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Duration 1 Days 6 CPD hours This course is intended for Stop looking for those important items, and start knowing where they are by getting organized. Developing good Organizational Skill is an investment that will provide benefits for years. To be successful means to be organized. These skills will filter through all aspects of your participants professional and personal lives. 1 - Getting Started Housekeeping Items The Parking Lot Workshop Objectives Action Plans and Evaluations 2 - Remove the Clutter Just Do it You Don't Have to Keep Everything Three Boxes: Keep, Donate, and Trash A Place for Everything and Everything in its Place Case Study Review Questions 3 - Prioritize Write it Down Urgent/Important Matrix Divide Tasks 80/20 Rule Case Study Review Questions 4 - Scheduling Your Time Have a Master Calendar Setting Deadlines Remove or Limit the Time Wasters Coping With Things Outside of Our Control Case Study Review Questions 5 - To Do Lists Use a Day Planner Finish What You Start Focus on the Important Do Quick Tasks Immediately Case Study Review Questions 6 - Paper and Paperless Storage Find a System that Works for You Make it Consistent Make it Time Sensitive Setting up Archives Case Study Review Questions 7 - Organization in Your Work Area Keeping Items Within Arm's Reach Only Have Current Projects on Your Desk Arranging Your Drawers Organize to Match Your Workflow Case Study Review Questions 8 - Tools to Fight Procrastination Eat That Frog! Remove Distractions Give Yourself a Reward Break Up large Tasks Case Study Review Questions 9 - Organizing your Inbox Setting up Delivery Rules Folder and Message Hierarchy Deal with Email Right Away Flag and Highlight Important Items Case Study Review Questions 10 - Avoid the Causes of Disorganization Keeping Everything Not Being Consistent Not Following a Schedule Bad Habits Case Study Review Questions 11 - Discipline is the Key to Staying Organized Stay Within Your Systems Learn to Say No Have Organization Be Part of Your Life Plan for Tomorrow, Today Case Study Review Questions 12 - Wrapping Up Words from the Wise Review of Parking Lot Lessons Learned Completion of Action Plans Additional course details: Nexus Humans Organizational Skills 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 Organizational Skills 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.

Writing Clear Business Communication: In-House Training This program is about learning about the writing process and covers the full spectrum of documents used when corresponding in the workplace. The ability to write effectively comes naturally to some people, but for the vast majority, it is a task often approached with a mixture of trepidation and dread. Effective writing seldom, if ever, 'magically materializes' on the spot. In reality, it is most often the product of planning, writing, and rewriting. This is why writing is called a process; it must go through a series of steps before it is clear and complete. This program is about learning about the writing process and covers the full spectrum of documents used when corresponding in the workplace. The ability to write effectively comes naturally to some people, but for the vast majority, it is a task often approached with a mixture of trepidation and dread. However, the ability to communicate in the written word, for whatever purpose, is an important part of our working and personal lives and can have a direct impact on our ability to persuade, gain commitment or agreement and enhance understanding. Good writing sounds like talking on paper, which is why this program is focused on getting the message across and achieving the desired results using the 'keep it simple and direct' approach. What you Will Learn At the end of this program, you will be able to: Write effective e-mails, letters, memos, and reports Clearly articulate the message Achieve desired results from correspondence Organize content for maximum impact Format for enhanced understanding Choose the appropriate communication medium for each document Revise documents to increase clarity and impact Foundations Concepts Business writing as a form of professional communication How business writing compares to other forms of writing Characteristics of good business writing Challenges with business writing The Project Environment Business writing in the project environment The concept of art, science, and optics of business writing Art Economy Precision Action Music Personality Science Purpose, simple, compound, and complex sentence structures Techniques to engage the reader Point of view: tone, attitude, and humor Organization: opening, body, and closing Support and coherence Optics Visual optics Sound optics Feel optics Effective optics Efficient optics Email Formal vs. informal emails Suggestions for improving email communication Instant and text messaging Reports Common types of reports created Formatting of reports Guidelines for meeting minutes Contracts Types of contracts Common agreements Procurement documents Templates, Forms, and Checklists Templates Forms Checklists Other Formatting Good Documentation Practices Good documentation practices Data integrity in business communication

OVERVIEW Prerequisites—this is a day of supervised revision for anyone who wishes to take the PL-300 exam so we expect you to have attended a PL-300 course, either taught or on your own, before attending this day of revision. We are happy for attendees to join the course if you have taken the PL-300 with us or with another provider. In the morning we look at questions from the PL-300 exam, grouped by subject area. For each question we show you the correct answer and then explain why that is the correct answer. After lunch everyone tries a practice exam under exam conditions and we finish the day with clarification on the subjects or specific questions that the class is finding hard. The cost of the course includes a free voucher to take the exam, so please don’t buy your own separately. If you do so we cannot reimburse you with the cost of the exam. COURSE BENEFITS: Discover the parts of the course on which to focus most attention Become familiar with the styles and formats of the exam questions Alert yourself to some of the particularly tricky questions Familiarise yourself with the style of the 'case study' question Practice an exam under real exam conditions Get a feel for the time you need to devote to the normal questions and to the case study WHO IS THE COURSE FOR? Power BI report developers who need PL-300 Certification to apply for a job Business Intelligence specialists who wish to enhance their career prospects with a PL-300 Certification Anyone who wishes to maximise their chances of passing the PL-300 Power BI Data Analyst exam COURSE OUTLINE Module 1 Structure Of The Exam Registration for the exam and setup of your workspace The percentage of marks devoted to each subject area Types of questions used in the exam Advised timing for the normal questions and for the case study question Module 2 Individual Exam Question Practice The exam questions are divided into subject areas and for each question… We consider the question and try to answer it We view the answer Where necessary, we look at an in-depth explanation of why that is the correct answer Examine case study questions and how to treat these differently from the normal questions Module 3 Practice Exam Under Exam Conditions Attendees take a practice exam Attendees receive a mark, broken down into subject areas Module 4 Exam Question Practice Focussed On Tricky Areas Together, based on the results of attendees’ exam results we decide which areas on which to focus More practice on individual exam questions using the same style as in Module 2

OVERVIEW DIAD is a one-day, hands-on workshop for business analysts, covering the breadth of Power BI capabilities. The course focuses on five practical Labs and at the end of the day, attendees will better understand how to: Connect and transform data from a variety of data sources. Define business rules and KPIs. Explore data with powerful interactive visuals. Build stunning reports. Share their dashboards with their team business partners and publish them to the web. The course content is managed by the Power BI engineering team at Microsoft. There is no exam associated with the course. COURSE BENEFITS: Learn how to clean, transform, and load data from various sources Create and manage a data model in Power BI consisting of multiple tables connected with relationships Build Measures and other calculations in the DAX language to plot in reports Manage and share report assets to the Power BI Service WHO IS THE COURSE FOR? Data Analysts and Management Consultants with little or no experience of Power BI who wish to upgrade their knowledge to include Business Intelligence Analysts looking for a quick introduction to Power BI who don’t have the time for the full three day PL-300 course Marketers in data-intensive organisations who need new tools to build visually appealing, dynamic charts for their stakeholders to use LAB OUTLINE Lab 1 Accessing & Preparing The Data Load data from Excel and CSV sources Manipulate the data to prepare it for reporting Prepare tables in Power Query and load them into the data model Lab 2 Data Modelling And Exploration Create a range of different charts Highlight and cross-filter Create new groups and hierarchies Add new measures to the model Lab 3 Data Visualization Add conditional formatting to a report Add logos to a filter Import a custom visual Apply a custom theme Add bookmarks to the report to tell a story Lab 4 Publishing A Report And Creating A Dashboard Create a Workspace in the Power BI Service Publish a report to the Service Create a Dashboard and pin visuals to it Generate and view insights Lab 5 Collaboration Share a Dashboard Access a Dashboard on a Mobile Device

OVERVIEW Prerequisites—DIAD training or equivalent working experience This one-day course will cover using Power BI Desktop to import and shape data from a variety of sources. It will also walk through Power BI capabilities you can use to enhance the data model for your business users. The course covers key aspects of how to create a great data model to meet your business needs, various features in Power BI used to enhance data models so you can build great reports, and an introduction to DAX to create calculations. After completing this training, the attendees should be able to import data from a variety of data sources into Power BI, shape the data, create the data model, and write DAX functions to the Power BI model. COURSE BENEFITS: Understand the Power BI Desktop data model, its components and most effective schemas Describe concepts of calculated columns and measures Create queries using M Create calculations with DAX Understand the use of functions Create and optimize a data model Understand the consequences of data model design decisions WHO IS THE COURSE FOR? Power BI report developers who wish to improve the structure of their data models Power BI report developers who wish to use advanced features like parameters and M coding in Power Query Power BI practitioners who wish to optimise their models more effectively Attendees wishing to prepare thoroughly for the DAX In A Day course COURSE OUTLINE Module 1 Getting And Shaping The Data Understand what is meant by data model in the context of Power BI Understand the consequences of data model design decisions Understand consequences of Power BI’s data type handling Understand data connection options Module 2 Basic Data Modelling Understand basic data modelling Understand basic data model types Explore dimension tables and fact tables Explore data connections Module 3 Getting Started With M (Power Query Language) Get introduced to M Understand key components and syntax Module 4 Understanding Logic Operators Understand Transformations Understand Join operation Module 5 Introduction To DAX Get introduced to DAX and how can it be used Understand working with parameters and DAX (lab combining the previous module) Module 6 Working With Functions - DAX CALCULATE And More Understand working with functions Understand the basics of the CALCULATE formula Module 7 Modelling With Power BI & DAX Best Practice Gain familiarity with basic data modelling for business scenarios Learn some best practices for working with Power BI

OVERVIEW Prerequisites—DIAD training and Advanced Data Modeling and Shaping training or equivalent working experience This course has been designed specifically for experienced model developers and gives a more advanced treatment of DAX formulas than either DIAD or the PL-300 course. We recommend that attendees have prior experience working with Power BI Desktop to create data models. During this course you will review: Writing DAX formulas. Defining calculated tables and columns. Defining measures. Using DAX iterator functions. Modifying filter context. Using DAX time intelligence functions. After completing this training, the attendees should be able to work with Data Analysis Expressions (DAX), perform calculations and define common business calculations for use in reports, address performance and functionality concerns. COURSE BENEFITS: Understand Analytic queries in Power BI Create calculated tables, calculated columns and measures Use DAX functions and operators to build DAX formulas Use DAX iterator functions Create formulas that manipulate the filter context Use DAX time intelligence functions WHO IS THE COURSE FOR? Analysts with experience of Power BI wishing to develop more advanced formulas in DAX Power BI developers who wish to deepen their understanding of the process of calculating formulas so as to make development faster and more reliable LAB OUTLINE Lab 1 Setup Connect to data and understand the objectives of the future labs Lab 2 Write DAX Formulas For Power BI Create a measure Use variables in the measure definition Lab 3 Add Calculated Table And Columns Duplicate a table Create a hierarchy Create a date table Add calculated columns Lab 4 Add Measures To Power BI Desktop Models Add an implicit measure to a report Add an explicit measure Add a compound measure Add a quick measure Lab 5 Use DAX Iterator Functions In A Power BI Desktop Model Complex summarization Higher grain summarization Create ranking measure Lab 6 Modify DAX Filter Context In Power BI Desktop Models Apply Boolean expression filter Remove filters: use ALL Remove filters: use AllSelected Preserve filters: use KeepFilters HASONEVALUE ISINSCOPE Context transition Lab 7 Use DAX Time Intelligence Functions In Power BI Desktop Models TOTALYTD SAMEPERIODLASTYEAR Calculate new occurrences Snapshot calculations

Duration 1 Days 6 CPD hours Overview Students will come away with knowledge and skills to become a top-notch team performer. This workshop will encourage you to explore the different aspects of a team, as well as ways that they can become a top-notch team performer. 1 - GETTING STARTED Icebreaker Housekeeping Items The Parking Lot Workshop Objectives 2 - DEFINING SUCCESS What is a Team? An Overview of Tuckman and Jensen's Four-Phase Model 3 - TYPES OF TEAMS The Traditional Team Self-Directed Teams E-Teams 4 - THE FIRST STAGE OF TEAM DEVELOPMENT-FORMING Hallmarks of This Stage What To Do As A Leader What To Do As A Follower 5 - THE SECOND STAGE OF TEAM DEVELOPMENT-STORMING The Hallmarks of This Stage What To Do As A Leader What To Do As A Follower 6 - THE THIRD STAGE OF TEAM DEVELOPMENT-NORMING The Hallmarks of This Stage What To Do As A Leader What To Do As A Follower 7 - THE FOURTH STAGE OF TEAM DEVELOPMENT-PERFORMING Hallmarks of This Stage What To Do As A Leader What To Do As A Follower 8 - TEAM BUILDING ACTIVITIES The Benefits and Disadvantages Team-Building Activities That Won't Make People Cringe Choosing a Location for Team-Building 9 - MAKING THE MOST OF TEAM MEETINGS Setting the Time and Place Trying the 50-Minute Meeting Using Celebrations of All Sizes 10 - SOLVING PROBLEMS AS A TEAM The Six Thinking Hats Encouraging Brainstorming Building Consensus 11 - ENCOURAGING TEAMWORK Some Things to Do Some Things to Avoid Some Things to Consider 12 - WRAPPING UP Words from the Wise Review of Parking Lot Lessons Learned Completion of Action Plans Additional course details: Nexus Humans Teamwork and Team Building 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 Teamwork and Team Building 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.

Duration 1 Days 6 CPD hours This course is intended for This course is intended for new managers, especially those with direct reports, who are responsible for increasing employee motivation and job performance. This course will assist students in understanding and implementing strategies that will help to motivate their work force. 1 - Getting Started Workshop Objectives Pre-Assignment Review 2 - A Psychological Approach Herzberg?s Theory of Motivation Maslow?s Hierarchy of Needs The Two Models and Motivation Case Study Module Two: Review Questions 3 - Object-Oriented Theory The Carrot The Whip The Plant Case Study Module Three: Review Questions 4 - Using Reinforcement Theory A History of Reinforcement Theory Behavior Modification in Four Steps Appropriate Uses in the Workplace Case Study Module Four: Review Questions 5 - Using Expectancy Theory A History of Expectancy Theory Understanding the Three Factors Using the Three Factors to Motivate in the Workplace Case Study Module Five: Review Questions 6 - Personality's Role in Motivation Identifying Your Personality Type Identifying Others? Personality Type Motivators by Personality Type Case Study Module Six: Review Questions 7 - Setting Goals Goals and Motivation Setting SMART Goal Evaluating and Adapting Case Study Module Seven: Review Questions 8 - A Personal Toolbox Building Your Own Motivational Plan Encouraging Growth and Development Getting Others to See the Glass Half-Full Case Study Module Eight: Review Questions 9 - Motivation on the Job The Key Factors Creating a Motivational Organization Creating a Motivational Job Case Study Module Nine: Review Questions 10 - Addressing Specific Morale Issues Dealing with Individual Morale Problems Addressing Team Morale What to Do When the Whole Company is De-Motivated Case Study Module Ten: Review Questions 11 - Keeping Yourself Motivated Identifying Personal Motivators Maximizing Your Motivators Evaluating and Adapting Case Study Module Eleven: Review Questions 12 - Wrapping Up Words from the Wise Additional course details: Nexus Humans Employee Motivation 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 Employee Motivation 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.

This course is intended for Beginner-Moderate exposure is recommended for this course. The topics covered are cumulative in nature, and they require minimal understanding of email applications and composition. Overview The objective of the course is to give students the information needed to create emails that are written in a succinct, effective, and user-friendly manner. Students will learn how to set up an email subject, salutation, and will then work on how to write a credible email. In this course, students will learn about e-mail policies and learn how to write professional e-mail memos that convey appropriate messages. 1 - E-mail basics E-mail characteristics Writing online versus on paper Understanding the advantages and disadvantages of e-mail Understanding the cultural significance of e-mail E-mail programs Using an e-mail program to send e-mail When to use e-mail Communicating by e-mail Understanding when to avoid using e-mail Writing an e-mail message Using the MAIL acronym 2 - E-mail policies Company policies Avoiding improper e-mail messages Ensuring employee compliance to e-mail policies Copyright laws, viruses, and liability Avoiding copyright infringement Avoiding viruses Identifying e-mail liability 3 - E-mail features and security Features of an e-mail program Using attachments Using priority labels and signature files Features of an e-mail program Using attachments Using priority labels and signature files Discussing e-mail program options Securing e-mail Using encryption and digital signatures Using passwords 4 - E-mail messages Message headers Using headers E-mail message body Including proper greeting Structuring an e-mail message Closing an e-mail message 5 - E-mail effectiveness E-mail recipients Considering the factors that determine e-mail writing Anticipating recipient reaction Message management Managing your e-mail effectively 6 - Netiquette guidelines Netiquette style Using proper tone Following formatting guidelines Emoticons and abbreviations Using emoticons and electronic abbreviations 7 - Composing online correspondence Online communication Achieving the objective of the message Language and punctuation Improving online writing style Using punctuation correctly Efficient writing habits Constructing sentences Constructing paragraphs Editing e-mail messages