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Duration 1 Days 6 CPD hours This course is intended for Professionals in a variety of fields who are seeking improved time-management skills, so that they can meet their long-term goals and perform more effectively will benefit from this course. Overview State your goals. Analyze how you are currently allocating your most precious resources: energy and time. Identify elements of your personal work style that contribute to your effective use of time. Assemble a collection of time-management tools and strategies that you can use to take control of your time. Create an action plan for your time-management process and identify ways to evaluate and improve your efforts. Time is a form of currency, and the ways you talk about it illustrate its value: people say ?Time is money,? and ?My time was well spent,? or ?It's a waste of time.? Like most professionals, you've probably struggled with managing time effectively. In this course, you will acquire day-to-day time-management tools that will help you more effectively use your time so you can direct your energy towards fulfilling your short- and long-term professional and personal goals. Your time is a precious and limited resource. Too often, you may feel frustrated that there aren't enough hours in the day to accomplish everything you hope to do. Effective time managers enjoy the satisfaction of directing their talents and energy towards productive, goal-centered activities. Private classes on this topic are available. We can address your organization?s issues, time constraints, and save you money, too. Contact us to find out how. Prerequisites To ensure your success, we recommend you have some level of work experience in any of a variety of organizational settings, and general end-user computer and Internet skills. 1. Defining Goals Define Time Management Describe Your Dreams Identify Regrets State Goals 2. Analyzing Energy Allocation Create a Time Long Analyze Tasks Analyze Time Usage Analyze Energy Flow 3. Identifying Personal Style Review a Successful Day or Project Analyze Your Preferences Identify Personal Strengths Identify Personal Motivators Reduce Time Wasters 4. Assembling the Toolbox Negotiate for Success Delegate Tasks Choose Tools that Work for You 5. Creating a Time-Management Action Plan Create the Action Plan Evaluate the Time-Management Process Additional course details: Nexus Humans Effective Time Management 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 Effective Time Management 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.

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In order to be an effective manager, it is extremely important to have good communication skills so that you can get your instructions across clearly and in a manner which will get you the results you desire from your employees. Our 2-day Effective Communication and Influencing course aims to provide attendees with a range of skills and behaviours which will allow them to communication clearly and effectively. Course syllabus modules include explaining the communication process, the different styles of influencing, the importance of body language and tone of voice, non-verbal communication and more. Course Syllabus The syllabus of the Effective Communication and Influencing course is comprised of seven modules, covering the following: Module One The Communication Process Identifying, what is effective communication? Recognising the different ways in which we communicate The barriers to effective communication Looking at Johari's™ Window, to better understand how communication flows Module Two Effective Communication Skills Demonstrating a positive mental attitude Establishing active listening Developing your questioning skills Using positive language Module Three Different Types of Influencing Looking at influencing versus manipulation Developing your own preferred influencing style Understanding the different influencing styles and their uses adopting a flexible style for the desired outcome Module Four Behaviour Breeds Bahaviour (Transactional Analysis) Looking at the history of hidden transactions in communications The hidden meaning in what we say and what we receive How to recognise if what you're saying is calm, rational, logical and professional Module Five Body Language Understanding the impact of body language in effective communication Noticing how your own body language influences others positively and negatively Analysing and practicing the techniques of successful body language Module Six It's All in the Voice Learning the importance of tone of voice in effective communication Realising how your tone of voice influences others Module Seven Written Communication Understanding the pitfalls of opening a discussion Identifying the different types of written communication Recognising the importance of preparation and planning Looking at different structures and layouts of written communication Using the correct words and phrases Scheduled Courses Unfortunately this course is not one that is currently scheduled as an open course, and is only available on an in-house basis. Please contact us for more information.

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Duration 1 Days 6 CPD hours This course is intended for This course is designed for managers, supervisors, team leaders, or anyone who leads meetings as part of their job and wants to learn how to become a more effective meeting facilitator. Overview Build a foundation for a successful meeting. Prepare for a meeting. Set the stage for a meeting. Facilitate a meeting. Facilitate a specialized meeting Effective facilitators know how to take charge of meetings and lead groups toward successfully completing their work objectives. In this course, you will strategically plan meetings and create formal agendas, lead groups to generate new ideas through brainstorming events, and help people work through facilitated difficult sessions. You will also further develop your facilitation skills by leading virtual meetings and even moderating international sessions. Private classes on this topic are available. We can address your organization?s issues, time constraints, and save you money, too. Contact us to find out how. Lesson 1: Building a Foundation for Successful Meetings Topic A: Identify Types of Meetings Topic B: Identify Attributes of Strong Meeting Leaders Lesson 2: Preparing for a Meeting Topic A: Clarify the Purpose of the Meeting Topic B: Identify Participants Topic C: Plan Meeting Logistics Topic D: Create an Agenda Lesson 3: Setting the Stage for a Meeting Topic A: Establish a Meeting Climate Topic B: Resolve Challenging Situations Lesson 4: Facilitating a Meeting Topic A: Lead a Meeting Topic B: Make Sound Decisions Topic C: Publish Meeting Minutes Topic D: Close a Meeting Lesson 5: Facilitating Specialized Meetings Topic A: Manage a Brainstorming Session Topic B: Manage a Virtual Meeting Topic C: Manage an International Meeting

Duration 1 Days 6 CPD hours This course is intended for This course is intended for managers and individuals who would like to increase their skill in leading and planning meetings. Overview Upon successful completion of this course, participants will have the basic tools needed to initiate and manage meetings that will engage attendees and leave a positive and lasting impression. In this course, participants will learn the needed skills in planning and implementing a successful meeting. Getting Started Workshop Objectives Action Plan Planning and Preparing (1) Identifying the Participants Choosing the Time and Place Creating the Agenda Practical Illustration Planning and Preparing (2) Gathering Materials Sending Invitations Making Logistical Arrangements Practical Illustration Setting Up the Meeting Space The Basic Essentials The Extra Touches Choosing a Physical Arrangement Practical Illustration Electronic Options Overview of Choices Available Things to Consider Making a Final Decision Practical Illustration Meeting Roles and Responsibilities The Chairperson The Minute-taker The Attendees Variations for Large and Small Meetings Practical Illustration Chairing a Meeting (1) Keeping the Meeting on Track Dealing with Overtime Holding Participants Accountable Practical Illustration Chairing a Meeting (2) Running in and Out Cell Phone Ringing Off on a Tangent Personality Conflict Practical Illustration Dealing With Disruptions Running in and Out Cell Phone Ringing Off on a Tangent Personality Conflict Practical Illustration Taking Minutes What are Minutes? What do I Record? A Take-Home Template Practical Illustration Making the Most of Your Meeting The Minute Meeting Using Games Giving Prizes Simple Magic Practical Illustration Wrapping Up Words From the Wise Additional course details: Nexus Humans Meeting Management 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 Meeting Management 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 1 Days 6 CPD hours We?ve all met that dynamic, charismatic person that just has a way with others, and has a way of being remembered. This workshop will help participants work towards being that unforgettable person by providing communication skills, negotiation techniques, tips on making an impact, and advice on networking and starting conversations. 1 - Getting Started Icebreaker Housekeeping Items The Parking Lot Workshop Objectives 2 - Verbal Communication Skills Listening and Hearing: They Aren?t the Same Thing Asking Questions Communicating with Power 3 - Non-Verbal Communication Skills Body Language The Signals You Send to Others It?s Not What You Say, It?s How You Say It 4 - Making Small Talk and Moving Beyond The Four Levels of Conversation 5 - Moving the Conversation Along Asking for Examples Using Repetition Using Summary Questions Asking for Clarity and Completeness 6 - Remembering Names Creating a Powerful Introduction Using Mnemonics Uh-Oh?I?ve Forgotten Your Name 7 - Influencing Skills Seeing the Other Side Building a Bridge Giving In Without Giving Up 8 - Bringing People to Your Side A Dash of Emotion Plenty of Facts Bringing It All Together 9 - Sharing Your Opinion Using I-Messages Disagreeing Constructively Building Consensus 10 - Negotiation Basics Preparation Opening Bargaining Closing 11 - Making An Impact Creating a Powerful First Impression Assessing a Situation Being Zealous without Being Offensive 12 - Wrapping Up Words from the Wise Review of Parking Lot Lessons Learned Completion of Action Plans and Evaluations

Any successful business manager will tell you that you never get the deal you deserve - you always get the deal you negotiate! This two-day workshop includes recent research and practical techniques from the Harvard Business School Negotiation Project and provides a unique opportunity to learn and practice these skills in a safe environment using up to date materials and life-like practice negotiation case studies. This course will help participants to: Understand the basics of negotiation Develop negotiating skills Increase their business acumen Develop their communication skills Learn the models, techniques and tools for an effective negotiation Identify the barriers to agreements Close the deal 1 What is negotiation? Key skills for negotiation Types of negotiation Win-lose negotiations versus Win-win negotiations Wise agreements and Principled Negotiation 2 Four key negotiating concepts BATNA - Best alternative to negotiated agreement Setting your reservation price ZOPA - Zone of possible agreement Creating and trading value 3 Business acumen Understanding pricing, gross margins and profit Knowing the key points on which to negotiate 4 A Four Phase Model for negotiation Nine steps to successful planning Discussing a deal - creating and claiming value Making and framing proposals Bargaining for the winning deal 5 Effective communication Effective questioning Active listening skills Understanding and interpreting body language Barriers to effective communication 6 Understanding influence and persuasion Influencing strategies Ten proven ways to influence people Six universal methods of persuasion Understanding why people do business with other people 7 Negotiating tactics Tactics for win-lose negotiations Tactics for win-win negotiations Effective team negotiating Understanding and using powerv What do you do when the other side has more power? 8 Barriers to agreement Common barriers to agreement The Negotiators Dilemma Dealing with die-hard negotiators Dealing with lack of trust 9 Potential barriers to cross-border agreements Understanding business methods and practice in other cultures Figuring out who has the power and who makes decisions Recognising and dealing with cultural differences What's OK here might not be OK there 10 Closing the deal Four steps to closing the winning deal

Do you hear yourself saying the same thing over and over again? Do you want to bring some new skills to your role? If you have been in a sales role for some time it is easy to fall into a comfortable pattern. This workshop will help you incorporate advanced techniques drawn from NLP, behavioural science and social psychology into your existing skills. This course will help you: Use the consultative sales process to achieve more cross-sales Employ advanced rapport-building skills Assess the buying preferences of a customer Articulate the link between customer goals and needs Identify your customer's needs and wants Use advanced questioning techniques to gather information Resist the temptation to tell when it would be better to ask Identify communication preferences Given various scenarios, present a product to the explicit need of a customer Appreciate the impact of the language used during this stage of the sale and decide what language is appropriate with a variety of customers Handle objections positively Close the sale or gain commitment to further action 1 Introduction Aims and objectives of the training Personal introductions and objectives Self-assessment of existing sales skills Overview of content 2 Understanding yourself and your customers Personal communication style and what this means in a sales situation Wants versus needs What motivates people to buy Using social media tools such as LinkedIn Managing your portfolio to maximise sales Preparing to sell 3 The sales process Overview of the consultative sales process Review personal strengths and weaknesses as a salesperson Habits of top-performing sales people Common pitfalls Articulate sales goals 4 Building rapport 11 decisions that customers make in the first 9 seconds Spotting buyer communication preferences Building rapport with a wide variety of customers Dealing with emotions Keeping control 5 Questioning and listening Assumptions and how they trip us up Structured questioning Looking for cross-sales Honing your listening skills Identifying buyers' motivation Using summaries to move the customer forward 6 Presenting products and services to customers Choosing the right time to present Using features, advantages and benefits Tailoring your presentation of products and services to match buyer preferences and motivations 7 Gaining commitment When to close Dealing with difficult customers 5 things to avoid when handling a customer objection 8 Managing your business The link between service and sales Using customer surveys Winning back lost business 9 Putting it all together Skills practice Personal learning summary and action plans

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