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If you got a call from a TV producer asking you to appear on Newsnight, would you say ‘yes’? And if you did, could you make your argument in a way that captured the attention of the audience without being interrupted? Our media training courses are aimed at senior spokespeople and experts who give interviews on TV, radio or in print. We equip them with the skills and confidence to take control and give engaging, memorable and effective performances in which they deliver their key messages, no matter what the circumstances. Highly interactive and practical, each course includes a series of realistic print, radio and television exercises with experienced journalists. We provide immediate feedback following each interview, including techniques for improvement, advice about potential answers and the framing of key messages. While all our media training courses are bespoke, on a typical course we will cover: how the media operates how to prepare for interviews the differences between TV, radio and print interviews how to conduct different types of interview, such as pro-active, reactive, expert commentator and hostile (crisis communications) developing key messages which convey your views persuasively how to take control of an interview, stick to your own agenda and deliver key messages successfully use of language, body language, dress and delivery After the course, each delegate receives the Rough House Media Toolkit, including written feedback, recorded copies of their interview exercises, the Rough House Media Guide to Interviews and further supporting materials. We also provide a confidential assessment to the PR team of each delegate’s suitability for different types of interview. Venue We deliver courses in the most appropriate format for your circumstances – whether face to face or online. Face to face courses are portable: they can be held in purpose-built studios, at your own offices or at an external venue. In the latter two cases, we create a mock studio for the practical exercises. Online courses give you flexibility and enable you to offer training to delegates from all over the world. We have run virtual courses for people from the Far East, South Asia, North America and Europe, as well as the UK.

Peer Supervision for Clinical Hypnotherapists: Peer supervision for clinical hypnotherapists fosters professional growth through enhanced reflective practice, continuous learning, emotional support, feedback and validation, ethical guidance, networking, and professional accountability. - **Enhanced Reflective Practice**: Facilitates self-reflection, helping hypnotherapists identify strengths, weaknesses, and areas for improvement through peer discussions. - **Continuous Learning**: Expands knowledge by sharing innovative techniques, research findings, and emerging trends, promoting ongoing professional development. - **Emotional Support**: Provides a supportive space for therapists to share experiences and receive emotional support, addressing the emotional demands of the profession. - **Feedback and Validation**: Offers constructive criticism and fresh perspectives, aiding in skill refinement and improved clinical practice. - **Ethical Guidance**: Allows discussion of ethical dilemmas and collaborative solutions, ensuring adherence to professional standards. - **Networking and Collaboration**: Builds professional networks, leading to collaboration, referrals, and partnerships. - **Professional Accountability**: Encourages high standards and self-reflection through peer discussions, enhancing practice quality.

About this Training Course Oil & Gas professionals increasingly need to translate complex findings, analysis and recommendations for effective decision-making. If you face challenges in getting your findings into paper, you will benefit from this training course. The Technical Report Writing and Presentation Skills for Oil & Gas Engineers and Technical Professionals course focuses on the unique needs of technical professionals who write for both technical and non-technical readers. This separately bookable training course will demonstrate how technical professionals can use their technical knowledge and logical edge to write in a reader-friendly style, produce grammatically accurate reports and persuasively communicate for buy-in purposes. An ILM Recognised programme. Training Objectives LEARNING OUTCOMES FOR TECHNICAL REPORT WRITING SKILLS By the end of this course, participants will be able to: Write and turn-around accurate technical documents quickly to meet deadlines and productivity goals Understand how technical reports should be structured by applying a systematic approach to the writing task, involving planning, drafting, revision and production Use clear & powerful language to target and persuade readers for positive results Use tried and tested proof reading techniques to check and review documents more effectively Identify and avoid common pitfalls in technical report writing LEARNING OUTCOMES FOR TECHNICAL PRESENTATION SKILLS By the end of this course, participants will be able to: Present and sell your technical presentation more effectively both internally and externally Plan and structure your meetings and presentations for maximum effect Capture your technical and non-technical audience by delivering your presentation with power and authority Handle questions, interruptions and objections with confidence Target Audience This programme has been researched and developed for all Oil & Gas Engineers and Technical Professionals Course Level Basic or Foundation Trainer Your course leader managed the Business Skills Unit of the British Council programmes as well as oversee all training-related matters from 1997. The trainer considers himself a trainer first and specialises predominantly in high-level writing and technical report writing programmes. In addition to conducting training in Technical Writing, the trainer has also been the chief editor for many large writing projects. These include a year-long project editing the entire Start-Up Manual (including the Black Start Manual) for Nippon Oil's Helang Integrated Platform, a 4-month project rewriting the manuals for the Puteri Dulang FSO off Terengganu, and editing the current revision of the PETRONAS Procedures and Guidelines for Upstream Activities (PPGUA). POST TRAINING COACHING SUPPORT (OPTIONAL) To further optimise your learning experience from our courses, we also offer individualized 'One to One' coaching support for 2 hours post training. We can help improve your competence in your chosen area of interest, based on your learning needs and available hours. This is a great opportunity to improve your capability and confidence in a particular area of expertise. It will be delivered over a secure video conference call by one of our senior trainers. They will work with you to create a tailor-made coaching program that will help you achieve your goals faster. Request for further information post training support and fees applicable Accreditions And Affliations

The Art of Negotiation (Virtual) Confidence, rapport, curiosity, and patience are essential ingredients to successfully handling a difficult conversation and negotiation. In this course, you will learn to identify and manage aspects of a negotiation, distinguish needs from wants, and manage expectations. The course will cover communication best practices, strategies for handling difficult conversations, and the basics of the art of negotiation. What You Will Learn You'll learn how to: Master the different ways to say 'no' Determine negotiation strategies based on typical client strategies Develop solutions to break deadlocks Getting Started Introductions Course structure Course goals and objectives Establishing personal learning objectives Foundation Concepts Exercise: Most Challenging Scenarios and Outcomes Debrief: Impact versus intent Addressing customer expectations Needs versus wants Key skills for managing customer relationships o Elicitation (requirements gathering) o Communication and active listening o Sensitivity and empathy Handling Difficult Conversations Saying 'no' The Ladder of Inference 4-Step approach for handling difficult conversations Characteristics of a trusted advisor Communication Best Practices Attunement and active listening Exercise: Identifying Effective Techniques Communication pitfalls and best practices Building rapport and influence Words of wisdom Exercise: Reflection on Challenges Negotiation Strategies Negotiation basics Five phases of negotiation Identifying different strategies o Traditional versus Progressive o Hard - Soft - Principled o Exercise: Your Preferred Techniques Selecting appropriate strategy for project negotiations o Common pitfalls to avoid o The impact of culture on negotiation Looking at conflict through the lens of negotiation Exercise: Mapping a Resolution

This course will provide an opportunity to begin to understand what commercial and financial awareness means and the importance of everyone in thinking commercially.

Why Learn Vray for Maya Training Course? Course info. Become a V-Ray for Maya expert with our training course. Led by certified tutors, you'll master lighting, shading, and rendering techniques to create stunning visual effects and animations. In-person or live online sessions, access recorded lessons, and receive lifetime email support. Duration: 10 hrs Method: 1-on-1, Personalized attention. Schedule: Tailor your own schedule by pre-booking hours of your choice, available from Mon to Sat between 9 am and 7 pm. Maya - Advanced Rendering with V-Ray Course Description: VRay Course for Maya to learn advanced rendering techniques and create stunning photo-realistic renderings. Gain access to all project and source files, allowing you to practice and perfect your skills. Key Details: Advanced Rendering Techniques: Learn advanced rendering methods using V-Ray in Maya. Photo-Realistic Renderings: Create stunning, lifelike renderings that closely resemble real-world images. VRay Course: Access a detailed step-by-step instruction to master VRay rendering in Maya. Project and Source Files: Get hands-on practice with all the necessary files provided. Skill Level: Designed for intermediate to advanced Maya users seeking to enhance their rendering capabilities. Instructor-led: Benefit from expert guidance and insights from experienced instructors. Flexible Learning: Study at your own pace and convenience. Realistic Visuals: Take your rendering skills to the next level and achieve professional-grade results. Course Modules: Module 1: Introduction to Vray for Maya (2 hours) Understand Vray's significance and benefits in Maya Install and set up Vray for Maya Familiarize with the Vray interface and workflow Learn about Vray materials and their usage in Maya Module 2: Lighting with Vray (2 hours) Explore various lighting techniques with Vray in Maya Work with different types of Vray lights and their settings Create outdoor scenes with Vray sun and sky Utilize Vray dome lighting for interior scenes Introduction to IES lights and their usage in Vray for Maya Module 3: Vray Camera (2 hours) Master Vray camera settings and their impact on the render Control exposure and use Vray depth of field Create camera animations with Vray for dynamic shots Utilize Vray frame buffer for post-processing Module 4: Vray Materials (2 hours) Understand Vray material properties and settings Create realistic materials using Vray Save and organize custom Vray material libraries Utilize Vray material overrides for efficient changes Module 5: Vray Rendering and Post Production (2 hours) Optimize Vray rendering settings for high-quality output Render still images and animations using Vray Enhance Vray renders in Photoshop with post-production techniques Utilize Vray frame buffer for fine-tuning the render Composit Vray render elements in Photoshop for added control Reduce noise in renders with Vray denoiser V-Ray for Maya Trial - Free Download Chaos Group https://www.chaos.com â€º vray › maya › free-trial V-Ray for Maya. Add realism to your VFX and animation projects. Try free for 30 days. Download trial. Master Vray for Maya to create high-quality renders. Apply various lighting techniques for realistic and visually appealing scenes. Control Vray camera settings and create dynamic shots. Create and customize realistic Vray materials for 3D scenes. Optimize rendering settings for high-quality output. Enhance renders with post-production techniques in Photoshop. Establish an efficient workflow with Vray in Maya. Gain hands-on experience and access valuable resources for further practice.

Why Choose 3D AutoCAD Basics to Advanced Training Course? Students learn how to create and modify both solid and surface models. This AutoCAD Training course also teaches students how to present their designs in 3D products and designs. Check our Website Duration: 16 hours Approach: 1-on-1, Book your own day and time. We are open Monday to Saturday 9 am to 7 pm.  How to Book this course? Call us on 02077202581 and we will book the dates and times you like. Flexible Schedule: 1-on-1 Face to Face or Live Online. AutoCAD 3D Training: Comprehensive Course Overview Exploration of 3D Modeling and Imaging Generating 3D Drawings Navigating the 3D Modeling Workspace Crafting 3D Shapes using Solid Tools Extruding Polylines into 3D Forms Isolating Coordinates with Point Filters Navigating and Orienting Your Model Achieving Visual Effects Converting 3D Views into 2D AutoCAD Drawings Advanced 3D Techniques Setting Up AutoCAD for 3D Mastering the User Coordinate System Leveraging UCS Options Utilizing Viewports for 3D Drawing Employing Array Tools Crafting Complex 3D Surfaces Constructing Spiral Forms Developing Surface Models Manipulating Objects in 3D Space Rendering and Visualization of 3D Drawings Introduction to Rendering Rapid Rendering Techniques Simulating Sunlight and Shadows Application and Adjustment of Materials Creating Effects with Lights and Materials Texture Mapping and Adjustments Exploration of Rendering Options Enhancing Views with Cameras Printing Rendered Drawings Simulating Natural Lighting Editing and Visualizing 3D Solids Overview of Solid Modeling Creation of Basic and Complex Solids Editing Solid Forms Improving the 2D Drawing Process Visualization and Analysis of Solids Exploration of 3D Mesh and Surface Modeling Introduction to 3D Meshes and Surfaces Creation and Editing of 3D Meshes Crafting Mesh Surfaces Conversion of Meshes to Solids Understanding and Editing 3D Surfaces Customization of Interface and Tools Customization of Workspaces Personalization of the User Interface Creation of Macros in Tools and Menus Working with Expanded Text Boxes Saving and Managing Customizations Exploration of the Diesel Macro Language Designing Custom Linetypes and Hatch Patterns Management and Sharing of Your Drawings Sharing Drawings Online ePublishing Your Work Managing Drawings with DesignCenter and Tool Palettes Exploring the Drawing Library with Content Explorer Establishment of Office Standards Conversion of Layer Settings https://www.autodesk.co.uk  Download a free 30-day trial of AutoCAD Learning outcomes after completing the AutoCAD 3D course. Professional Presentation: Create dynamic walkthroughs and presentations that effectively communicate your 3D models and designs. Certification: Obtain a certification as proof of your proficiency in AutoCAD 3D modeling, validating your skills in the industry. Mastery of 3D Modeling: Possess comprehensive skills, from fundamental concepts to advanced techniques in 3D modeling. Enhanced Career Prospects: Improve your career opportunities and prospects in various design-related fields such as architecture, engineering, and product design. Realistic Rendering: Be able to create highly realistic visualizations that enhance the quality of your designs. Practical Hands-On Experience: Gain practical experience and confidence in 3D modeling through extensive hands-on practice. Personalized Learning: Benefit from one-on-one attention and tailored training to meet your specific learning needs and pace. Lifetime Email Support: Continue to receive assistance and guidance through lifetime email support, ensuring you are supported even after completing the course. 3D AutoCAD Training Courses Gain confidence and proficiency in AutoCAD. Discover the fundamentals of 3D modeling and object creation in this introductory AutoCAD 3D course. Booking Your Training Course: Experience personalized training with our adaptable 1-on-1 sessions. You have the freedom to customize your schedule by reserving a convenient hour at your discretion. Our booking slots are available from Monday to Saturday, spanning from 9 a.m. to 7 p.m. You can also reach us at 02077202581 to make a booking over the phone. Course Duration: 10 hours "You have the flexibility to divide these 10 hours across multiple days to suit your ideal schedule." Training Method: 1-on-1 (In-person face-to-face or Live Online) Expect personalized attention, tailor-made content, a flexible learning pace, and dedicated individual support throughout your training journey. This hands-on course provides ample opportunities to experiment with newly acquired techniques and seek answers to your questions. Key Features: An introductory course tailored to AutoCAD 3D's essential features. Abundant one-on-one guidance and dedicated question time. Friendly expert trainers, small class sizes, and a comfortable learning environment. Comprehensive course materials and additional resources. Ongoing support and assistance with post-course challenges. What Will You Learn? This course will equip you with the foundational knowledge and workflows necessary to create 3D models within AutoCAD 3D. You will delve into the creation and modification of both solid and surface models. Upon completion, you will be able to: Effortlessly fashion intricate shapes by combining simple elements. Precisely extract geometries and dimensions from your creations. Easily customize the view and presentation style of your objects. Is This Course Right for You? No prior experience with AutoCAD 3D is required. This course caters to individuals proficient in working with 2D objects who aspire to construct 3D models of their designs. Gain proficiency in the fundamental tools and functionalities to create precise and professional 2D and 3D drawings, advancing to more complex techniques. Enhanced Efficiency: Discover time-saving strategies, tips, and workflows that will boost your productivity and streamline your design process within AutoCAD 3D. Versatility in Design: Develop the skills needed to undertake a wide range of projects, from architectural plans and engineering drawings to mechanical components and electrical schematics. 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PRINCE2 Agile® Practitioner: In-House Training PRINCE2 Agile® Practitioner is a solution combining the flexibility and responsiveness of Agile with the clearly defined framework of PRINCE2®. PRINCE2 Agile® framework covers a wide range of agile concepts, including SCRUM, Kanban, and Lean Startup. The PRINCE2 Agile® Practitioner certification teaches you to blend structure, governance, and control with agile methods, techniques, and approaches. The strength of PRINCE2® lies in the areas of project direction and project management, whereas Agile has a very strong focus on product delivery. When PRINCE2® and agile are combined, project direction, project management, and project delivery are optimized to create a complete project management solution. PRINCE2 Agile® is an extension module tailored for forward-thinking organizations and individuals already benefiting from PRINCE2®. It provides further guidance on how to apply agile methods to the world's most recognized project management method. The purpose of the Practitioner qualification is to demonstrate that you can apply and tailor PRINCE2 Agile® in a scenario situation. What you will Learn Understand the basic concepts of common agile ways of working Understand the purpose and context for combining PRINCE2® and the agile way of working Able to apply and evaluate the focus areas to a project in an agile context Able to fix and flex the aspects of a project in an agile context Apply the PRINCE2® principles and tailor the themes, processes, and management products to a project in an agile context To learn through the use of theory and practical exercises Prepare for the PRINCE2 Agile® Practitioner exam Benefits Agile methods allow organizations to realize the benefits of products and potentially an earlier return on investment while products are being developed and improved Improved communication through the use of common terminology across PRINCE2® and agile disciplines Develop a clear definition of how agile can govern a project's delivery, while PRINCE2® governs projects as a whole Seamless integration: PRINCE2 Agile® will complementPMBOK® GuideandAPM Body of Knowledge® just as PRINCE2® does currently. It will also be of interest for Program Managers with MSP® who need to understand how projects relate to the delivery mechanism. The most up-to-date and relevant view of Agile project management methodologies, PRINCE2 Agile® references the 'flow-based' working featured in Kanban in addition to other agile concepts not covered in other qualifications Agile Overview & Blending PRINCE2 and Agile Agile overview Blending PRINCE2 and Agile Fix and Flex, Agile and PRINCE2 Processes & Starting a Project Fix and Flex Agile and the PRINCE2 Processes; Starting up a project and Initiating a project Business case theme Change and Organization Themes& Principles Change theme Organization theme Agile and PRINCE2 Principles and the Agilometer Managing Product Delivery and Scrum & Plans and Progress Themes Managing product delivery and Scrum Plans Theme and Progress Theme Quality, Controlling & Managing a Stage and Directing Projects and Contracts Quality Theme Controlling a stage and Frequent Releases Managing a stage boundary Directing a project and contracts Closing a project Tailoring PRINCE2 Productsand Other Practices Tailoring PRINCE2 products and other practices

The Art of Negotiation: In-House Training Confidence, rapport, curiosity, and patience are essential ingredients to successfully handling a difficult conversation and negotiation. In this course, you will learn to identify and manage aspects of a negotiation, distinguish needs from wants, and manage expectations. The course will cover communication best practices, strategies for handling difficult conversations, and the basics of the art of negotiation. What you Will Learn Master the different ways to say 'no' Determine negotiation strategies based on typical client strategies Develop solutions to break deadlocks Getting Started Introductions Course structure Course goals and objectives Establishing personal learning objectives Foundation Concepts Exercise: Most Challenging Scenarios and Outcomes Debrief: Impact versus intent Addressing customer expectations Needs versus wants Key skills for managing customer relationships Elicitation (requirements gathering) Communication and active listening Sensitivity and empathy Handling Difficult Conversations Saying 'no' The Ladder of Inference 4-Step approach for handling difficult conversations Characteristics of a trusted advisor Communication Best Practices Attunement and active listening Exercise: Identifying Effective Techniques Communication pitfalls and best practices Building rapport and influence Words of wisdom Exercise: Reflection on Challenges Negotiation Strategies Negotiation basics Five phases of negotiation Identifying different strategies Traditional versus Progressive Hard - Soft - Principled Exercise: Your Preferred Techniques Selecting appropriate strategy for project negotiations Common pitfalls to avoid The impact of culture on negotiation Looking at conflict through the lens of negotiation Exercise: Mapping a Resolution