions. In this article, we take a deep dive into the historical significance, the art of rum making, iconic brands, cultural impact, and the future of rum in the Philippines. Let’s begin the journey as we uncover the fascinating world of Philippine rum.
Transforming Work Culture: The Power of Letting Go in Business Leadership
By Jeff Dewing, CEO of Cloudfm As a business leader, you may have experienced the constant struggle to balance responsibilities, inundated with an overflowing inbox and back-to-back meetings. However, the number of emails in your inbox is not a measure of your self-importance but rather a reflection and symptom of your ineffectiveness. The truth is, without time to focus on meaningful work, the growth of your business and the ability to make sound decisions are hindered.
Embracing New Workplace Norms: Out with the Old, in with the New
After COVID restrictions ended, many people continued to work from home and embraced the work-from-home model and lifestyle. Remote working has proven itself a success over the last 2 years, with an average of 67% of employees reporting an increase in productivity. Consequently, as working from home is not adversely impacting businesses, imposing an ‘in-office’ policy just for the sake of it makes little sense. Business leaders worldwide need to accept that past workplace norms have changed.
Five reasons why staff leave and salary isn't one of them
Advice from the founder of Cloudfm and number 1 best-selling author Jeff Dewing looking at why employees quit and how to improve retention. Advice from the founder of Cloudfm and number 1 best-selling author Jeff Dewing looking at why employees quit and how to improve retention. The UK Labour Force Survey shows resignations and job-to-job moves in the UK are at the highest level in 20 years. With there being job shortages across various industries the ball truly is in the employee’s court.
Jeff Dewing - Elite Business
Jeff Dewing Jeff Dewing is the CEO of Cloudfm and author of Doing the Opposite - a number 1 bestselling book following his journey from owning a successful business to losing it all ending up only having £7.60 in his bank account. Despite this Jeff, who started his career as a fridge and air-conditioning engineer, managed to turn his life around and build a new business from £1m to £70m turnover within four years.
Why ‘Doing the Opposite’ could make you a millionaire
Doing the opposite has been a theme throughout my life. It was actually my dad who taught me the importance of the concept – every time he was faced with a problem, he wouldn’t opt for the obvious solution but find his own answer. For example, when I was a young lad and was caught stealing from my parents so I could go to the pub with my mates, dad didn’t punish me – far from it.
5 Surprising Things You Didn't Know You Could Do with Java
There are a wide variety of programming languages available for programmers everywhere. Many people have their preferences, but Java remains one of the most popular and versatile programming languages for unlimited projects. Java, created in 1996, still has plenty of real-world applications today. Some of the tools you use on a daily basis could be based on Java software — even some of the things you might not expect.
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