Effective leadership: The power of detachment for well-being and success - As leaders, we often find ourselves caught in the never-ending work cycle — constantly checking emails, strategising, and thinking about the next steps. But is this 'always-on' approach beneficial? Recent research from Harvard Business Review suggests otherwise. Let's dive...

Embracing change: CQC’s single assessment framework future 2024 - The Mandatory Training Group UK - As 2023 draws to a close, health and social care providers across England reflect on a year marked by anticipation and adaptation. The introduction of the Care Quality Commission's (CQC) new SAF has been at...

Enhancing health & social care via strategic onboarding guide - The Mandatory Training Group UK - In the complex and demanding UK health and social care arena, the significance of a strategic onboarding process cannot be overstated. Effective onboarding addresses anxiety, uncertainty, and information overload that new hires often experience....

A critical juncture in England's adult social care sector - The Mandatory Training Group UK - With over twenty years of experience in the health and social care sector, I have witnessed numerous reforms, shifting priorities, and evolving demands. Yet none have been as urgent or as consequential as the...

NHS integrated systems face financial and deficit pressures - The Mandatory Training Group UK - NHS integrated systems are struggling with rising financial challenges and growing deficits, threatening service delivery and long-term sustainability across regions NHS Integrated Care Systems (ICS) across England are currently grappling with significant financial challenges, with...