Posts Tagged ‘ABP’

ABP Surrey Networking Event – September 2012

September 27th, 2012

Are you psychologically fit?

As our summer brings itself to a blissful close and we approach the next period of, the ABP Surrey networking event, let’s cast our thoughts back to the humans and super humans of the Olympics and Paralympics who furnished us with accomplishments and exploits. While we sit and are amazed at their achievements, this alone does not get them over the finish line or solely impact on how they perform. A critical component is how their mental agility or psychological makeup impacts on their success. » Read more: ABP Surrey Networking Event – September 2012

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How accurate were the ABP Psychologists and Consultants in predicting the Zircon Talent Management Results?

May 24th, 2012

Dr Amanda Potter and Sarah Linton, presented the results of the Talent Management research at the 12th Annual ABP Conference last Friday.  It was a lively and interactive debate throughout with open challenge and discussion. At the beginning of the session, Amanda and Sarah asked the 55 delegates, who consisted of mainly Business Psychologists and HR Consultants, the following “What percentage of the 150 HR, Talent and Business Leaders who participated in the Zircon research said ‘yes’ to the following questions?”

  1. We have a Talent Management strategy
  2. We have a clear definition of Talent
  3. I understand our Talent Management strategy
  4. We openly communicate our Talent Management strategy
  5. We measure the ROI (return on investment) of our talent management practices.

» Read more: How accurate were the ABP Psychologists and Consultants in predicting the Zircon Talent Management Results?

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Zircon Presenting at the ABP Conference 2012

May 4th, 2012

Zircon have recently conducted a piece research on Talent Management in which the findings will be presented by Dr. Amanda Potter at the Association of Business Psychologists Annual Conference, Bedfordshire, 11 May 2012. http://theabp.org.uk/conference/abp_conference_2012/> » Read more: Zircon Presenting at the ABP Conference 2012

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Zircon are presenting at the ABP Conference 2012 – ‘Shaping our future’

March 28th, 2012

Zircon are conducting a piece of Talent Management research, exploring the difference in perceptions of the definition, application and success of Talent Management between its Originators (HR and Talent Directors) and Implementers (Line Managers and Directors). The research explores the difference in definition, application and success of Talent Management Strategies within 85 Private, Public and Not for Profit Organisations. We are presenting the results at the 12th Annual Association of Business Psychology (ABP) Conference on 10th-12th May, 2012 and hope that you will join us. » Read more: Zircon are presenting at the ABP Conference 2012 – ‘Shaping our future’

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Should we strive for happiness within the workplace?

May 17th, 2011

Should we strive for happiness within the workplace?

Should we strive to be happy at work or alternatively should we make do with what we have and find happiness in other areas of our life? When Sarah Linton was listening to Jessica Pryce-Jones from iOpener Ltd at the ABP Conference, she found that it was a compelling argument that we should have an eye on how “happy” individuals are at work in order to develop an effective workforce. Their research directly links self reported happiness with higher rates of attendance, time on task, feeling energised and productivity. And these statistics are seemingly significant, in some cases seeing a 100% improvement from those who are reporting feeling less happy. » Read more: Should we strive for happiness within the workplace?

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The ABP Conference 5th – 7th May 2011 – Key Notes Announced!

March 2nd, 2011

Have you booked your placed at this year’s 3-day Association of Business Psychology conference? Wondering why you should attend? Because if you don’t, you will miss out on a fantastic range of talks and workshops looking at the latest innovations in Business Psychology and how these can be applied back in your organisation. » Read more: The ABP Conference 5th – 7th May 2011 – Key Notes Announced!

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Consultancy Vs Leader led Leadership Development Programmes

June 2nd, 2010

When Zircon attended the ABP Conference last month, we saw Louise Kordel and Deborah Tom present a double act demonstrate two very different and effective leadership development programmes they have delivered in retaining top talent at Barclays Capital. Both programmes that were illustrated; consultancy led and leader led were incredibly compelling in the methods they used. » Read more: Consultancy Vs Leader led Leadership Development Programmes

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10th Annual ABP Conference 2010

May 5th, 2010

It is the the 10th Annual Association of Business Psychologists Conference 6th to the 8th May in Bedfordshire. We have some amazing speakers, events, networking, entertainment, and exhibitors.

Three of the four Zircon Directors, Amanda, Julie and Sarah are attending, and we are joined by over ten of our Business Managers and Associates. » Read more: 10th Annual ABP Conference 2010

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