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Overview Effective decision-making requires the adoption of decision approaches that fit the complexities of these situations and the efficient management of decision-making processes. It also requires the ability to think strategically in highly interactive markets and acute insights into the psychology behind people's behaviour. Objectives Develop critical thinking skills, sharpening your intuition in the face of risk and uncertainty Learn ways to discover, manage, mitigate and avoid decision-making traps Learn to leverage the power of 'nudges' - a light-touch way to influence human behaviour and improve decision-making Boost your ability to build high-performing teams by understanding what conditions enable teams to make better decisions than individuals Become a more strategic leader and decision-maker by understanding the long-term impact your decisions can have on your organisation

Public Speaking 1 Day Training in Maidstone

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Public Speaking 1 Day Training in Canterbury

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Five half-day Leadership modules with mini work placed projects to bring the learning into action in the workplace.

Duration 2 Days 12 CPD hours This course is intended for This course is designed for students who already have foundational knowledge and skills in Excel and who wish to perform robust and advanced data and statistical analysis with Microsoft Excel using PivotTables, use tools such as Power Pivot and the Data Analysis ToolPak to analyze data, and visualize data and insights using advanced visualizations in charts and dashboards in Excel. To ensure success, you should have baseline skill using Microsoft Excel worksheets, particularly in creating workbooks with formulas and function Overview #NAME? Analyzing data to find issues, insights and opportunities, is now a critical part of many job roles. Beyond the analysis, data analysts in all job roles must be able to effectively present and communicate their findings in visually compelling ways. Microsoft© Excel© is designed for this purpose. Excel can connect to a wide range of data sources, perform robust data analysis and create diverse and robust data-backed visualizations to show insights, trends, and create reports. These capabilities enable people who use Excel for data analysis to turn data into thoughtful action. 1 - DATA ANALYSIS FUNDAMENTALS Introduction to Data Science Create and Modify Tables Sort and Filter Data 2 - VISUALIZING DATA WITH EXCEL Visualize Data with Charts Modify and Format Charts Apply Best Practices in Chart Design 3 - ANALYZING DATA WITH FORMULAS AND FUNCTIONS Analyze Data with Formulas and Named Ranges Analyze Data with Functions Implement Data Validation, Forms, and Controls Create Conditional Visualizations with Lookup Functions 4 - ANALYZING DATA WITH PIVOTTABLES Create a PivotTable Analyze PivotTable Data 5 - PRESENTING VISUAL INSIGHTS WITH DASHBOARDS IN EXCEL Visualize Data with PivotCharts Filter Data Using Slicers and Timelines Create a Dashboard in Excel 6 - CREATING GEOSPATIAL VISUALIZATIONS WITH EXCEL Create Map Charts in Excel Customize Map Charts in Excel 7 - PERFORMING STATISTICAL ANALYSIS Visualize Trendlines and Sparklines with Excel Analyze Data with the Data Analysis ToolPa 8 - GETTING AND TRANSFORMING DATA Connect to Data with Queries Clean and Combine Data Shape and Transform Data 9 - MODELING AND ANALYZING DATA WITH POWER PIVOT Install Power Pivot in Excel Create Data Models with Power Pivot Create Power Pivots Perform Advanced Data Analysis and Visualization 10 - PRESENTING INSIGHTS WITH REPORTS (OPTIONAL) Plan a Report Create a Report

Elite EA/PA Forum We are delighted to announce the Elite EA/PA Forum for ANZ will be on the 25th of September 2025. Our workshop aims to: Enhance your influence and impact by mastering assertive communication, negotiation, and self-advocacy skills. Stay composed and solution-focused in high-pressure situations with practical tools for crisis management and clear decision-making. Embrace evolving technology by understanding how AI and automation can streamline your role and boost efficiency. Future-proof your career by building strategic value, resilience, and adaptability in an ever-changing professional landscape. Keynote Address with Q&A from the audience: What to expect from Sam's Keynote: With over 30 years supporting leaders at the highest levels, Sam Cohen brings a wealth of insight, experience, and stories (the kind she can share) to the stage. From 18 years serving within The Royal Household - including as Deputy Private Secretary and Press Secretary to Her late Majesty Queen Elizabeth II - to working with The Duke and Duchess of Sussex, running the Prime Minister’s Office at Downing Street, and serving as Chief of Staff to the global CEO of Rio Tinto, Sam’s career is a masterclass in discretion, diplomacy, and delivering at the top. In this exclusive keynote, Beyond the Role, Sam will explore how Executive Assistants don’t just support leaders - they shape leadership, drive strategy, and build legacy from behind the scenes. Join us for this rare opportunity to hear from someone who’s been at the epicentre of power - and bring your questions! The keynote will include a live Q&A, where you can ask Sam about her remarkable career, leadership insights, and how to truly excel in high-performance environments. (Don’t ask her what the Queen kept in her handbag - she’s not telling.) Sam Cohen Career Bio: Sam Cohen has spent the last 30 years working to support leaders in the public and private sectors. Sam spent 18 years serving The Royal Household, as Deputy Private Secretary to Her late Majesty Queen Elizabeth II and Press Secretary to The Queen. Sam also served as Private Secretary to The Duke and Duchess of Sussex. Following this time, Sam worked as Director of the Prime Minister’s Office at Downing Street under Boris Johnson and, most recently, was Chief of Staff to the global CEO at Rio Tinto. Source: ABC News - YouTube Channel. Facilitator - AM: The Future-Proofed Assistant: Speak Up, Stand Out & Shape Your Career Path How to reimagine your Assistant role in 2025 and beyond - How the EA role is evolving (and what Executives now expect) & why Assistants who think like strategists will be indispensable Assertiveness as an Assistant – The key to retaining your role & the difference between being ‘helpful’ and being ‘heard’ Self-Advocacy as a Career Growth Strategy – The importance of advocating for your career development, workload boundaries and recognition Own Your Professional Future - Map your career development. Whether you're an EA for life or looking to a role beyond in the future, this is for you. Ruth Kilah Career Bio: Ruth is an international executive career coach and founder of Hoxton Hyde – Executive Career Coaching & Mentoring, delivering 1:1 and group programs for experienced Executive Assistants. She specialises in helping EAs step into higher-level roles, increase their income, and expand their professional impact. With 14 years’ experience supporting C-suite executives in Australia and the UK, Ruth brings deep industry insight and a strategic approach to career development. She empowers Assistants to gain clarity on their next move, adopt a strategic mindset, communicate their value effectively, and lead their own growth conversations with confidence. A former EA turned Stakeholder Relations and Project Manager, Ruth launched Hoxton Hyde in 2018 after spotting a clear gap in the market for tailored coaching for career-driven EAs. She is a respected thought leader in the EA space, regularly sharing insights via LinkedIn and Instagram. Panel: Crisis Mode: What to do when everything goes wrong Master a step-by-step approach to prioritising and problem-solving under pressure. Strengthen emotional resilience and calm decision-making during unexpected disruptions. Learn how to communicate clearly and lead from behind in high-stress situations. Emma-Kate Bos Bio Emma-Kate works alongside the CEO at Squadron Energy, one of Australia’s leading renewable energy companies. With over 28 years of experience in Executive Assistant and Operational roles supporting business leaders in professional services, politics, membership industries, sporting and not-for-profit organisations, Emma-Kate has a deep understanding of business support roles and has managed large teams of assistants and receptionists. She is passionate about developing and mentoring team members Emma-Kate holds an Associate Degree in Law, Mini MBA and Certificate in Public Relations. Sepi Nowlands Sepi has also worked as an EO for Deloitte and spent 18 years previously as an Executive Assistant at the ATO, Law Council of Australia, Grains Research and Development Corporation and Air Services Australia. She is now EA and EO to the CPO. Holly Clareburt Hollie Clareburt is an experienced Executive Assistant, currently supporting the Managing Director of Microsoft New Zealand and the Chief Partner Officer. Known for her professionalism and discretion, she excels in providing high-level support in fast-paced, executive environments. Prior to Microsoft, Hollie was Executive Assistant to the Chief of Corporate & Enterprise Systems at BECA, and previously supported the CEO at SKY News New Zealand. Her career reflects a strong track record of reliability, organisation, and executive partnership. Liv Wilson With over 20 years of experience across banking, government, creative industries, and global tech, Liv has supported senior leaders at companies including LinkedIn and Slack. She brings a strategic lens to the business support function, with deep expertise in operations, leadership enablement, and organisational effectiveness. As a passionate advocate for elevating the role of Executive Assistants, Liv has led women’s networks, championed DEI and social impact initiatives, and continues to push for recognition of business support as a critical driver of business success. She is currently working on her side hustle business - collaborating with executives, entrepreneurs, and small business owners to amplify their impact by removing operational barriers, optimising systems, and unlocking their capacity to lead and grow. Facilitator - PM: Justin Kabbani AI Is Not Here to Replace You. It's Here to Upgrade You. We'll explore Justin's proven 3P framework: Priming – How to set up AI like a strategic advisor by feeding it context, tone and mindset Prompting – How to craft clear, structured instructions to get consistently great results Producing – How to turn AI outputs into high-leverage work that makes you stand out Your session outcomes: Real examples from admin professionals already using AI to elevate their work Prompts you can copy, adapt, and test live Interactive exercises to build confidence fast A practical challenge to implement right after the session If you’ve been overwhelmed by AI, or underwhelmed by its impact, this session will change that. You'll leave with tools you can use today, and a mindset you’ll carry forward for the rest of your career. Justin Kabbani Career Bio: Justin Kabbani is one of Australia’s most in-demand AI trainers and keynote speakers, known for making AI feel simple, powerful, and immediately useful. He’s worked with brands like Uber, Treasury Wine Estates, and Udemy, helping their teams embed AI into daily workflows, strategic planning, and executive communication. Over the past two years, Justin has trained more than 2,000 professionals across Australia and beyond, consistently earning feedback like “mind-blowing,” and “game-changing”. His signature Prime, Prompt, Produce framework has transformed how business leaders, executive assistants, marketers, and teams think, work, and communicate with AI, without needing to be “tech people.” Justin believes AI isn’t here to replace people. It’s here to take the robotic work off our plate, so we can focus on what humans do best. LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/justinkabbani/ Website: https://justinkabbani.com/ Speed Connections Networking Session Join us for Speed Connections, a lively 30-minute networking session designed to foster meaningful connections in a fun, fast-paced environment. Every 10 minutes, attendees will be placed into new breakout rooms with small groups, giving everyone the chance to meet a diverse range of peers. Each breakout session will feature engaging prompts to spark conversations and make networking enjoyable and memorable! Who will attend this event? Executive Assistant (EA) Personal Assistant (PA) Virtual Assistant (VA) Legal Secretary Legal Executive Assistant Administrative Assistant Office Manager Health Care Office Manager Chief of Staff Additional roles may be relevant depending on role responsibilities along with development opportunities. We understand the challenge. Professional development for assistants is often undervalued, and securing budget or approval for external training can be difficult. That’s why we’ve created a ready-to-use business case template to help you justify attendance at this event and highlight the value it brings to both you and your organisation. If you need support or costings confirmed for single or group attendance, please reach out to our support team at: support@elite-forums.com You can download and edit the template below: This workshop is open to females, male including trans women/males and non-binary professionals. Group Rate Discounts: To discuss our group rates in more detail, please email support@elite-forums.com and provide the following: Group Number (How many would like to attend) Event Date (If numerous dates, please advise if we are splitting attendees across multiple dates) Attendee Contact details (Or request our Group Rate Document. Complete and return - we'll sort the rest.) Group discounts are on request - see below group rate discount brackets: 🧩 You just need one piece to come together - to unlock your Elite Potential. 🔑 Please note: All facilatators, panelists, and speakers are all PAID with applicable contracts in place. We value our speakers and want the best to ensure our attendees get the best development. Media outlets/organisations will not be permitted to attend this event.

Duration 2 Days 12 CPD hours Overview Identify and configure basic functions of Tableau. Connect to data sources, import data into Tableau, and save Tableau files Create views and customize data in visualizations. Manage, sort, and group data. Save and share data sources and workbooks. Filter data in views. Customize visualizations with annotations, highlights, and advanced features. Create and enhance dashboards in Tableau. Create and enhance stories in Tableau As technology progresses and becomes more interwoven with our businesses and lives, more and more data is collected about business and personal activities. This era of "big data" has exploded due to the rise of cloud computing, which provides an abundance of computational power and storage, allowing organizations of all sorts to capture and store data. Leveraging that data effectively can provide timely insights and competitive advantage. The creation of data-backed visualizations is a key way data scientists, or any professional, can explore, analyze, and report insights and trends from data. Tableau© software is designed for this purpose. Tableau was built to connect to a wide range of data sources and allows users to quickly create visualizations of connected data to gain insights, show trends, and create reports. Tableau's data connection capabilities and visualization features go far beyond those that can be found in spreadsheets, allowing users to create compelling and interactive worksheets, dashboards, and stories that bring data to life and turn data into thoughtful action. Prerequisites To ensure your success in this course, you should have experience managing data with Microsoft© Excel© or Google Sheets?. Lesson 1: Tableau Fundamentals Topic A: Overview of Tableau Topic B: Navigate and Configure Tableau Lesson 2: Connecting to and Preparing Data Topic A: Connect to Data Topic B: Build a Data Model Topic C: Save Workbook Files Topic D: Prepare Data for Analysis Lesson 3: Exploring Data Topic A: Create Views Topic B: Customize Data in Visualizations Lesson 4: Managing, Sorting, and Grouping Data Topic A: Adjust Fields Topic B: Sort Data Topic C: Group Data Lesson 5: Saving, Publishing, and Sharing Data Topic A: Save Data Sources Topic B: Publish Data Sources and Visualizations Topic C: Share Workbooks for Collaboration Lesson 6: Filtering Data Topic A: Configure Worksheet Filters Topic B: Apply Advanced Filter Options Topic C: Create Interactive Filters Lesson 7: Customizing Visualizations Topic A: Format and Annotate Views Topic B: Emphasize Data in Visualizations Topic C: Create Animated Workbooks Topic D: Best Practices for Visual Design Lesson 8: Creating Dashboards in Tableau Topic A: Create Dashboards Topic B: Enhance Dashboards with Actions Topic C: Create Mobile Dashboards Lesson 9: Creating Stories in Tableau Topic A: Create Stories Topic B: Enhance Stories with Tooltips

“Most people thinking about suicide don’t want to die, they want the pain to stop, recognising the signs that someone is thinking about suicide is critical as is the ability to listen and to support that person away from wanting to take their own life” Programme Overview: This 1 day in-person programme provides Learners with the foundational knowledge and practical skills needed to effectively intervene in situations where someone may be contemplating suicide. Designed for individuals across various professions and community roles, this programme equips you with the tools to recognise the signs of suicide, initiate life-saving conversations, and connect at-risk individuals with appropriate resources. Whether you're a healthcare professional, educator, HR personnel, or concerned community member, this programme empowers you to make a real difference. Key Learning Outcomes: Understanding Suicide and Its Causes: Gain insights into the complex factors that can lead to thoughts of suicide and suicide behaviours, including mental health issues, emotional distress, and societal pressures. Recognising Signs: Learn how to identify the verbal, behavioural, and situational indicators that someone may be thinking of suicide. Effective Communication Techniques: Develop skills to engage in sensitive and supportive conversations, helping to de-escalate crises and offer hope to those in need. Immediate Intervention Strategies: Acquire practical tools and approaches for providing immediate support, including how to refer individuals to mental health professionals and other resources. Ethical Considerations: Understand the ethical responsibilities involved in suicide prevention, including confidentiality, consent, and the importance of self-care. Programme Format and Duration: This is a concise, focused programme delivered in person and lasting 1 day. The programme includes a mix of interactive presentations, real-life case studies, and role-playing exercises to ensure Learners leave with practical, actionable skills. Who Should Attend: Anyone in a position to support individuals with thoughts of suicide, including healthcare providers, educators, HR managers, community leaders, and social workers. No prior experience in mental health or suicide prevention is required. Certification: Upon completion, Learners can gain the Royal Society for Public Health (RSPH) Level 4 Award in Suicide First Aid®. This is a written assignment and upon completion Learners will receive an official qualification certificate from RSPH. Why This Programme Matters: By equipping yourself with the skills taught in this programme, you become a crucial part of the effort to reduce suicide rates and save lives. Every intervention can make a difference. We are incredibly grateful for the sponsorship of Jane Cattermole, from Mainly Mental Health which has allowed us to offer this training at a heavily subsidised rate.