Duration 2 Days 12 CPD hours Overview Effectively manage team dynamics in remote and virtual teams Leverage communication technologies to the benefit of your remote and virtual teams Identify the specific skills required for managing remote and virtual teams Evaluate the impact of culture and language on your team?s performance The business model of managing remote and hybrid teams is constantly evolving. Managing remote teams?a rarity just a few years ago?is now a common occurrence. Working virtually offers unique advantages and challenges. But how do you best leverage these benefits while overcoming impediments? This workshop will teach you to adjust your management style to successfully improve communication, foster connections, increase productivity, and develop remote and virtual teams. Focused on practical skills, this workshop includes activities to apply these techniques and drive results. Defining the Characteristics of the Remote and Hybrid Workforce Understanding the remote vs. hybrid workplace Managing relationships, communication, and tasks Meeting your needs and your team?s needs Management Requirements for Remote Leadership Moving from reactive to proactive Understanding team member?s unique situations Keeping everyone informed Innovating with virtual teams Managing work outputs Overseeing separated team members Defining and building relationships with stakeholders Building and Strengthening Team Dynamics Creating team identity Forming remote and virtual teams Managing the storming process Getting to norming and performing Creating and governing with ground rules Tracking team performance Setting expectations and providing feedback Making Technology Work for You Communicating with and coordinating your team Avoiding the technology trap Developing effective communication across various mediums Choosing the right technology platform The Impact of Culture and Separation Recognizing cultural characteristics and differences Building cultural knowledge Managing across time zones Respecting non-working time
This one-day course introduces the field of user experience and provides an excellent entry point to our other specialised training courses. UX processes and practices have become a central component of product design, service design and web design.
Innovation Project Management: Virtual In-House Training Companies need growth for survival. Companies cannot grow simply through cost reduction and reengineering efforts. This program describes the relationship that needs to be established between innovation, business strategy, and project management to turn a creative idea into a reality. We will explore the importance of identifying the components of an innovative culture, existing differences, challenges, and the new set of skills needed in innovation project management. Companies need growth for survival. Companies cannot grow simply through cost reduction and reengineering efforts. Innovation is needed and someone must manage these innovation projects. Over the past two decades, there has been a great deal of literature published on innovation and innovation management. Converting a creative idea into reality requires projects and some form of project management. Unfortunately, innovation projects, which are viewed as strategic projects, may not be able to be managed using the traditional project management philosophy we teach in our project management courses. There are different skill sets needed, different tools, and different life-cycle phases. Innovation varies from industry to industry and even companies within the same industry cannot come to an agreement on how innovation project management should work. This program describes the relationship that needs to be established between innovation, business strategy, and project management to turn a creative idea into a reality. We will explore the importance of identifying the components of an innovative culture, existing differences, challenges, and the new set of skills needed in innovation project management. What you Will Learn Explain the links needed to bridge innovation, project management, and business strategy Describe the different types of innovation and the form of project management each require Identify the differences between traditional and innovation project management, especially regarding governance, human resources management challenges, components of an innovative culture and competencies needed by innovation project managers Establish business value and the importance of new metrics for measuring and reporting business value Relate innovation to business models and the skills needed to contribute in the business model development Recognize the roadblocks affecting innovation project management and their cause to determine what actions can be taken Determine the success and failure criteria of an innovation project Foundation Concepts Understanding innovation Role of innovation in a company Differences between traditional (operational) and strategic projects Innovation management Differences between innovation and R&D Differing views of innovation Why innovation often struggles Linking Innovation Project Management to Business Strategy The business side of innovation project management The need for innovation targeting Getting close to the customers and their needs The need for line-of-sight to the strategic objectives The innovation enterprise environmental factors Tools for linking Internal Versus External (Co-creation) Innovation Open versus closed innovation Open innovation versus crowdsourcing Benefits of internal innovation Benefits of co-creation (external) innovation Selecting co-creation partners The focus of co-creation The issues with intellectual property Understanding co-creation values Understanding the importance of value-in-use Classification of Innovations and Innovation Projects Types of projects Types of innovations Competency-enhancing versus competency-destroying innovations Types of innovation novelty Public Sector of Innovation Comparing public and private sector project management Types of public service innovations Reasons for some public sector innovation failures An Introduction to Innovation Project Management Why traditional project management may not work The need for a knowledge management system Differences between traditional and innovation project management Issues with the 'one-size-fits-all' methodology Using end-to-end innovation project management Technology readiness levels (TRLs) Integrating Kanban principles into innovation project management Innovation and the Human Resources Management Challenge Obtaining resources Need for a talent pipeline Need for effective resource management practices Prioritizing resource utilization Using organizational slack Corporate Innovation Governance Types of innovation governance Business Impact Analysis (BIA) Innovation Project Portfolio Management Office (IPPMO) Using nondisclosure agreements, secrecy agreements, confidentiality agreements, and patents Adverse effects of governance decisions Innovation Cultures Characteristics of a culture for innovation Types of cultures Selecting the right people Linking innovation to rewards Impact of the organizational reward system Innovation Competencies Types of innovation leadership The need for active listening Design thinking Dealing with ambiguity, uncertainty, risks, crises, and human factors Value-Based Innovation Project Management Metrics Importance of innovation project management metrics Understanding value-driven project management Differences between benefits and value - and when to measure Traditional versus the investment life cycle Benefits harvesting Benefits and value sustainment Resistance to change Tangible and intangible innovation project management metrics Business Model Innovation Business model characteristics Impact of disruptive innovation Innovation Roadblocks Roadblocks and challenges facing project managers Ways to overcome the roadblocks Defining Innovation Success and Failure Categories for innovation success and failure Need for suitability and exit criteria Reasons for innovation project failure Predictions on the Future of Innovation Project Management The Six Pillars of changing times Some uses for the new value and benefits metrics
Join us for this step-by-step workshop to map your customer journey.
The need for more flexibility in the usage of office space and the evolution of the shared economy have changed the paradigms of the real estate office asset class and gave rise to co-working concept. This information-packed webinar will introduce what defines a co-working space and its relationship to Real Estate as a Service. Whether you want to start a co-working business or want to invest in an office building where a co-working space is one of the tenants, we will equip you with the tools to assess the business model and the profitability of a co-working space. Join this webinar if you want to learn about the changes shaping the office space.
Business Startup Course Overview This course is designed for aspiring entrepreneurs and business professionals looking to gain essential knowledge and skills for launching a successful startup. It covers key concepts such as identifying business models, creating innovative ideas, building a brand, and implementing both active and passive sales strategies. Learners will explore the stages of business creation from conception to execution and develop a clear business action plan. By the end of the course, participants will be equipped with the tools necessary to develop their own business and take confident steps toward growth and sustainability. Course Description The "Business Startup" course delves into the fundamental components required to start and run a successful business. Topics include the Adonis Business Model, which provides a framework for building a profitable business, the steps involved in creating a viable business idea, and the methods for constructing a strong brand identity. The course also covers effective sales techniques, both active and passive, to drive revenue. Additionally, learners will be guided through the process of creating a comprehensive business and action plan to set the foundation for long-term success. This course is ideal for anyone looking to start their own business or develop their entrepreneurial mindset. Business Startup Curriculum: Module 01: Adonis Business Model – The Model of Successful Businesses Module 02: Creation of A Business Idea Module 03: Building A Successful Brand Module 04: Active Sales Module 05: Passive Sales Module 06: Create A Business and Action Plan (See full curriculum) Who is this course for? Individuals seeking to start their own business. Professionals aiming to expand their entrepreneurial skills. Beginners with an interest in business development. Entrepreneurs looking to refine their business strategies. Career Path Business Owner Entrepreneur Brand Manager Sales Manager Marketing Manager Business Development Executive
14 Authority Sites For Learning Amazon Affiliate Marketing Course Overview This course offers learners a comprehensive introduction to Amazon Affiliate Marketing, focusing on 14 authoritative websites that provide valuable resources for mastering this lucrative online business model. Through a well-structured curriculum, learners will gain insight into affiliate marketing strategies, the importance of selecting the right affiliate programs, and how to create effective content for driving traffic. The course covers essential topics that will help participants grow their affiliate business and generate passive income. By the end of the course, learners will be equipped with the knowledge to start or enhance their own Amazon affiliate marketing efforts, laying a strong foundation for ongoing success in this field. Course Description In this course, learners will explore 14 authority sites that serve as key resources for understanding and mastering Amazon Affiliate Marketing. Each module delves into crucial aspects such as affiliate program selection, content creation, SEO optimisation, and traffic generation techniques. With a focus on using trusted, high-quality sources, participants will develop a strong understanding of how to leverage these platforms to enhance their affiliate marketing strategies. The course provides an overview of key tools and strategies for optimising campaigns, measuring success, and scaling affiliate operations. Learners will leave the course equipped with the expertise to implement these strategies and start building a profitable affiliate marketing business. The learning experience is designed to be engaging and informative, offering a structured pathway for learners to advance in the affiliate marketing industry. 14 Authority Sites For Learning Amazon Affiliate Marketing Curriculum Module 01: Introduction To This Course Module 02: 14 Authority Sites For Learning Amazon Affiliate Marketing Module 03: Affiliate Marketing Basics: Getting Started Module 04: Choosing the Right Affiliate Program Module 05: Content Creation for Affiliate Marketing Module 06: Search Engine Optimisation (SEO) for Affiliate Sites Module 07: Generating Traffic for Affiliate Websites Module 08: Understanding Affiliate Metrics and Analytics Module 09: Scaling Your Affiliate Marketing Business Module 10: Best Practices for Amazon Affiliate Marketing Success Module 11: Case Studies: Successful Affiliate Websites Module 12: Troubleshooting Common Affiliate Marketing Challenges Module 13: Staying Updated in the Evolving Affiliate Marketing Landscape Module 14: Final Thoughts and Future Opportunities (See full curriculum) Who is this course for? Individuals seeking to start an affiliate marketing business. Professionals aiming to expand their digital marketing skills. Beginners with an interest in Amazon Affiliate Marketing. Entrepreneurs looking to diversify income streams. Career Path Affiliate Marketer Digital Marketing Specialist Content Creator SEO Consultant Online Business Owner