Generating new leads and new business can be both time-consuming and frustrating. It's not easy - it takes skill, careful preparation and the creation of effective models and methods, even perhaps using formal approaches and scripts. Once generated, a new lead or enquiry must also be carefully managed to maximise the potential revenue it can generate. But it's crucial to get it right. If your company can afford not to worry about getting new business - congratulations! If your company is completely confident that it is performing at peak potential in generating new leads - again, congratulations! But if your company is working in the real world, couldn't your team do with some help, to become even just that little bit more effective, to make the process just that little less painful? This highly practical, intensive workshop gives sales teams the proven strategies and tactics they need to build a sustainable new business pipeline. This course will help participants: Develop a clear and consistent process for new business development and lead-generation Master the secret of effective new business development and lead-generation - 'only sell the appointment or next stage of the sales process, not your product or service' Set and achieve the right level of new business development and lead-generation activity to achieve your personal and organisational sales goals Apply the key principles of effective prospecting and pipeline management using a proven toolkit and approach Overcome the most common 'put-offs' when conducting telephone or face-to-face business-development and lead-generation activities Develop an engaging telephone voice and manner - and a 'networking personality' Qualify potential opportunities with more accuracy on a consistent basis Prioritise opportunities and manage their time when sourcing new business Discover online sources of leads, contacts and referrals Overcome psychological blocks to cold or warm calling - theirs and the client's Identify potential prospects - and decision-makers and influencers within target prospects - with greater accuracy Make outbound sales or appointment calls with improved confidence, control and results Improve the conversion of calls to appointments by using more effective questions and sales messages Get past gatekeepers and assistants more effectively Make the most of your CRM software and systems 1 Online marketing - what works! Workshop overview and learning objectives Choosing your social media channels LinkedIn for sales and marketing Designing and implementing an effective new business email campaign online Creating a lead-generation strategy online - with case studies Avoiding common mistakes in social media marketing Case study: 'Best practice in social media sales and marketing' Using blogs and video-based marketing (eg, YouTube) New trends and how to keep your finger on the 'social media' pulse Twenty essential websites and online marketing tools 2 Making appointments by telephone Planning the call, telephone techniques, integrating with email and online marketing Developing a clear and consistent process to appointment-making Setting and achieving the right level of telephone activity to achieve your appointment goals Applying the key principles of effective prospecting and pipeline management generation, using a proven toolkit and approach Overcoming the most common 'put-offs' to seeing or engaging with you Overcoming psychological blocks to cold or warm calling - yours and the client's Identifying potential prospects - and decision-makers and influencers within target prospects - with greater accuracy Making outbound sales or appointment calls with improved confidence, control and results Improving conversion of calls to appointments by using more effective questions and sales messages The five keys to developing an engaging telephone voice and approaching manner 3 Power networking Strategies for networking and B2B referral-based marketing The importance, and different types, of networking How to work a room - preparation and strategy Communication dynamics in networking - the power of the listening networker Assumptions when networking Business networking etiquette Making connections, asking for cards, contact details and referrals, gaining follow-up commitments Building relationships - follow-up and follow-through 4 Developing new leads Strategies for first-time sales calls Gaining rapport and opening first-time and new business sales calls effectively Advanced consultative selling - questioning techniques to quickly and efficiently uncover opportunities, need areas and preferences Presenting your solution to a new or first-time customer - creating an enthusiastic and compelling personalised and persuasive summary of your proposal Value message - differentiate your solutions clearly and accurately, with tailored value statements Presenting the right initial USPs, features and benefits and making them relevant and real to the customer Smart ways to position price, emphasise value and be a strong player without being the cheapest or leading on price Learn and use advanced techniques to determine customer needs, value and decision-making criteria in depth on a first-time call 5 Organised persistence - CRM and prospect-tracking Organised persistence - sales tracking, following up on 'sleeping' customers, gaining referrals, time and territory management Maintaining a good database for maximising new business ROI Developing a contact strategy with different types and levels of contact Analysing your contact base using state-of-the-art software and tools Making the most of your CRM systems and solutions Understanding that your attitude makes a difference when sourcing new business Setting SMART objectives for new business development and lead-generation Practical exercise - setting personal development and business goals Time management tips to improve daily productivity New business pipeline management strategies for peak sales performance 6 Workshop summary and close Practical exercise - developing your new business action plan Review and feedback
Course Duration: Half-day or full-day (can also be delivered as a 3-part virtual workshop series) Target Audience: Professionals in non-technical roles (e.g. executive assistants, HR, marketing, project managers, operations staff, trainers, and admin support) who want to use generative AI to enhance their work—without needing coding skills. Course Objectives By the end of this course, participants will be able to: Understand what generative AI is and how it works in plain language. Identify use cases relevant to their role or industry. Use popular generative AI tools (like ChatGPT, Gemini, and Copilot) confidently. Write effective prompts to get better, more relevant results. Apply AI ethically and responsibly in the workplace. Course Outline Module 1: Demystifying Generative AI What is generative AI? (Plain language explanation) How AI models like ChatGPT, Copilot, and Gemini work Examples of what generative AI can (and can’t) do Myths, risks, and benefits of AI in non-tech roles Module 2: Everyday Use Cases for Professionals Time-saving applications: Drafting emails, reports, meeting summaries Creating checklists, plans, or SOPs Enhancing creativity: Brainstorming ideas for events, campaigns, or training Writing social media posts, newsletters, or job ads Organising information: Summarising documents Structuring spreadsheets or creating templates Supporting communication: Improving tone and clarity Translating or simplifying content Module 3: Prompting Essentials What is a “prompt” and why does it matter? How to write clear, specific, and effective prompts Prompting frameworks (e.g., “Role–Task–Goal” method) Live practice: transforming a vague prompt into a powerful one Troubleshooting: when AI gives poor answers and how to improve them Module 4: Hands-On Exploration Try-it-yourself exercises using ChatGPT or Gemini (guided) Real workplace examples and team challenges Create an AI-generated email, checklist, or idea list Optional: use industry-specific examples (e.g., HR, admin, events, comms) Module 5: Responsible AI Use at Work Understanding AI limitations and biases Protecting privacy and sensitive data When not to use AI Workplace policies and guidelines (customisable for your organisation) Ethical use: attribution, transparency, and human review Module 6: Getting Started in Your Role Tools overview: free vs paid options (ChatGPT, Microsoft Copilot, Gemini) Building your own AI toolkit Tips for staying up to date as tools evolve 30-day challenge: how to build AI into your daily workflow Delivery Style Highly interactive, practical, and low-jargon No coding or tech background required Hands-on demos, guided practice, and scenario-based activities Group discussion and peer learning Course Materials Provided Quick-start guide: Top 10 prompts for non-tech roles AI Prompt Library for your job type Do’s and Don’ts for ethical use of AI at work “AI in Action” workbook with examples and checklists Personal AI Action Plan Optional Add-ons Team-based AI hackathon (mini workplace challenge) Tailored follow-up webinar for Q&A and deeper use cases Co-branded playbook for organisational AI use Integration with digital transformation or innovation initiatives
Duration 2 Days 12 CPD hours This course is intended for Built for those supporting a Citrix Virtual Apps and Desktops solution in a help desk or service desk capacity. An ideal candidate for this course interacts with end users to troubleshoot and resolve issues. Overview How to support end-users connecting to Citrix Virtual Apps and Desktops through Citrix Workspace App. How to use Citrix Director to gather information and interact with user sessions. A methodology to approach user related issues to minimize time to resolution. An understanding of the Citrix Virtual Apps and Desktops solution and the role of the components Learn to support end-users accessing virtual apps and desktops as part of a Citrix solution. In this course, you will learn to use Citrix Director to interact with user sessions and to capture information for solving issues or escalating to the administration team. Gain foundational knowledge about the Citrix Virtual Apps and Desktops technology and an understanding of how components interact. You will learn about each component focusing on common user related issues that may arise, and how to apply a methodical approach to solve them using real world scenarios. By the end of the course, you will be able to solve or escalate end-user issues appropriately Fundamental Architecture for the Help Desk Role Citrix Site Infrastructure and Deployment Models The Help Desk Role in the Fundamental Architecture Problem Resolution Methodology Citrix Director and its role in Help Desk Support Citrix Director Role and Purpose Access to Director for Help Desk Administrators Common Director Monitoring Tasks Common Help Desk AdministratorTroubleshooting Tasks Providing and Troubleshooting End User Access End User Access Overview Components between end users and published resources on VDAs User Experience Support End User Access Citrix Workspace App Workspace App Types Deploying Citrix Workspace app Pass though Authentication Supporting Citrix Workspace App User Sessions FlexCast Architecture User Sessions App and Desktop Launch Process User Profiles HDX Technologies Printing Introduction to Printing Printing Components Overview Supporting Printing
Course Duration: Half-day or full-day (can also be delivered as a 3-part virtual workshop series) Target Audience: Professionals in non-technical roles (e.g. executive assistants, HR, marketing, project managers, operations staff, trainers, and admin support) who want to use generative AI to enhance their work—without needing coding skills. Course Objectives By the end of this course, participants will be able to: Understand what generative AI is and how it works in plain language. Identify use cases relevant to their role or industry. Use popular generative AI tools (like ChatGPT, Gemini, and Copilot) confidently. Write effective prompts to get better, more relevant results. Apply AI ethically and responsibly in the workplace. Course Outline Module 1: Demystifying Generative AI What is generative AI? (Plain language explanation) How AI models like ChatGPT, Copilot, and Gemini work Examples of what generative AI can (and can’t) do Myths, risks, and benefits of AI in non-tech roles Module 2: Everyday Use Cases for Professionals Time-saving applications: Drafting emails, reports, meeting summaries Creating checklists, plans, or SOPs Enhancing creativity: Brainstorming ideas for events, campaigns, or training Writing social media posts, newsletters, or job ads Organising information: Summarising documents Structuring spreadsheets or creating templates Supporting communication: Improving tone and clarity Translating or simplifying content Module 3: Prompting Essentials What is a “prompt” and why does it matter? How to write clear, specific, and effective prompts Prompting frameworks (e.g., “Role–Task–Goal” method) Live practice: transforming a vague prompt into a powerful one Troubleshooting: when AI gives poor answers and how to improve them Module 4: Hands-On Exploration Try-it-yourself exercises using ChatGPT or Gemini (guided) Real workplace examples and team challenges Create an AI-generated email, checklist, or idea list Optional: use industry-specific examples (e.g., HR, admin, events, comms) Module 5: Responsible AI Use at Work Understanding AI limitations and biases Protecting privacy and sensitive data When not to use AI Workplace policies and guidelines (customisable for your organisation) Ethical use: attribution, transparency, and human review Module 6: Getting Started in Your Role Tools overview: free vs paid options (ChatGPT, Microsoft Copilot, Gemini) Building your own AI toolkit Tips for staying up to date as tools evolve 30-day challenge: how to build AI into your daily workflow Delivery Style Highly interactive, practical, and low-jargon No coding or tech background required Hands-on demos, guided practice, and scenario-based activities Group discussion and peer learning Course Materials Provided Quick-start guide: Top 10 prompts for non-tech roles AI Prompt Library for your job type Do’s and Don’ts for ethical use of AI at work “AI in Action” workbook with examples and checklists Personal AI Action Plan Optional Add-ons Team-based AI hackathon (mini workplace challenge) Tailored follow-up webinar for Q&A and deeper use cases Co-branded playbook for organisational AI use Integration with digital transformation or innovation initiatives
Course Duration: Half-day or full-day (can also be delivered as a 3-part virtual workshop series) Target Audience: Professionals in non-technical roles (e.g. executive assistants, HR, marketing, project managers, operations staff, trainers, and admin support) who want to use generative AI to enhance their work—without needing coding skills. Course Objectives By the end of this course, participants will be able to: Understand what generative AI is and how it works in plain language. Identify use cases relevant to their role or industry. Use popular generative AI tools (like ChatGPT, Gemini, and Copilot) confidently. Write effective prompts to get better, more relevant results. Apply AI ethically and responsibly in the workplace. Course Outline Module 1: Demystifying Generative AI What is generative AI? (Plain language explanation) How AI models like ChatGPT, Copilot, and Gemini work Examples of what generative AI can (and can’t) do Myths, risks, and benefits of AI in non-tech roles Module 2: Everyday Use Cases for Professionals Time-saving applications: Drafting emails, reports, meeting summaries Creating checklists, plans, or SOPs Enhancing creativity: Brainstorming ideas for events, campaigns, or training Writing social media posts, newsletters, or job ads Organising information: Summarising documents Structuring spreadsheets or creating templates Supporting communication: Improving tone and clarity Translating or simplifying content Module 3: Prompting Essentials What is a “prompt” and why does it matter? How to write clear, specific, and effective prompts Prompting frameworks (e.g., “Role–Task–Goal” method) Live practice: transforming a vague prompt into a powerful one Troubleshooting: when AI gives poor answers and how to improve them Module 4: Hands-On Exploration Try-it-yourself exercises using ChatGPT or Gemini (guided) Real workplace examples and team challenges Create an AI-generated email, checklist, or idea list Optional: use industry-specific examples (e.g., HR, admin, events, comms) Module 5: Responsible AI Use at Work Understanding AI limitations and biases Protecting privacy and sensitive data When not to use AI Workplace policies and guidelines (customisable for your organisation) Ethical use: attribution, transparency, and human review Module 6: Getting Started in Your Role Tools overview: free vs paid options (ChatGPT, Microsoft Copilot, Gemini) Building your own AI toolkit Tips for staying up to date as tools evolve 30-day challenge: how to build AI into your daily workflow Delivery Style Highly interactive, practical, and low-jargon No coding or tech background required Hands-on demos, guided practice, and scenario-based activities Group discussion and peer learning Course Materials Provided Quick-start guide: Top 10 prompts for non-tech roles AI Prompt Library for your job type Do’s and Don’ts for ethical use of AI at work “AI in Action” workbook with examples and checklists Personal AI Action Plan Optional Add-ons Team-based AI hackathon (mini workplace challenge) Tailored follow-up webinar for Q&A and deeper use cases Co-branded playbook for organisational AI use Integration with digital transformation or innovation initiatives
Duration 3 Days 18 CPD hours This course is intended for Any IT specialist eager to become an industry recognized expert on Veeam software solutions. Overview This certification is an excellent investment for an IT professional looking to increase productivity, reduce operating costs, increase potential for personal career advancement and gain recognition from the employer and customers. By completing the Veeam Certified Engineer (VMCE) course you should be able to: Get more functionality out of Veeam solutions Identify and resolve issues more efficiently Gain a distinction from your peers The Veeam Certified Engineer (VMCE) course is a 3-day technical deep-dive focused on teaching engineers to architect, implement, optimize and troubleshoot the Veeam software solution. Module 1 Introduction Module 2 Veeam Products Veeam Availability Suite Key Concepts Module 3 Auto Discovery of Backup and Virtual Infrastructure Business Categorization Pre-Defined Alerting Unattended Monitoring Reporting and Dashboards Agentless Data Gathering Hyper-V Specific Features Veeam One Deployment Veeam One Assessment Tool Module 4 Core Components and Their Interaction Optional Components Deployment Scenarios Prerequisites Upgrading Veeam Backup & Replication Module 5 Adding Servers Adding a VMware Backup Proxy Adding a Hyper-V Off-host Backup Proxy Adding Backup Repositories Performing Configuration Backup and Restore Managing Network Traffic Global Notification Settings Getting to Know User Interface Module 6 Creating Backup Jobs Creating Restore Points with VeeamZIP and Quick Backup Backup Copy Replication Creating VM/File Copy Jobs Module 7 SureBackup Recovery Verification SureReplica Module 8 Data Recovery Working with Veeam Backup & Replication Utilities Insight into Recovery from Replica Module 9 Item-Level Recovery Guest OS File Recovery Module 10 Tape Device Support SAN Storage Systems Support Support for Deduplicating Storage Systems Veeam Cloud Connect Veeam Backup Enterprise Manager vCloud Director Support Module 11 Product Editions Comparison Full and Free Functionality Modes Module 12 How to Identify the Problem How to review and analyze the issue Search for additional information Veeam Support
Duration 3 Days 18 CPD hours This course is intended for Any IT specialist eager to become an industry recognized expert on Veeam software solutions. Overview This certification is an excellent investment for an IT professional looking to increase productivity, reduce operating costs, increase potential for personal career advancement and gain recognition from the employer and customers. By completing the Veeam Certified Engineer (VMCE) course you should be able to:Get more functionality out of Veeam solutionsIdentify and resolve issues more efficientlyGain a distinction from your peers The Veeam Certified Engineer (VMCE) course is a 3-day technical deep-dive focused on teaching engineers to architect, implement, optimize and troubleshoot the Veeam software solution. Module 1 Introduction Module 2 Veeam Products Veeam Availability Suite Key Concepts Module 3 Auto Discovery of Backup and Virtual Infrastructure Business Categorization Pre-Defined Alerting Unattended Monitoring Reporting and Dashboards Agentless Data Gathering Hyper-V Specific Features Veeam One Deployment Veeam One Assessment Tool Module 4 Core Components and Their Interaction Optional Components Deployment Scenarios Prerequisites Upgrading Veeam Backup & Replication Module 5 Adding Servers Adding a VMware Backup Proxy Adding a Hyper-V Off-host Backup Proxy Adding Backup Repositories Performing Configuration Backup and Restore Managing Network Traffic Global Notification Settings Getting to Know User Interface Module 6 Creating Backup Jobs Creating Restore Points with VeeamZIP and Quick Backup Backup Copy Replication Creating VM/File Copy Jobs Module 7 SureBackup Recovery Verification SureReplica Module 8 Data Recovery Working with Veeam Backup & Replication Utilities Insight into Recovery from Replica Module 9 Item-Level Recovery Guest OS File Recovery Module 10 Tape Device Support SAN Storage Systems Support Support for Deduplicating Storage Systems Veeam Cloud Connect Veeam Backup Enterprise Manager vCloud Director Support Module 11 Product Editions Comparison Full and Free Functionality Modes Module 12 How to Identify the Problem How to review and analyze the issue Search for additional information Veeam Support
Duration 3 Days 18 CPD hours This course is intended for Project team members & Consultants In this course, students become familiar with logistics invoice verification as the final stage in the external procurement process. Students also learn how to enter invoices relating to purchase orders, block them, and release them for payment. Course Outline Introduction to invoice verification Invoice entry and parking Taxes, cash discounts, and foreign currency Invoices for purchase orders with account assignment Variances with and without reference to an item, invoice blocking reasons Invoice reduction, releasing blocked invoices Delivery costs Subsequent debits and credits Credit memos and cancellations Invoice verification in the background Automated processing GR/IR clearing account maintenance Customizing for invoice verification
Duration 3 Days 18 CPD hours This course is intended for Participants are any IT specialist eager to become an industry recognized expert on Veeam software solutions:System Engineer / Administrator Backup / Virtualization Administrators Pre-Sales / Post-Sales / Solution Architects / Consultants Overview This certification is an excellent investment for an IT professional looking to increase productivity, reduce operating costs, increase potential for personal career advancement and gain recognition from the employer and customers. By completing the Veeam Certified Engineer (VMCE) course you should be able to:Get more functionality out of Veeam solutionsIdentify and resolve issues more efficientlyGain a distinction from your peers The Veeam Certified Engineer (VMCE) course is a 3 day technical deep-dive focused on teaching consultants and engineers to architect, implement, optimize and troubleshoot the Veeam software solution. Introduction Introduction Overview of Veeam products Hypervisor Support Veeam Backup & Replication key features Veeam One key features Veeam Management Pack vCloud Director Support Key concepts Backup Methods Scheduling Changed Block Tracking (CBT) Compression and Deduplication Retention Policy Veeam ONE features and functionality Auto Discovery of Backup and Virtual Infrastructure Business Categorization Pre-Defined Alerting Unattended monitoring Reporting and dashboards Agentless data gathering Hyper-V specific features Veeam One Deployment Veeam One assessment Tool Deployment Solution Architecture Deployment Scenarios Prerequisites Upgrading Veeam Backup & Replication Initial Configuration Adding Servers Adding a VMware Backup Proxy Adding a Hyper-V Offhost Backup Proxy Adding Backup Repositories Performing Configuration Backup and Restore Getting to Know User Interface Performing Backup Creating Backup Jobs Creating VM Copy Jobs Instant VM Recovery Replication (Replication Job, Failover, Failback) Insight into Replication Insight into Failover Insight into Failback SureBackup, SureReplica SureBackup Recovery Verification SureReplica Restore your VMs and Objects Data Recovery Restoring Microsoft Exchange and SharePoint objects Working with Veeam Backup & Replication Utilities 3-2-1 rule (Backup to tape, WAN, Backup Copy) Wan Accelerator Offsite Backup Copy Job Delegate file and VM restores with Veeam Backup Enterprise Manager Veeam Backup Enterprise Manager RESTful API HP StoreVirtual VSA Product Editions Product Editions Comparison Full and Free Troubleshooting How to review and analyze the issue Search for additional information Veeam Support Additional course details: Nexus Humans Veeam Certified Engineer (VMCE) training program is a workshop that presents an invigorating mix of sessions, lessons, and masterclasses meticulously crafted to propel your learning expedition forward. This immersive bootcamp-style experience boasts interactive lectures, hands-on labs, and collaborative hackathons, all strategically designed to fortify fundamental concepts. Guided by seasoned coaches, each session offers priceless insights and practical skills crucial for honing your expertise. Whether you're stepping into the realm of professional skills or a seasoned professional, this comprehensive course ensures you're equipped with the knowledge and prowess necessary for success. While we feel this is the best course for the Veeam Certified Engineer (VMCE) course and one of our Top 10 we encourage you to read the course outline to make sure it is the right content for you. Additionally, private sessions, closed classes or dedicated events are available both live online and at our training centres in Dublin and London, as well as at your offices anywhere in the UK, Ireland or across EMEA.