Business Development Manager Review

Managing a team of 17 managers/303 total team members to deliver company KPI's Motivate team, ensure team wellbeing and engagement is maintained Develop skills and behaviours in direct team to aid promotion/professional development Ensure businesses meet legal safety and standards requirements Drive sales and profitability across the area Lead projects in a variety of areas such as service, redevelopments, career pathway progression and profit conversion Liaise with both internal and external stakeholders to maintain working relationships

I learnt so much! Project Management - the importance of milestone meetings and Gantt/PERT charts to keep on track Emotional intelligence, coaching and mentoring techniques Concept of Flow and Psychological Contract - my favourite learnings! Financial forecasting models and when to use them Stakeholder management Motivating, engaging and driving my team to deliver common goals Types of culture - pro's and cons of each to know what to look out for, where my industry sits

The programme tied in extremely well to my role; I would learn new skills at an assessment day and be able to put them into practice straight away. The skills sessions were also a great place to discuss any barriers I was facing with other attendees/the tutor; enabling me to gain different viewpoints and new methods of problem solving. Although challenging, the course provided interesting and relevant learnings that has aided my performance as a leader.

Very structured, clear infographics of the course journey and stages provided from the beginning. There is enough flexibility between modules to plan time for writing essays and independent research when it suits you.

I haven't asked for much assistance as it was easy to supply evidence for my portfolio due to my day to day role Any assistance or support I have requested has been given quickly and was very helpful Very supportive interest in how I am progressing/what I have learned

Amazing level of support, my tutor Louise was phenomenal. Always available, really friendly and explained difficult modules in an easy to understand format. I learnt a lot through independent research, but an equal amount from my tutor! Cannot rate her highly enough. Lifetime as a whole have been brilliant with great communication; letting those involved know about my progress/next steps we need them to complete at EPA etc.

The qualification will help me in every aspect of my role; leading people, financial management even through to effective time management. I have grown in confidence from completing the programme also as I now feel I have more tools in my toolbox to overcome any issues. Independent research has also made me more aware of the industry as a whole and I have a much wider reading list now!

GK raise money for MacMillan and organise many extra-curricular events to fundraise throughout the year; Tough Mudder, charity walks, sponsored events etc. A fortnightly social quiz and 'Morning Brew' catch up sessions are in place as well.

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The way they have looked after their team members through the pandemic is simply amazing. Financial support has been put in place and they even took the decision to pay those not actually eligible for furlough during the first lockdown 80% of their forecasted hours. As an employer, GK have created an amazing culture where a family feeling is at the heart of everything they do, with new values to support this. Career progression is readily available and clearly mapped out, with lots of additional personal and professional development available.

Take the time to experience roles and tasks at all levels, always look after your team, have the drive to succeed in a dynamic environment and if you are ever unsure, just ask!