BAT
Building tools and frameworks to help organisations understand and improve their employee experience through data-driven insights.
About Ken
I'm Ken Corey — a senior technology leader based in the UK with decades of experience building software and leading teams.
I'm co-authoring Bad Bosses Ruin Lives with Step It Up HR. Our research found that 99.5% of survey respondents said they've had one or more types of bad bosses. There's a mismatch here, and our book helps explain why — and what you can do about it as a manager.
I'm always open to new roles and conversations. My CV is here, or reach me on LinkedIn.
Projects & Passions
Step It Up HR
Co-authoring 'Bad Bosses Ruin Lives' and working with Step It Up HR to transform how organisations think about leadership and management.
Speaking
Sharing stories and insights on leadership, technology, and the intersection of the two. Available for conferences, podcasts, and panels.
Being a Grandad
The best role I've ever had. All the fun parts of parenting with the wisdom to enjoy every moment. Turns out, it really is the best.
Recent Writing
Personal Blog
Bold Is Not Loud
Most of us picture bold as loud. Advita Patel defines it as saying what you need to say without fear of retaliation. The research backs her up.
Flippin' Bits
You Don't Need More Feedback Training. You Need Reps.
Feedback workshops fade fast. Two-thirds is gone within a year. Managers don't need another course. They need reps, a witness and a debrief.
Personal Blog
The Science of Hope Started With a Study of Excuses
Hope research began as a study of excuses. Why your best excuses are true, and the extra sentence to turn each one into a way forward.
Flippin' Bits
Your Four-Out-of-Ten Meeting Is Stealing From the Next One
Your hardest meeting drains you, then you walk straight into a one-to-one. Brain data says breaks reset stress. Design recovery into your calendar.
Personal Blog
What Would You Regret at 100?
People choose electric shocks over sitting alone with their thoughts. Advita Patel's question for anyone who cannot put the phone down.
Flippin' Bits
Your Silence Is Feedback. Make Sure It Says What You Mean.
You think saying nothing is neutral. Your team reads it as a verdict. Here's what your silence teaches, and how to make it say what you mean.