Trustee roles give you an opportunity to give something back – and to learn
John Gourd, CEO, Cambridge NetworkBecoming a trustee is a two-way street: you get to share your experience and expertise while developing yourself, your own network and your career.
COVID-19, a powerful force for organisational change
By Katherine Wiid of Career Ambitions Who could have predicted the course of events that we’ve seen over the past 12 months? Some might say Bill Gates, or even The Simpsons! A global pandemic was certainly not factored into my plans. Was it factored into yours? Or has the pandemic prompted an unexpected level of change for your organisation?
Business stories: why they’re important and how to write
By Chris DunnIf you’re in business, you’re also in the business of writing.
Do I have to blog?
By Lesley Fettes of Network DesignYou don’t have to blog but you may find that it is a valuable tool to get your audience engaged in your brand, keep your company at the forefront of their minds and provide something useful to them.
When it’s raining cats and dogs
By Carlos Eriksson, Accessibility Lead Developer at Studio 24In which we learn that autism isn’t what we think it is and how to design with people on the autistic spectrum.
Lockdown learnings
John Gourd, CEO, Cambridge NetworkReflections on a tumultuous year
Digital health: route to market
By eg technology's Head of Software, Stephen StarkieIn this, the second of a two-part series, Stephen addresses some of the things you should think about for Digital Health products on your route to market...
Mbed OS: The article we wish we had read
By eg technology's Head of Software, Stephen StarkieHere we talk in depth about the company's journey to using Arm Mbed OS and the Pelion client in medical devices. There is a lot of technical detail here, which will help people at the sharp end and will give you a flavour of what to expect, but if you are interested in our overall opinion, feel free to skip to the conclusion!
2021: Time to harness our strengths
By Cambridge NetworkAt a time when there continues to be so many drains on our energy, deliberately drawing on our strengths can be a powerful way to re-energise us, re-build confidence and boost our resilience. This is true both personally and professionally.
What is Digital Health?
By eg technology's Group Lead of Software, Stephen StarkieStephen delves in to some of the confusion around Digital Health to describe what it is and how to approach it...
Location: the office or anywhere? Where will you be in 2021?
By Kelly Drewery, Business Psychologist at Talent Glue and Katherine Wiid, Recruitment and Retention Coach at RecrionWhat on earth happened to us in 2020 and where does it leave us now?
Back on track
By Nicholas Hill, CEO at Plextek Ltd My favourite time for thinking and writing is a long train journey. This is partly due to the absence of interruption, both electronic and human, but just as much due to the rather hypnotic experience of just gazing out of the window, watching the scenery unfold.
'I’m feeling anxious and unsafe'
By Claire Vane of Integrated ResourcesMost people are telling me that they are suffering from nightmares. They’re feeling anxious and these feelings of anxiety are interspersed with frustration at not being able to plan, combined with a sort of bored monotony of every week being the same, even though the law surrounding our isolation is changing constantly.
Ten tools and techniques for Project Management
By Cambridge NetworkMoving into project management can involve a number of different skills. Here are ten top tips to make you more productive and efficient.
Why no news is bad news
By Cambridge NetworkThe common saying 'No news is good news' means what you don't know won't hurt you. But for companies, no news is bad news ...
An unexpected outcome
By software training expert Karen RoemTeaming up with Cambridge Network to deliver a short webinar during the pandemic has had some unexpected benefits...
Five key principles of effective interviewing
By Cambridge NetworkIf you're new to the process of interviewing and selection, or you are already involved and want to refresh your skills, it's worth bearing in mind these five key principles. They will help you master the art of effective interviewing and enable to you identify the best possible candidate for your organisation.
Deal velocity: the metric that matters to the whole business
By ThoughtRiverDiscover the formula for measuring deal velocity, learn how it can be improved, and how to ensure sales, procurement and legal are always aligned.
Cambridge Network adapts in the face of unprecedented challenge
John Gourd, CEO, Cambridge NetworkIt’s no surprise that Cambridge Network and its members have risen to the challenges the pandemic has placed upon us.
Networking for success in 2021
By Sam Eaton of MindAbilityThe pandemic has forced us all to adapt to digital commmunication, opening up new mechanisms for connecting with other people. But how can you optimise this kind of networking for your business?
Ten top tips for moving up to management
By Cambridge NetworkAre you new to a management role, or aspiring to move up to one so you can take on greater responsibilities? If so, you will benefit from these top tips.
Walking - not working!
John Gourd, CEO, Cambridge NetworkHow the Cambridge Network team was forced to take a break from work...
Crayfish is 4!
By Ting Zhang, Founder & CEO of Crayfish.ioReflections on four years of business development in challenging times...
How Lilac James helped improve SEO for Cambridge Network
By Jamie Stenton, Business Development Manager at Lilac James Co.A three-month project results in a 220% increase in search engine visibility.
A Dutch roundabout in Cambridge: masterpiece or Dutch daub?
By Paul Jansen of runandjump ltdA blog about adopting solutions from elsewhere...