Legal Writing and Drafting Skills Why Attend There is a misconception that legal writing and legal drafting is the same but there is a substantial difference between the two. While legal writing typically deals with persuasive documents such as court briefs and legal letters, legal drafting involves creating documents such as contracts. They are both equally important in legal practice. Legal writing is an important skill needed in every practice area of law. Words are used to advocate, inform, persuade and instruct. Are you giving the right impression? Are your clients receiving the right message? This course focuses on clear legal writing for a global audience. Effective communication with English speaking lawyers is about more than simply words. It entails understanding the unique way these speakers think and approach the legal, political, and business world. Did you know that most international commercial agreements are drafted in English, irrespective of the nationality of the contracting parties. Drafting contract skills is ideal for lawyers working in English as a foreign language who need to draft, explain or interpret contract clauses written in English. During the course, delegates will look at a wide variety of commercial agreements through to practical drafting sessions. This course will help participants to draft confidently and effectively in English regardless of the governing law. This is a practical course with many exercises and examples in order to achieve an interactive and stimulating outcome. The course's activities involve the production of typical work-place legal documents. Course Methodology The course consists of group discussions as well as individual and team tasks. There will be writing practice throughout the exercises. Course Objectives By the end of the course, participants will be able to: Apply plain English style of writing to all legal documents Recognize the need for legal clarity in different types of legal documents: legal letters, emails, memorandum and opinions Apply good legal writing practice Demonstrate the register of legal writing Correct common mistakes in legal writing Dispense and deal with pitfalls and issues relating to the use of legal jargon Proofread effectively Target Audience This course is for lawyers, legal secretaries, commercial managers, contract managers and anyone who must draft, amend or update contracts, legal letters and legal opinion. The course is suitable for non-native English speakers looking for a better understanding of English legal terms. Target Competencies Drafting letters Proofreading Writing in plain English Understanding legal terms Legal writing practice Note The Dubai Government Legal Affairs Department has introduced a Continuing Legal Professional Development (CLPD) programme to legal consultants authorised to practice through a licensed firm in the Emirate of Dubai. We are proud to announce that the Dubai Government Legal Affairs Department has accredited EMG Associates as a CLPD provider. In addition, all our legal programmes have been approved. Legal Drafting Signs of a well drafted contract: The simple rules! The language of drafting: Will v Shall v Must Identifying the legal formalities for a binding contract Structure and formation of a commercial contract: follow the formula and you won't go wrong The importance of Boilerplate clauses: No waiver Notices Assignment v Novation Governing v Jurisdiction Force majeure - are we covered for viruses (covid19)? Dispute resolution clause: Litigation v Arbitration v Mediation The preliminary documents in international transaction - using Heads of Terms effectively Vague words and expressions in commercial contracts- know the pitfalls! Best endeavors v All reasonable endeavors v reasonable endeavors Overview of cross border contracts: Distribution v Joint venture v Agency agreements Share Purchase Agreements Warranties and indemnities Allocating risks and liabilities between the buyer and seller Negotiating warranties from a Share Purchase Agreement Plain English in Legal Correspondence Good legal writing practice Moving from legalese to Plain English Unnecessary archaic and meaningless phrases Collocations Importance of collocations in legal writing Pitfalls and issues relating to the use of legal jargon in legal writing Writing short emails Writing long emails Writing formal emails Writing A Legal Letter Layout of a letter Body of a letter Putting a letter together The register of letter writing Typical sentences in legal letters The letter writing clinic: looking at the ten most common problems Rewriting letters Rewriting informal sentences to modern alternatives Correcting common mistakes in letter writing Legal Writing Troubleshooting The problem of English idioms Rephrasing English idioms Easily confused words Cutting unnecessary words Use of consistent terminology Ambiguity: how to avoid it Vagueness: how to avoid it Misuse of preposition in dates Problem words Constantly litigated words Rewriting sentences to remove gender specific language
Duration 1 Days 6 CPD hours This course is intended for This course is intended for people who have a basic understanding of Microsoft© Outlook© and want to know how to use its advanced features to manage their email communications, calendar events, contact information, search functions, and other communication tasks. Overview In this course, you will use Outlook?s advanced features to customize and manage your email communications, including using advanced features to organize emails; managing calendar settings and options; managing contact information; scheduling tasks; and managing Outlook archives and data file settings. You will: Insert objects in messages, and modify properties and global options. Organize, search, and manage messages. Protect your mailbox and manage its size. Use rules and Quick Steps to automate message management. Work with advanced calendar settings. Import and forward contacts. Assign delegate permissions and share Outlook items with others. Archive and back up Outlook items using data files. In this course, you will customize command sets, configure mail accounts, set global options, perform advanced searches, apply filters to intercept mail and control spam, create rules to automate mail management tasks, work with calendars and contacts, manage tasks, preserve data with archives and data files, as well as share and delegate access to your Outlook items. In short, you'll work with a wide range of features and options and, in so doing, understand why Outlook is a leading personal management system.This course builds upon the foundational knowledge presented in the Microsoft© Outlook© for Office 365? (Desktop or Online): Part 1 course and will help you customize a communication system well-suited to your work style.This course covers Microsoft Office Specialist Program exam objectives to help you prepare for the Outlook Associate (Office 365 and Office 2019): Exam MO-400 . Modifying Message Properties and Customizing Outlook Topic A: Insert Hyperlinks and Symbols Topic B: Modify Message Properties Topic C: Add Email Accounts to Outlook Topic D: Customize Outlook Options Organizing, Searching, and Managing Messages Topic A: Group and Sort Messages Topic B: Filter and Manage Messages Topic C: Search Outlook Items Managing Your Mailbox Topic A: Manage Junk Email Options Topic B: Manage Your Mailbox Size Automating Message Management Topic A: Use Automatic Replies Topic B: Use Rules to Organize Messages Topic C: Create and Use Quick Steps Working with Calendar Settings Topic A: Set Advanced Calendar Options Topic B: Create and Manage Additional Calendars Topic C: Manage Meeting Responses Managing Contacts Topic A: Import and Export Contacts Topic B: Use Electronic Business Cards Topic C: Forward Contacts Sharing Outlook Items Topic A: Assign and Manage Tasks Topic B: Share Your Calendar Topic C: Share Your Contacts Managing Outlook Data Files Topic A: Use Archiving to Manage Mailbox Size Topic B: Work with Outlook Data Files
Duration 1 Days 6 CPD hours This course is intended for This course is intended for those with a basic understanding of Microsoft© Windows© and who need to know how to use Outlook as an email client to manage their email communications, calendar events, contact information, and other communication tasks. Overview In this course, you will use Outlook to compose and handle your email communications and also manage your calendar, contacts, and tasks.You will:Navigate Outlook to read and respond to email.Use the Address Book and format and spell check new messages.Attach files and insert illustrations to messages.Customize read and response options.Use flags, categories, and folders to organize messages.Create and work with Contacts.Create appointments and schedule meetings in Calendar.Create and work with Tasks and Notes. In this course, you will use Outlook to send, receive, and manage email messages, manage your contact information, schedule appointments and meetings, create tasks and notes for yourself, and customize the Outlook interface to suit your working style.This course covers the Microsoft Office Specialist Program exam objectives to help you prepare for the Outlook Associate (Office 365 and Office 2019): Exam MO-400 certification exam. Getting Started with Outlook Topic A: Navigate the Outlook Interface Topic B: Work with Messages Topic C: Access Outlook Help Topic D: Outlook on the Web Formatting Messages Topic A: Add Message Recipients Topic B: Check Spelling and Grammar Topic C: Format Message Content Working with Attachments and Illustrations Topic A: Attach Files and Items Topic B: Add Illustrations to Messages Topic C: Manage Automatic Message Content Customizing Message Options Topic A: Customize Reading Options Topic B: Track Messages Topic C: Recall and Resend Messages Organizing Messages Topic A: Mark Messages Topic B: Organize Messages Using Folders Managing Contacts Topic A: Create and Edit Contacts Topic B: View and Print Contacts Working with the Calendar Topic A: View the Calendar Topic B: Create Appointments Topic C: Schedule Meetings Topic D: Print the Calendar Working with Tasks and Notes Topic A: Create Tasks Topic B: Create Notes Additional course details: Nexus Humans Microsoft Outlook for Office 365 (Desktop or Online) - Part 1 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 Microsoft Outlook for Office 365 (Desktop or Online) - Part 1 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 5 Days 30 CPD hours This course is intended for This class is designed for email digital marketers who manage the email channel for their organization. Whether you are new to Marketing Cloud or looking for tips on how to improve your existing customer journeys, this class is a great place to start. No prior knowledge of Marketing Cloud is needed. Overview When you complete this course, you will be able to: Explain compliance concepts to ensure optimal deliverability. Use tools within Marketing Cloud to uphold deliverability standards. Utilize Email Design best practices to ensure the best customer experience. Develop effective, relevant messages using Content Builder. Design and test different delivery methods and options when sending an email message. Design and execute customer journeys using automation tools within Marketing Cloud. Differentiate the use cases for different automation activities in Automation Studio and Journey Builder. Define fundamental data management and structure terminology. Use data segmentation tools to create targeted emails. Apply a simple data model concept to a real-world scenario. Define subscriber statuses, unsubscribe methods, and preferences. Analyze marketing campaigns using common KPIs. Solve a common marketing problem using troubleshooting guidance. Prioritize testing methods and tools to ensure quality control. Explain fundamental account and sending administration. Know where to go for more information, guidance, and support. Describe capabilities across the platform. Start your journey to becoming a Marketing Cloud Specialist. In this 5-day, expert-led class, you will learn how to build customer journeys within Marketing Cloud. Our team of Marketing Cloud pros will walk you through best practices related to executing, monitoring, and analyzing your journeys, arming you with the tools and know-how to design personalized journeys and engage with your customers in a whole new way. Course Outline Introduction to Salesforce Marketing Cloud Administration Subscriber and Data Management Email Message Design and Creation Message Testing, Delivery, and Email Marketing Best Practices Marketing Automation Analytics and Troubleshooting Summary
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.
This one-day introduction workshop is intended for users who need to get to grips with the essentials of Microsoft Outlook. It will provide you with the basic skills you need to effectively start using Outlook to manage your emails, calendar, contacts, tasks and notes. This course will help participants: Send messages with added email options applied Quickly file messages away for safe keeping Manage messages and attachments Organise calendar meetings and check other people's schedules Respond to a meeting request Create a contacts list Manage daily tasks Use reading and folder panes Create and manage folders Use auto reply Use notes Utilise Outlook's printing functionality 1 Getting started Using the reading pane Using the folder pane Changing inbox views Managing the to-do bar 2 Emailing messages Replying to and forwarding messages Adding message options Attaching files to an email message Opening and saving attachments 3 Outlook folders Creating and managing folders Moving messages into folders Adding folders to favourites Using search folder Always moving messages in conversation Automatically move messages with rules 4 Managing messages Using instant search Finding messages by criteria Grouping and sorting messages Categorising messages Adding message follow up flags Filtering messages with the people pane 5 Using auto reply Replying to messages whilst you are away Managing auto reply settings Applying rules to auto reply 6 Outlook calendars Adding and editing appointments Adding calendar reminders Moving and copying appointments Creating all day events Recurring appointments Sharing your calendar Opening another user's calendar 7 Planning a meeting Arranging meetings Inviting attendees to meetings Responding to meeting invites 8 Outlook contacts Creating and editing a contact Saving emails as contacts Finding contacts Sending messages to contacts Creating contact groups 9 Adding tasks Creating and editing tasks Completing tasks Assigning a task to another user Responding to a task request 10 Notes Creating and editing tasks Emailing notes Sticking notes on your desktop 11 Printing Printing messages Printing calendars Printing contacts
Today, every individual and organisation is a publisher. You want everyone in your organisation to be a potential ambassador. And every employee has something to gain from raising their profile and showcasing their expertise. An effective content strategy allows you to deliver compelling stories to your audience in the most seamless way possible to make an emotional connection. This requires a mix of passion for the subject matter, a deep relationship with your audience, robust production processes, and the right tools. With a background in journalism and technology, we’ve worked on many projects that combine the two – including overseeing the iPad edition launches for Condé Nast in the UK, product ownership of a Digital Asset Manager for Condé Nast International, and developing and delivering content training for telco VEON. Publishers and brands we’ve worked with include WIRED, Time Out, GQ, Vanity Fair and Vogue – as well as solo entrepreneurs and startups who are trying to cut through the noise and get their message heard. In this course we'll cover the key elements of an effective content strategy: how to plan across multiple platforms, and how to implement your blueprint without exhausting yourself or your team. Sample learning content Session 1: Planning a content strategy Mapping and understanding your audiences. Defining your content objectives, for you or your organisation. Common pitfalls with poorly targeted content. Session 2: A content creation framework Finding ideas to generate a consistent stream of content. Idenitfying angles that will help you stand out from the crowd. Using different formats across multiple channels. Session 3: Keeping it going Simple processes to help hit deadlines and publish regularly. Balancing content creation and content creation. Creating a mix of evergreen and timely content. Session 4: Measurement and iteration Useful (and useless) metrics for content producers. Handling comments and joining the conversation. Iterating your content strategy based on feedback. Delivery We deliver our courses over Zoom, to maximise flexibility. The training can be delivered in a single day, or across multiple sessions. All of our courses are live and interactive – every session includes a mix of formal tuition and hands-on exercises. To ensure this is possible, the number of attendees is capped at 16 people. Tutor Alan Rutter is the founder of Fire Plus Algebra. He is a specialist in communicating complex subjects through data visualisation, writing and design. He teaches for General Assembly and runs in-house training for public sector clients including the Home Office, the Department of Transport, the Biotechnology and Biological Sciences Research Council, the Health Foundation, and numerous local government and emergency services teams. He previously worked with Guardian Masterclasses on curating and delivering new course strands, including developing and teaching their B2B data visualisation courses. He oversaw the iPad edition launches of Wired, GQ, Vanity Fair and Vogue in the UK, and has worked with Condé Nast International as product owner on a bespoke digital asset management system for their 11 global markets. Testimonial “The EMpower Network commissioned the content creation workshop to understand how to communicate effectively with a wide range of stakeholders. In light of covid-19, it’s more important than ever to communicate clearly especially as we’ve moved to remote meetings. The workshop was very insightful and Alan was a very engaging speaker making sure all attendees contributed and worked through real-life examples. Attendees praised the usefulness of the workshop and especially liked the content generation framework with one saying 'It has changed the way I think about communicating and given me a toolkit that I will use in both my work and personal projects'.” Shade Nathaniel-Ayodele | EMpower Network, Southwark Council
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.
Duration 5 Days 30 CPD hours This course is intended for This course is intended for Cisco Unified Communications system channel partners and resellers who are responsible for deployment and application engineering for Cisco Unified Contact Center Express customers, System and technical support engineers, Day 1 and Day 2 support personnel, and Customers deploying and maintaining Cisco Unified CCX Overview Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to create utilize advanced techniques in scripting and Cisco Unified CCX functionality The student will explore advanced techniques in scripting and Cisco Unified CCX functionality. During this five day class students will use advanced scripting to implement features that extend the functionality of Cisco Unified CCX. Cisco Unified CCX Overview Components of the Cisco Unified CCX Environment. Gateways. Routers. Cisco Unified Communications Manager. Cisco Unified CCX. Script Editor. Cisco Finesse. Cisco Unified Intelligence Center. Cisco Unified CCX Agent. External Servers. Cisco Unified CCX System Cluster Components. Engine. Database Server. Call Flow Terms. The Call Flow. The Debug Process Reactive. Non-Reactive Prompt Recording Utilities Prompt Recorder Emergency Message Recorder Basic ACD Routing Review Script Steps used in a Simple ACD Routing Script. Resource Group Routing. Defining the Contact Service Queue. Create a Simple ACD routing script Common Scripting Concepts Prompt Management. Using the Default Script. Terminating a Call and Ending a Script. Abandon Rates. Exception Handling. Script Interruptions. Check Agent Availability before and after entering queue. Using Java Methods for Holiday and Time of Day routing Accessing an External Database Database architecture and supported databases. Setting up the Database Subsystem. Using Database script steps Skills Based Routing Appling skills to agents. Defining the Contact Service Queue. Specifying the CSQ in the Script Advanced ACD Routing Overflow Routing. When to Overflow. How to get the Data Needed for Making Decisions. Describe Methods of Overflowing Basic ACD Callback Options Setup the Email Subsystem. Script for Email Notification. Script for Leaving a Recorded Message. Script for Callback when Queue Times have Decreased Enterprise Data and Session Management Define Enterprise Data in Cisco Finesse. Define a Call Variable Layout in Cisco Finesse. Define ECC Variables in the script editor. Set Enterprise Data in the script. Define Session Management. Setup Session Management. Use Session Management to Pass Variable Information Between Scripts Advanced ACD Callback Options Leave Queued Message with an Option for Callback. Scheduled Callback
Duration 5 Days 30 CPD hours This course is intended for This course is designed for API developers. Overview Configure services in Cloud Manager for an on-premises installation of API Connect Create a catalog and Developer Portal Create consumer and provider organizations Create, test, and publish SOAP, REST, and GraphQL APIs Create message processing policies that transform API requests and responses Authorize client API requests with security definitions Enforce an OAuth flow with an OAuth 2.0 API security provider Perform advanced testing of APIs by using the Test tab and the Local Test Environment Define products and plans in API Manager Stage, publish, version, migrate, deprecate, and retire products and APIs Manage member roles and permissions in the Developer Portal Create an application and subscribe to a plan Review API analytics in the Developer Portal Review analytics dashboards and visualizations in API Manager Customize the Developer Portal This course teaches you how to configure a newly built API Connect 10 environment. You are taught how to configure a catalog with the gateway, portal, and analytics services and set up the environment for API development. You then define API interfaces according to the OpenAPI specification. You build SOAP and REST based APIs along with a GraphQL API. You assemble message processing policies and define client authorization schemes, such as OAuth 2.0, in the API definition. You verify the proper sequencing of policies in the assembly tester and further test your APIs in the new Test tab and Local Test Environment. After building and testing your APIs, you publish them and make them available on the Developer Portal. You manage all aspects of the provider organization in the API Manager user interface to create, publish, version, and retire API artifacts such as products, plans and APIs themselves. You also learn how to manage consumer organizations who use the APIs that are made available on the Developer Portal. You learn how to add members to the consumer organization that provides access to the APIs on the Developer Portal. You learn how the layout of the Developer Portal can be customized. Finally, you call the APIs on the secure gateway and you view the graphs and metrics of API usage. Course Outline Introduction to IBM API Connect V10 Exercise: Reviewing the API Connect development and runtime environments Managing catalogs and organizations Exercise: Managing catalogs and consumer organizations Defining APIs in API Manager Exercise: Defining an API that calls an existing SOAP service Defining a REST API in API Manager Exercise: Defining a REST API from a target service Assembling message processing policies Exercise: Assembling message processing policies Declaring client authorization requirements Creating an OAuth 2.0 provider Exercise: Implementing OAuth 2.0 security Testing and debugging APIs Exercise: Introduction to the Test tab Creating and testing a GraphQL API Exercise: Creating and testing a GraphQL API Testing an API in the Local Test Environment Exercise: Testing an API in the Local Test Environment Publishing and managing products and APIs Exercise: Define and publish an API product The product lifecycle Exercise: Subscribing and testing APIs in the Developer Portal Exercise: Managing and approving API Products Subscribing and testing APIs in the Developer Portal API Analytics Exercise: Calling an API on the gateway and monitoring API usage Customizing the Developer Portal Exercise: Customizing the Developer Portal Additional course details: Nexus Humans WD515G Create, Secure, and Publish APIs with IBM API Connect 10 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 WD515G Create, Secure, and Publish APIs with IBM API Connect 10 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.