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Bids and proposals (In-House)

By The In House Training Company

This workshop will help you improve the impact, clarity, accuracy and effectiveness of your sales proposals. It takes bid and proposal teams right through the process, from start to finish - from forming the team and gathering the information, through to writing and reviewing the proposal document, and on to presenting it to the client. The learning points shared in the programme come from the trainer's extensive real-world experience with a wide variety of businesses. As a result of attending this programme, participants will be able to: Write more clearly, more grammatically and more persuasively Structure their written communications more effectively Avoid the 'howlers' that can cost you business Impress your clients Win more business 1 Bid strategy How to combine your knowledge of the market or customer, your products and services, and your competitors, to create a quality bid New insights into your comparative advantages and competitive position in the marketplace Understanding more about how your client views you and other suppliers A plan of attack to build on your strengths and attack the weaknesses of your competition Dealing with RFP/ITT situations 2 Teamwork How a bid or proposal team needs to prioritise and manage preparation time Co-ordinating input from team members Agreeing responsibilities 3 The importance and role of a well-written sales proposal Why bother? - the value of the sales proposal to you and to the customer What the customer wants and needs to make a decision in your favour Understanding and delivering on customer expectations Review and discussion of different proposals - with real-life examples 4 The best way to structure your sales proposals A section-by-section, page-by-page review of best practice in structuring great sales proposals How to improve the way you match your proposal to the customer's objectives and requirements Plan your sales documents systematically - to make them easy to read and more persuasive How to make your proposal look like the 'least risky' option 5 Making your proposal a compelling and persuasive proposition Choosing the right words that sell effectively Selecting the right content and information for your document or proposal Using an option matrix to summarise complex choices and increase final order value How to write an executive summary 6 Well-written and error-free Developing your writing style for maximum impact Expressing the content (ie, selling points) clearly, concisely and correctly Proof-reading and editing work effectively, using formal marks and techniques Improving visual layout, format and appearance Keeping it customer-focused 7 Presenting to the client - overview Presentation options Understanding the client's objectives - as well as your own The proposal review meeting - logistics Managing to the next step Designing and delivering a compelling presentation Isolating objections and concerns Follow-up and follow-through 8 Positioning your final proposal Finalising your bid - presenting the right 'best few' USPs, features and benefits and making them relevant and real to the customer Smart ways to position price and be a strong player - without being the cheapest How to differentiate yourselves by how you present, as well as what you present How to design and deliver a successful bid presentation 9 Bid presentation practice session with structured feedback Participants work in small groups or pairs to prepare and later present a sample section from a real life bid or proposal presentation The trainer will provide assistance and input During group review and discussions, input from others will be encouraged and many best practice ideas summarised 10 Managing the end game How best to draw-out, understand, isolate and answer customer objections, negotiate points and concerns How to read the situation to plan the next step Identifying negotiation tactics - and how to deal with them Planning for a negotiation and how to get the customer feel they have the 'best deal' 11 Workshop summary and close

Bids and proposals (In-House)
Delivered in Harpenden or UK Wide or OnlineFlexible Dates
Price on Enquiry

Ballet Beginners (3 - 5 yrs)

By DanceWithUs

Hello little stars and welcome to our Ballet Beginners Dance Class, lovingly designed for our tiniest dancers aged between 3 and 5. Ready to dip your toes into the magical world of ballet and take your first dance steps? If your heart is saying a big "Yes!", then we are thrilled to welcome you on board! Ballet is more than just a dance form; it's an enchanting story told through movement and grace. Our Ballet Beginners class is a gentle introduction to this beautiful dance style. From the moment your little one steps into our ballet studio, they'll be embarking on an exciting journey of discovery and growth. In our class, we'll start with the very basics of ballet. We'll be learning essential dance steps, from the lovely "plié" to the elegant "relevé". Our caring and professional instructors will guide your child through these first steps, ensuring they learn in a nurturing and fun environment. But ballet is about more than just dance steps. We'll also be focusing on balance, coordination, and posture, helping to develop muscle strength and flexibility. Through a variety of fun activities and exercises, your child will not only become a budding ballet dancer but also develop as a confident little mover! Yet, Ballet Beginners is not just about learning ballet. We believe that dance is a powerful tool for building life skills. Through ballet, your child will boost their self-esteem, learn to express themselves, and even develop discipline and patience. Each step, twirl, and leap is a step towards confidence and self-belief! Friendship is another delightful aspect of our class. Your child will make wonderful friends who share their love for ballet. They'll form bonds that go beyond the dance studio, creating beautiful memories along the way. So, pull on your little ballet slippers, tiny dancers! It's time to twirl, leap, and discover the joy of ballet in our Ballet Beginners class. We can't wait to guide you on this exciting journey. Remember, ballet is about expressing yourself, developing grace, and most importantly, enjoying the journey. So, let's step, leap, and love the ballet beat together in our Ballet Beginners class! See you at the barre!

Ballet Beginners (3 - 5 yrs)
Delivered In-PersonFlexible Dates
£10

Teen Commercial Dance (11 - 16 yrs)

By DanceWithUs

Hello to our future dance superstars! Welcome to our Teen Commercial Dance Class, thoughtfully tailored for our energetic teenagers aged between 10 and 16. Are you ready to dive into the vibrant world of commercial dance, mastering styles like hip-hop, breaking, and K-pop? If that fills your heart with a rhythmic pulse, we're absolutely thrilled to embark on this dance journey with you! Commercial dance is a captivating mix of diverse urban dance styles, each with its unique flair. It's about self-expression, owning the dance floor, and above all, revelling in the joy of dance! Our Teen Commercial class is your golden ticket to this dynamic dance universe. As soon as you stride into our energetic dance studio, you'll be diving into an exhilarating journey of rhythm, energy, and movement. Our class hones in on a broad spectrum of urban dance techniques. We'll get down to the beats of hip-hop, conquer the power moves in breaking, and sway to the irresistible rhythms of K-pop. Our skilled and passionate instructors will ensure that each dancer learns in a nurturing, supportive, and high-energy environment. But the Teen Commercial class is not just about mastering different dance styles. We believe dance is an incredible tool for nurturing life skills. Through commercial dance, you'll boost your self-esteem, learn to communicate effectively, and develop resilience. Each hip-hop groove, breaking power move, and K-pop dance routine is a step towards self-confidence, self-expression, and resilience! The friendships you'll form in our class are just as enriching. Commercial dance thrives on teamwork and shared passion, and our class fosters a space where everyone supports each other. You'll build friendships that go beyond the dance studio, creating shared memories and experiences that will last a lifetime. So, lace up your dancing shoes, rhythm riders! It's time to break, bop, and ignite your dance passion in our Teen Commercial class. We can't wait to welcome you to the studio, ready to ride the rhythm and embark on this incredible dance adventure. Remember, commercial dance is about feeling the rhythm, expressing your unique style, and most importantly, revelling in every moment on the dance floor. Let's break, bop, and ignite our dance passion together in Teen Commercial Dance Class! See you in the studio!

Teen Commercial Dance (11 - 16 yrs)
Delivered In-PersonFlexible Dates
£10

Microsoft Project Advanced Course

4.6(12)

By PCWorkshops

dvanced Course This MS Project Advanced course is an intensive, hands-on, one-day training course, concentrating on complex calendars, complex costs, multiple baselines, multiple projects and other advanced MS Project features. This is a one day course, one a one-to-one basis, attending to individual questions and issues. Group bookings could be requested

Microsoft Project Advanced Course
Delivered Online & In-PersonFlexible Dates
FREE

Memory Masterclass

By Lovebrain

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Memory Masterclass
Delivered In-PersonFlexible Dates
FREE

Power BI - introduction to intermediate (2 days) (In-House)

By The In House Training Company

This course starts with the basics then moves seamlessly to an intermediate level. It includes a comprehensive yet balanced look at the four main components that make up Power BI Desktop: Report view, Data view, Model view, and the Power Query Editor. It also demonstrates how to use the online Power BI service. It looks at authoring tools that enables you to connect to and transform data from a variety of sources, allowing you to produce dynamic reports using a library of visualisations. Once you have those reports, the course looks at the seamless process of sharing those with your colleagues by publishing to the online Power BI service. The aim of this course is to provide a strong understanding of the Power BI analysis process, by working with real-world examples that will equip you with the necessary skills to start applying your knowledge straight away. 1 Getting started The Power BI process Launching Power BI Desktop The four views of Power BI Dashboard visuals 2 Connecting to files Connect to data sources Connect to an Excel file Connect to a CSV file Connect to a database Import vs. DirectQuery Connect to a web source Create a data table 3 Transforming data The process of cleaning data Column data types Remove rows with filters Add a custom column Append data to a table Fix error issues Basic maths operations 4 Build a data model Table relationships Manage table relationships 5 Merge queries Table join kinds Merging tables 6 Create report visualisations Creating map visuals Formatting maps Creating chart visuals Formatting chart Tables, matrixes, and cards Control formatting with themes Filter reports with slicers Reports for mobile devices Custom online visuals Export report data to Excel 7 The power query editor Fill data up and down Split columns by delimiter Add conditional columns Merging columns 8 The M formula Creating M functions Create an IF function Create a query group 9 Pivot and unpivot tables Pivot tables in the query editor Pivot and append tables Pivot but don't summarise Unpivot tables Append mismatched headers 10 Data modelling revisited Data model relationships Mark a calendar as a date table 11 Introduction to calculated columns New columns vs. measures Creating a new column calculation The SWITCH function 12 Introduction to DAX measures Common measure categories The SUM measure Adding measures to visuals COUNTROWS and DISINCTCOUNT functions DAX rules 13 The CALCULATE measure The syntax of CALCULATE Things of note about CALCULATE 14 The SUMX measure The SUMX measure X iterator functions Anatomy of SUMX 15 Introduction to time intelligence Importance of a calendar table A special lookup table The TOTALYTD measure Change year end in TOTALYTD 16 Hierarchy, groups and formatting Create a hierarchy to drill data Compare data in groups Add conditional formatting 17 Share reports on the web Publish to the BI online service Get quick insights Upload reports from BI service Exporting report data What is Q&A? Sharing your reports 18 Apply your learning Post training recap lesson

Power BI - introduction to intermediate (2 days) (In-House)
Delivered in Harpenden or UK Wide or OnlineFlexible Dates
Price on Enquiry

MS Access Advanced Course

4.6(12)

By PCWorkshops

This MS Access Advanced Course mostly covers creating advanced MS Access reports, forms, and macros. Create and amend Advanced Forms and Advanced Reports. Macro buttons. This assists you to build user-friendly forms to facilitate effective navigation, effective data capture and effective viewing and querying data This course will help you to structure MS Access tables, import, and manage your data effectively.

MS Access Advanced Course
Delivered Online & In-PersonFlexible Dates
FREE

Power BI - introduction (2 day) (In-House)

By The In House Training Company

There is a lot to learn in Power BI, this course takes a comprehensive look at the fundamentals of analysing data and includes a balanced look at the four main components that make up Power BI Desktop: Report view, Data view, Model view, and the Power Query Editor. It also demonstrates how to utilise the online Power BI service. It looks at authoring tools that enable you to connect to and transform data from a variety of sources, allowing you to produce detailed reports through a range of visualisations, in an interactive and dynamic way. It also includes a detailed look at formulas by writing both M functions in Power Query, and DAX functions in Desktop view. This knowledge will allow you to take your reports to the next level. The aim of this course is to provide a complete introduction to understanding the Power BI analysis process, by working hands-on with examples that will equip you with the necessary skills to start applying your learning straight away. 1 Getting Started The Power BI ecosystem Opening Power BI Desktop Power BI's four views Introduction to Dashboards 2 Importing Files Importing data sources Importing an Excel file Importing a CSV file Importing a database Connect to an SQL Server Database Import vs. Direct Query Importing from the web Importing a folder of files Managing file connections 3 Shape Data in the Query Editor The process of shaping data Managing data types Keeping and removing rows Add a custom column Appending tables together Hiding queries in reports Fixing error issues Basic maths operations 4 The Data Model Table relationships Relationship properties 5 Merge Queries Table join kinds Merging tables 6 Inserting Dashboard Visuals Things to keep in mind Inserting maps Formatting Maps Inserting charts Formatting Charts Inserting a tree map Inserting a table, matrix, and card Controlling number formats About report themes Highlighting key points Filter reports with slicers Sync slicers across dashboards Custom web visuals 7 Publish and share Reports Publishing to Power BI service Editing online reports Pinning visuals to a dashboard What is Q&A? Sharing dashboards Exporting reports to PowerPoint Exporting reports as PDF files 8 The Power Query Editor Fill data up and down Split column by delimiter Add a conditional column More custom columns Merging columns 9 The M Functions Inserting text functions Insert an IF function Create a query group 10 Pivoting Tables Pivot a table Pivot and append tables Pivot but don't aggregate Unpivot tables Append mismatched headers 11 Data Modelling Expanded Understanding relationships Mark a date table 12 DAX New Columns New columns and measures New column calculations Insert a SWITCH function 13 Introduction to DAX Measures Common measure functions Insert a SUM function Insert a COUNTROWS function Insert a DISTINCTCOUNT function Insert a DIVIDE function DAX rules 14 The CALCULATE Measure The syntax of CALCULATE Insert a CALCULATE function Control field summarisation Things of note 15 The SUMX measure X iterator functions Anatomy of SUMX Insert a SUMX function When to use X functions 16 Time Intelligence Measures Importance of a calendar table Insert a TOTALYTD function Change financial year end date Comparing historical data Insert a DATEADD function 17 Hierarchies and Groups Mine data using hierarchies Compare data in groups

Power BI - introduction (2 day) (In-House)
Delivered in Harpenden or UK Wide or OnlineFlexible Dates
Price on Enquiry

Google BigQuery SQL Course Webinar

4.6(12)

By PCWorkshops

This BigQuery Conversion course is for users of SQL. We cover the interface and licensing differences and additional capabilities. Highlights of BigQuery. We will cover the general SQL topics ( see our intermediate outline ) and point out where the differences are. You would be able to move to this platform easily.

Google BigQuery SQL Course Webinar
Delivered OnlineFlexible Dates
£15

PowerPoint Course

4.6(12)

By PCWorkshops

MS PowerPoint is really easy, but in this PowerPoint Training Courses, we cover most aspects in a fast-paced day, and attend the to more tricky aspects. This course is one-to-one to attend to specific aspects per delegate. Group training could be organised on request.

PowerPoint Course
Delivered Online & In-PersonFlexible Dates
FREE