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The leadership role of the project manager is increasingly recognised as a key determinant in delivering success. These skills can often be critical in project situations, where tight budgets and deadlines demand the highest levels of team performance and where the working environment presents fresh challenges on a daily basis. This programme focuses on the leadership skills required of project managers and will benefit anyone involved in managing projects large or small wishing to extend or enhance those skills. The objectives of this programme are to help the participants: Understand the significance of leadership skills to the project manager and the impact of these skills on project performance Review the key skills needed to be an effective 'multi-dimensional' project leader and learn how to develop, adapt and apply them in practice Learn how to identify the preferred leadership style for the context and organisational culture of a project and how to develop personal style versatility Understand the role of the project leader in building an effective team and the skills required to promote and sustain team performance Gain a better understanding of the interpersonal skills needed to motivate individual team members and harness the full potential of the team DAY ONE 1 Introduction Aims and objectives Personal objectives 2 Project management and leadership What is a leader? How much can leadership be learned? The project environment and the impact of leadership skills The characteristics of high performance project teams and their leaders 3 Principles of effective leadership Some useful models and theories of leadership explored Types of leadership; choosing how to use leadership power Evaluating personal leadership style; how to develop style flexibility 4 Syndicate case study: Leadership in action Review of the role of leadership in a contemporary project Feedback and plenary discussion: effective project leadership 5 Team exercise: Leadership skills of the project manager Teams compete in performing a project simulation Project review and feedback Discussion of the outcome: role and skills of the project leader 6 Leadership skills for project managers The 3 dimensions of project leadership: inwards, outwards, and upwards The vital role of communication skills and how to develop them Developing a 'project vision': strategic thinking skills Understanding others; emotional intelligence skills Being a visible leader; behavioural and influencing skills Building effective relationships; the importance of trust and respect DAY TWO 7 Leading the project team The role of leadership in developing team performance Understanding individual strengths; recognising team role preferences Managing conflict and promoting positive team dynamics Setting standards, maintaining discipline and rewarding performance Harnessing team potential: building motivation within the team Promoting team learning; the team leader as coach / mentor 8 Leading through the organisation Gaining the support others; developing effective influencing skills Getting empowerment from key stakeholders Knowing when and how to take the initiative and lead Building and maintaining rapport with key partners Becoming an effective team player in leadership teams Becoming a business leader; leading colleagues and co-workers 9 Team exercise: Leadership and negotiation Teams engage in a negotiation exercise Exercise review and feedback Discussion of the outcome: negotiation skills of the project leader 10 Negotiation skills for project leaders Characteristics of effective negotiators Classic problem behaviours and mind-sets to avoid Getting to win-win; building partnership and trust 11 Leading more senior stakeholders The challenges and skills of leading and managing upwards Communicating with more senior stakeholders; building credibility Negotiating upwards: knowing when and how The role of networking skills; building and maintaining rapport Handling disagreements; the art of diplomacy Handling personality and style conflicts with more senior people

Are you an ambitious, entrepreneurial business owner with a collaborative mindset? You are? Good! You're in the right place. Running your own business can be tough and the odds are against you - but don't worry! The support you need is on your doorstep - at next to no cost!

Understand how to effectively manage conflict and learn that conflict can be healthy and need not damage relationships. Course overview Duration: 1 day (6.5 hours) Conflict and differences of opinion are inevitable in the today’s fast moving, complex business world, some would argue they are even necessary. This highly interactive and practical course addresses the many aspects of effectively managing conflict and will help you ensure that conflict can be healthy and need not damage the relationship. This workshop has been specifically designed to give you an opportunity to learn and test a range of influencing and conflict handling models and techniques. The course is aimed at anyone who interacts with others on a regular basis. Objectives  By the end of the course you will be able to: Utilise influencing skills to pre-empt and defuse conflict Resolve conflict by choosing the right approach Recognise the impact of non-verbal communication in managing conflict Use language skills necessary to get you message across in the ‘right’ way Present your case in a reasonable and responsible manner Identify behaviours that can help or hinder interactions with others Apply different techniques for managing conflict positively and for dealing with aggression Content Developing Influence Networking Sources of influence Influencing techniques Effective Behaviour Choosing the right approach Techniques to pre-empt or defuse conflict Behavioural styles and their impact on working relationships Triggers to aggressive behaviour Managing conflict flash points Dealing with different behaviour types Developing Skills Communication skills in conflict situations Using the right language Verbal and non verbal communications Managing our body language Your conflict management style analysis Thomas Killman Conflict Handling Instrument Working in groups Practical exercises and case studies The language of mediation Transactional Analysis Practical Practical exercises Case studies Personal action planning

Learn the skills and mindset to become a business partner, align your expertise with the organisational goals, drive growth, and shape the future of your company. Course overview Duration: 1 day (6.5 hours) This is a highly interactive and practical course which will help you to understand the role of Business Partnering and the key skills needed to be successful in the role. The course is designed specifically to give you an opportunity to explore the role and test a range of techniques to improve your strategic working as well as your influencing and relationship building skills. This course is aimed at individuals who work cross-functionally and with other people to achieve business results and is particularly helpful for those who engage frequently with senior managers and executives. Objectives  By the end of the course you will be able to: Describe the role of Business Partner and the benefit to the business Develop stronger engagement with all internal and external stakeholders Influence without authority Build positive relationships Handle robust conversations Be forward thinking, not reactive Act as a change agent Communicate with confidence and credibility Content Understanding the role of the Business Partner What is Business Partnering from an individual, departmental and business view Using a psychometric test to look at where your strengths are and how you can use them effectively in the role Developing Relationships Creating a powerful first impression. Communication skills Understanding different communication styles Being more proactive in developing key relationships Stakeholder engagement Presenting ideas in a confident and articulate way Understanding and developing trust Connecting with people Networking Influencing and Negotiating Influencing and persuading others Dealing with conflict and difficult conversations Becoming a trusted advisor/Business Partner Advanced questioning skills and techniques to get to the root of a problem Strategic Thinking Develop the mind-set and strategic capability to play a more proactive leading role in the business

Join us for a day of discussions and insights on EDI and the Six Stages Framework at our in-person event on June 28, 2024!     THE EDI ROUNDTABLE & SIX STAGES FRAMEWORK CONFERENCE 2024 Navigating & Challenging Everyday Racism and Discriminations. Embedding EDI into your Workplace & Schools Frameworks for Measuring Impact & Progress   Don't miss out on our Annual trailblazing event! Our pioneering event is back by popular demand. Empower your own self development and improve diversity and inclusion in your organisation or workplace. Check out testimonials from last year.   Tickets are now on sale. Only £30 including lunch!   Book now     https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/edi-round-table-event-and-the-six-stages-framework-conference-2024-tickets-884939155837?utm-campaign=social&utm-content=attendeeshare&utm-medium=discovery&utm-term=listing&utm-source=cp&aff=ebdsshcopyurl   Join Us In Creating a More Inclusive World.   Are you ready to dive deep into the complexities of equality, diversity, and inclusion? Have you ever wondered how different sectors can collaborate to enhance racial justice and belonging in our ever-evolving society?   Online agenda and details of speakers and panelists https://www.sixstagesframework.com/edi-agenda/   Check out our Speaker/Panelists and Hosts. https://www.sixstagesframework.com/edi-round-table-2024/   https://youtu.be/DDfQtNJsNKE https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/edi-round-table-event-and-the-six-stages-framework-conference-2024-tickets-884939155837?utm-campaign=social&utm-content=attendeeshare&utm-medium=discovery&utm-term=listing&utm-source=cp&aff=ebdsshcopyurl    Information for Schools https://www.sixstagesframework.com/schools/   What's Involved? This one-day event is not to be missed. We understand the challenges many face in embedding EDI (Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion) into the fabrics of their organisation.    The Six Stages Inclusive Framework helps organisation (and schools) go beyond performative measures: cultural celebrations, conversations about unconscious bias and white privilege to real action and implementation.    It supports evidence-based practice and data gathering, obtaining base line measures through the Six Stages Framework Diversity Assessments which enable you to chart your progress.   Who’s the Conference For? Corporate Organisations Schools & Local Authorities Health Services Higher Education Police and Criminal Justice Anyone passionate about EDI   An amazing venue!   The Conference will take place at St Martin-in-the Fields, Trafalgar Square, WC2N 4JJ on June 28th, 2024, set in the heart of London. Take a 3D tour of our venue here: https://my.matterport.com/show/?m=74N3JkZtuq4   Engage with Visionaries   Check out our Speaker/Panelists and Hosts. https://www.sixstagesframework.com/edi-round-table-2024/   Start your day with groundbreaking insights from leading experts. Our opening address and keynotes will set the stage for a series of powerful discussions, including:   Diverse Cross-Functional Roundtable: Engage with top professionals in a dynamic panel discussion, followed by an audience Q&A. Exclusive stimulating and thought-provoking conversation between the dynamic sister duo, Afua Hirsch: Award-winning writer, journalist, former barrister and filmmaker; and  Dr. Ama Collison: Millennial Psychology Limited. Networking Lunch: Connect with like-minded individuals and grow your professional network over lunch.  Afternoon Sessions: Dr. Shungu H. M'gadzah: will present a compelling keynote on "The Six Stages Framework: Understanding and Dealing with Everyday Racism.”  Exploring practical applications in various sectors and drawing from the SSF transformational toolkit.   Workshops: To consolidate and explore the days learning and make recommendations to be published in our annual report.   Who's Speaking? Dr. Shungu H. M'gadzah: Six Stages Framework & Inclusion Psychologists Ltd Dr. Ama Collison: Millennial Psychology Afua Hirsch: Award-winning writer, journalist, former barrister and filmmaker   Visit the wide range of market stalls and bookstore on display.  Explore the books from This is Book Love an award-winning collective and bookstore curating and showcasing and bringing together the best multicultural content the world of arts has to offer Schools, Nurseries, Public and corporate spaces www.thisisbooklove.com   Get Your Tickets Tickets are now on sale. Join us for our Annual trailblazing event! Only £30 including lunch!     Book now       https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/edi-frameworks-for-inclusive-organisations-measuring-impact-tickets-909290140287?aff=oddtdtcreator     https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/edi-round-table-event-and-the-six-stages-framework-conference-2024-tickets-884939155837?utm-campaign=social&utm-content=attendeeshare&utm-medium=discovery&utm-term=listing&utm-source=cp&aff=ebdsshcopyurl   Link for more Information & Testimonials about last year’s event: https://www.inclusionpsychologists.com/post/exploring-equality-diversity-and-inclusion-through-different-professional-lenses-the-six-stages-fr-2   For sponsorship opportunities or Market stalls contact Dr. Shungu at: drshungu@inclusionpsychologists.comor Dr Ama Dr. Ama Collison    Market stalls: We also have space for market stalls at a cost of £100 so if you know organisations who may be interested. Sponsorship: In terms of sponsorship, we are looking for any contribution to costs. We currently have one sponsor- Inclusivitti. https://www.inclusivitii.com/ Support with the event and donations Any help in publicising the event would be appreciated as well as any donations or sponsors. Organisers: https://www.inclusionpsychologists.com/ Dr Shungu H. M'gadzah, Six Stages Framework https://www.millennialpsychology.co.uk/ Dr Ama Collison: Millennial Psychology https://www.diversifyworld.com/ Mr Romain Muhammad: Diversify World Sponsors: Inclusivitti https://www.inclusivitii.com/ Venue: St Martin- in- the- Fields Here is the link to our online 3D tour. Take a 3D tour of our venue here: https://my.matterport.com/show/?m=74N3JkZtuq4 Best wishes,   Shungu   Dr Shungu Hilda M'gadzah Director & Lead Consultant Psychologist Inclusion Psychologists Ltd Tel: 07956 965 266   AUTHOR: Understanding & Dealing with Everyday Racism- The Six Stages Framework The Six Stages Framework Book   https://www.sixstagesframework.com   www.inclusionpsychologists.com  https://www.inclusionpsychologists.com/book-online   Psychology today directory https://www.psychologytoday.com/profile/774567   Follow me on twitter. https://twitter.com/DrShunguM   LinkedIn profile https://www.linkedin.com/in/shunguhildamgadzah/

Effective communication in the workplace is part and parcel of our daily lives, but not everyone is a natural.  Do you find it tough standing up in front of people? Does the thought of engaging with audiences in any setting fill you with anxiety? Is doing a remote video message to colleagues on Zoom or Teams a tough call? Do you do it regularly but need some professional guidance on whether it’s working? At CoComms we can improve every aspect of your performance and offer a range of tips and techniques to help manage these environments and keep your audience engaged and interested. Public Speaking and Presentation Training In a professional setting it’s vital to come across as dynamic, trustworthy, credible and real. You want people to trust you and in turn get behind your vision or plan or proposal. If you can achieve this you can improve your confidence, your engagement and your prospects. Our training is designed to hone your presentation skills so whether you are pitching for work, taking colleagues through change or speaking to a new audience, you can do it with a clarity and confidence that makes your messages clear and insightful. The training includes: Perfecting your slides Working to produce a clean, easy to navigate slide deck that give logic and flow to your presentation. Developing your storytelling We use our journalistic techniques to show you how to build a story to keep your audience engaged with a well-structured and entertaining presentation. Calls to Action Make sure it is clear what you want to achieve and what you want from your audience. Rehearse and Review We film and then playback a range of practical presentation exercises so we can review your performance and work to make any improvements. Conference and Panel Training The audience at a conference may be a captive one, but that doesn’t mean they are always listening and engaging with what you have to say. We can make sure your keynote speech or panel contribution is memorable, appreciated by your audience and beneficial to your business. Our training looks at preparing for and delivering a speech from start to finish and includes: Defining your big ideas What is it you want to say and what do you want your audience to remember? Develop your narrative and script How can you get across your message using storytelling. Choosing the right language How vibrant and energised language can make the difference in your speech. The tips and tricks to make sure your speech is memorable How vocabulary and delivery techniques ensure your words are heard. Controlling the message How to deal with unhelpful questions and return to the main aspects of your story. Stakeholder Communication Training Engaging effectively with stakeholders with clarity and confidence can make all the difference to your relationships. A successful “town hall” meeting can win over your sceptics, convince those who are unsure and build a common goal between your business and stakeholders. Our stakeholder communication training prepares you for these vital meetings and includes: Focusing the meeting We look at how to control the meeting so the important business is covered and how to prepare for any questions or comments you may receive. Keep control of the conversation We teach you conversational techniques to focus on the main points without being too assertive or dismissive. Rehearse and Review We use video and practical role-play exercises to assess your performance and look for ways to improve. Breaking down the information We look at how to present facts and figures without overwhelming (or boring!) your audience. Our techniques will help you narrate the message in a clear and comprehensive way. Making an impact Using our journalistic experience we will work with you to develop your presentation skills to make the biggest impact and demonstrate credibility and authority. Video Calls for Business The world has changed. Now is the time to ensure your business is changing too. Many in-person meetings, conferences, networking events and clients hosting are, for now, a thing of the past. These face-to-face interactions have been replaced by video calls, webinars and online events. So, how do you develop contacts, maintain relationships and manage your team in this new virtual world? How do you look and sound confident, be heard, and build trust and credibility through a computer screen? At CoComms, we are online communications experts and our years of experience in broadcasting mean we understand how to engage a virtual audience. Interactive and practical training We work with you through a variety of scenarios to analyse your performance on video calls. Feedback on your performance We offer supportive, positive feedback and share our tried and tested techniques so you can improve. Make Video Calls work for you Through our training you will become more confident, more productive and more dynamic on video calls. Contact us If you have a query regarding any of our services or would like to book a consultation for free initial advice and guidance please get in touch

The Intermediate IP CCTV training course covers the fundamentals of IP networking, different types of network topologies, a range of IP Networking tools, Network Hardware, wireless transmission systems, remote access methodologies and how to best reduce cyber vulnerability.

The Intermediate IP CCTV training course covers the fundamentals of IP networking, different types of network topologies, a range of IP Networking tools, Network Hardware, wireless transmission systems, remote access methodologies and how to best reduce cyber vulnerability.

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