About Us
Powering People.
Elevating Your Business.
Transforming Community!
At Productivity Now, we’re driven by one mission: to unlock potential — in people, in communities, and in the workplace.
Whether you're an Employer ready to do things differently or a Community NFP, we bring practical solutions that drive real progress. ​
MEET AIDAN
With 30+ years’ experience and over 500 transformation projects delivered, Aidan brings practical insight, not just theory.
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Community has always been at his heart — shaped by his own experience of the barriers many face. Whether supporting employers or building better routes into work, his focus is clear: real solutions that go beyond advocacy and deliver lasting impact.
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See below for a snapshot of his journey so far.
Aidan Mullan
Principal & Founder
Skill
25+ years in Psychology, Leadership, and HR. 500+ projects.
Cross-industry experience, led teams of 55. Strongly connected to Community.
Experience
Senior roles at GE, Broadcom, Anglo, Citi, QA, DWP.
From SME startups to global companies, delivering impactful L&D, HR, Change, Business Growth and Employability.
Principles
Results-driven, client-focused, practical learning with a modern approach that delivers impact and fixes your problems right first time.
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Focus on the customer, efficiency, transformation and progressive inclusive workplaces.​​
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500
Solutions
Uplift (ave) of measurable efficiency and performance gains
30
Years
Expertise spanning globally respected companies to sector-wide SMEs, in both permanent and consulting roles.
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Qualifications
From DiSC to MBTI & Six Sigma—driving business efficiency, team collaboration, and leadership excellence
Based in Carlisle, we offer in-person services across Cumbria, the North West, North East, Leeds, the Borders, Glasgow, Edinburgh & Belfast.
​Additionally, we provide virtual services throughout the UK and Europe.
​​​​Who We Help?
We assist a diverse range of clients, from Community led NFPs to startups, SMEs, scaling businesses, and established enterprises, by providing impactful, tailored solutions to meet your unique challenges. See Testimonials
From big to small, operational to transformation, see below to explore how we can support your business needs:​
OUR APPROACH
With 35+ years’ hands-on experience, we create practical, modern learning designed to get the most out of every session — for teams, leaders, and communities.
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See below how we make learning work — wherever, whenever, and for everyone.
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Built for You
Tailored, practical, and proven to deliver results
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Learn Your Way
Short interactive sessions, you can apply instantly
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Real Skills That Stick
Gain the confidence to use daily. Knowledge in practice.
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Support That Lasts
Modern Resources, online aids & just in time self help
Designed to Make a Real, Lasting Difference
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For Everyone
SUCCESS STORIES
From local businesses to long-serving employees, our work is grounded in practical, people-led results. Below, explore how we’ve helped both Employers and the Community overcome barriers, unlock potential, and build better outcomes.
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2025 UK Economic fears and implications for ProductivityUK Economy Set to Deteriorate in 2025 - Economics Help
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Starbucks needs more efficiency in 2025Starbucks to lay off 1,100 corporate workers
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Fears UK workers will burn out in 2025Majority of UK workers concerned over burnout in 2025
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Only 1 in 20 UK Employers hiring in 2025, 83% see rising costs as biggest concernUK Employer Confidence Index 2025 Survey | Peninsula UK
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2024 Findings: Just 37% of SMEs have programmes or initiatives to enhance productivityLack of budget and technical skills holding UK businesses back | SME Magazine
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Bad leaders top 10 traitsExamples of Bad Leadership : Descending into the Dark Side
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UK employers eye ‘competitive advantage’ in hiring neurodivergent workersUK employers eye ‘competitive advantage’ in hiring neurodivergent workers
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ACAS says UK Workplace conflict costs £28.5BnEstimating the costs of workplace conflict | Acas
CLIENTS
CORPORATES
General Electric
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Citigroup
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Broadcom
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EBRD
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Santander
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Tesco
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Fujitsu
SMEs
Abcam
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QA
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Westlakes Engineering
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Mondi Packaging
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Eden River Brew Co
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Augentius LLP
PUBLIC SECTOR
Lancaster University
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Aberdeen Council
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DWP
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Ministry of Defence
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British Council
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NHS
OUR POLICIES
At Productivity Now, we are committed to transparency and building trust with our clients. Below, you’ll find key documents outlining how we operate, protect your data, and contribute to our community.
Drive Real Success in 2025 — Powered by People & Community
From building stronger teams to unlocking hidden local talent, we help you turn today’s challenges into lasting performance.