Yorkshire-based Lead Talent Management Consultancy has announced it is now an officially CMI Recognised Centre, approved to deliver CMI Management and Leadership qualifications, marking a major milestone in the consultancy’s continued growth and impact across the SME sector.

As 2026 approaches, business leaders face a critical choice: drift or decide. This article outlines where to focus your energy this year: strategy, talent and brand, to build clarity, confidence and sustainable growth in uncertain times.

The noise vs. silence battle can be commonplace in a team environment. It can be one of the most challenging dynamics for leaders to manage within a group of diverse people.

Lead Talent Brand Team delivered a truly transformational communications campaign for Emmerson Kitney. By strategically targeting the right audience, delivering value-driven content, and driving engagement at scale, the business has seen a significant boost in market presence and client activity.

We get it. Coaching sounds great on paper—unlocking potential, boosting confidence, driving productivity—but in reality, it’s often pushed aside in the face of daily business pressures.

In an environment defined by change, shifting structures, new expectations and evolving senior stakeholders, Carmen wasn’t only navigating organisational transformation. She was also instigating personal change: stepping into a bigger leadership identity, leading with greater visibility, and operating at a higher level of influence.

Increased employee rights from day one, rising taxation, and mounting wages (not to mention the rise of AI) mean that every hiring decision carries more financial weight than ever before for SMEs.

It’s easy to focus on individual performance. We celebrate top performers, invest in leadership development, and push people to be their best. But here’s the real question: Is your team working at its best—together?

For many SMEs, the day-to-day grind of servicing existing clients can easily overshadow the crucial task of driving new business. But balancing both is key to sustainable growth. Here are proven strategies to not only keep your current clients engaged and satisfied but also ensure your lead pipeline stays healthy and ready for the future…

A clear leadership strategy, structure and plan to continue to drive sustainable international growth for this major Yorkshire manufacturing business.

When Kate Hackett stepped into a senior leadership role, she found herself increasingly disconnected from the work that gave her purpose. Through a values-led coaching journey with Lead Talent, Kate redefined what success meant for her, rebuilt confidence, and realigned her role with her strengths. The result? A brilliant leader retained, repositioned, and re-energised in the right seat.