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Duration 2 Days 12 CPD hours Overview Effectively manage team dynamics in remote and virtual teams Leverage communication technologies to the benefit of your remote and virtual teams Identify the specific skills required for managing remote and virtual teams Evaluate the impact of culture and language on your team?s performance The business model of managing remote and hybrid teams is constantly evolving. Managing remote teams?a rarity just a few years ago?is now a common occurrence. Working virtually offers unique advantages and challenges. But how do you best leverage these benefits while overcoming impediments? This workshop will teach you to adjust your management style to successfully improve communication, foster connections, increase productivity, and develop remote and virtual teams. Focused on practical skills, this workshop includes activities to apply these techniques and drive results. Defining the Characteristics of the Remote and Hybrid Workforce Understanding the remote vs. hybrid workplace Managing relationships, communication, and tasks Meeting your needs and your team?s needs Management Requirements for Remote Leadership Moving from reactive to proactive Understanding team member?s unique situations Keeping everyone informed Innovating with virtual teams Managing work outputs Overseeing separated team members Defining and building relationships with stakeholders Building and Strengthening Team Dynamics Creating team identity Forming remote and virtual teams Managing the storming process Getting to norming and performing Creating and governing with ground rules Tracking team performance Setting expectations and providing feedback Making Technology Work for You Communicating with and coordinating your team Avoiding the technology trap Developing effective communication across various mediums Choosing the right technology platform The Impact of Culture and Separation Recognizing cultural characteristics and differences Building cultural knowledge Managing across time zones Respecting non-working time

Introduction to AI for Business

How to stay focued, organised and motivated in 2023

Duration 1 Days 6 CPD hours This course is intended for This course is intended for business users and knowledge workers in a variety of roles and fields who have competence in a desktop-based installation of the Microsoft Office 2010 or 2013 edition of the Microsoft Office productivity suite, and who are now extending Microsoft Office to a collaborative cloud-based Office 365 environment. Overview In this course, you will build upon your knowledge of the Microsoft Office desktop application suite to work productively in the cloud-based Microsoft Office 365 environment.You will:- Sign in, navigate, and identify components of the Office 365 environment.- Create, edit, and share documents with team members using Word Online, Excel Online, PowerPoint Online, and Microsoft SharePoint.- Collaborate and work with colleagues using the Team, Planner, and Yammer apps.- Use email and manage contacts with Outlook on the web.- Use instant messaging with Skype for Business.- Conduct online meetings with Skype for Business. This course is an introduction to Microsoft© Office 365© with Skype© for Business in a cloud-based environment. It can be used as an orientation to the full suite of Office 365 cloud-based tools, or the Skype for Business lessons can be presented separately in a seminar-length presentation with the remaining material available for later student reference. Getting Started Sign In to Office 365 Navigate the Office 365 Environment Collaborating with Shared Files Work with Shared Documents in SharePoint Edit Documents in Office Online Collaborate on the SharePoint Site Work with OneDrive for Business and Delve Using Productivity Apps Work with Productivity Apps in Combination Broadcast Messages with Yammer Collaborate with the Teams App Manage Tasks with the Planner App Using Outlook on the Web Send and Receive Email Manage Contacts Schedule Appointments Personalize Outlook on the Web Communicating with Skype for Business Overview of Skype for Business Use Instant Messaging Make Voice and Video Calls Using Skype for Business Meetings Initiate Meetings Use Meeting Controls and Options Customize Skype for Business Additional course details: Nexus Humans Office 365 Web Apps (with Skype for Business) 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 Office 365 Web Apps (with Skype for Business) 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.

What you Will Learn Plan and prioritize each day's activities in a more efficient, productive manner Establish strategies to execute priorities and overcome procrastination Understand how to make trade-offs when faced with fire drills How to set and communicate boundary conditions Getting Started Introductions Course orientation Participants' expectations Foundation Concepts Exercise: A day in your life Resources to implement change Mind-set Tool-set Skill-set What is your time really worth? The dynamics of procrastination The myth of multi-tasking Brain Rules - how to optimize your efficiency Organization and Prioritization Time management best practices Goal setting Exercise: Identifying your priorities The importance of organization Time management framework Prioritizing time Time Management Techniques Tips for managing time Nine ways to overcome procrastination The STING technique Managing your time o Handling unplanned urgencies o Dealing with information overload Delegation and managing others' time Creating your personal action plan Summary Course summary and next steps Applying what you have learned

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Learn everything you need to know to be fully competent with Mac iOS. This syllabus takes you around the basics and then on another deep dive into all the elements. Discover things you never knew and speed up your experience using Mac iOS. Module 1: Introduction to Mac iOS and Hardware • Understanding the Mac ecosystem • Overview of Mac hardware components • Navigating the Mac interface Module 2: Mac Operating System (macOS) • Exploring the macOS interface • Customizing system preferences • File management and organization on macOS Module 3: Essential Mac Apps • Using Safari for web browsing • Effective web searching using search engines • Email management with Apple Mail • Calendar and task management with Apple Calendar Module 4: Software Installation and Updates • Installing and updating software applications • Managing and uninstalling programs • App Store and app installations Module 5: Productivity and Collaboration • Using iCloud for cloud-based storage and collaboration • Working with Notes, Reminders, and Messages • Collaborative document editing with iWork Module 6: Multimedia and Creativity • Basic image editing with Photos and Preview • Music creation with GarageBand • Creating multimedia presentations with Keynote Module 7: Troubleshooting and Maintenance • Identifying and resolving common Mac issues • Using Activity Monitor for performance monitoring • Maintenance tasks for macOS Module 8: Mac Security and Privacy • Overview of Mac security features • Online safety and privacy best practices • Protecting personal data and devices Module 9: Advanced Mac Features • Customizing the Dock and Menu Bar • Using Siri for voice commands and search • Continuity features for seamless device integration Module 10: Using AI and Chat GPT • Introduction to AI and Chat GPT technology • Exploring AI-powered features on Mac • Using Chat GPT for productivity and assistance Module 11: Browsing and Search Engines • Effective use of web browsers on macOS • Utilizing search engines for research • Online safety and privacy while browsing Module 12: Cybersecurity • Understanding cybersecurity threats • Protecting against malware and phishing attacks • Secure online practices and password management Module 13: Software Installation and Factory Reset • Installing and updating software applications • Factory resetting a Mac device • Data backup and recovery during resets Module 14: Final Projects and Assessment • Culminating projects showcasing Mac iOS skills • Practical exams assessing Mac software knowledge and skills • Preparing for industry-recognized certifications (optional) Please note that the duration and depth of each module can vary depending on the level of expertise required and the specific needs of the learners. Additionally, it's important to adapt the curriculum to the learners' proficiency levels, whether they are A Level/GCSE students or adult learners with different experience levels.

Agile Practices for All Projects: Virtual In-House Training Agile methods are becoming increasingly prevalent, and have facilitated projects in reducing time to market, being adaptive to changing customer requirements, and increasing value to customers and organizations. These benefits have been implemented in both IT and non-IT environments to help all types of projects. This course will present key Agile techniques and processes that can be readily incorporated into your projects to enable greater flexibility and higher productivity, while maintaining the traditional project lifecycle framework. The overall goal of the course is for learners to be able to integrate appropriate Agile elements and/or techniques into any project in any environment. What you will Learn Course participants will understand the basic Agile approach, and the various methods for achieving agility and will be able to: Recall project management principles and methodologies Explain Agile practices and compare several Agile methods Apply Agile software development techniques in a project lifecycle framework Employ Agile processes in a project management framework Foundation Concepts Project Lifecycles What is Agile? Agile Benefits Agile Methods Agile Roles Agile Requirement Techniques Agile Requirements User Stories Just in Time (JIT) Requirements Agile Software Development Techniques Agile Design Agile Development Agile Testing Agile Deployment Agile Initiating & Planning Processes Agile Initiating Agile Planning Agile Delivery Processes Agile Execution Agile Monitoring & Control Agile Closing Implementing Agile Practices Agile Approaches Outside of Software Development Dispelling Agile Myths Applying Agile Techniques & Processes Summary and Next Steps What did we learn, and how can we implement this in our work environments?

For insights into how the four colour energies will transform your team dynamics and performance, join this virtual workshop and find out how to embed the four colour energies within your team. Find out your own communication preferences and how to work effectively with colleagues with a different preference.

Learn everything you need to know to be fully competent with Window OS. This syllabus takes you around the basics and then on another deep dive into all the elements. Discover things you never knew and speed up your experience using Windows OS. Module 1: Introduction to Windows OS • Understanding the Windows operating system • Navigating the Windows interface • Customizing system settings and preferences Module 2: File Management • Managing files and folders in Windows Explorer • Copying, moving, and renaming files • Using the Recycle Bin and data recovery Module 3: Windows Built-in Apps • Using Microsoft Edge for web browsing • Effective web searching using search engines • Email management with Windows Mail • Calendar and task management with Windows Calendar Module 4: Software Installation and Updates • Installing and updating software applications • Managing and uninstalling programs • Windows Store and app installations Module 5: Microsoft Office Basics • Introduction to Microsoft Office suite • Using Microsoft Word for document creation • Basic spreadsheet management with Microsoft Excel Module 6: Microsoft Office Intermediate Skills • Advanced features in Microsoft Word • Creating and formatting spreadsheets in Microsoft Excel • Creating dynamic presentations with PowerPoint Module 7: Multimedia and Graphics • Basic image editing with Paint • Using Windows Photo app for photo management • Creating graphics with Paint 3D Module 8: Productivity and Collaboration • Using OneDrive for cloud-based storage and collaboration • Working with Windows Sticky Notes and To-Do • Collaborative editing with Microsoft Office Online Module 9: Troubleshooting and Maintenance • Identifying and resolving common Windows issues • Using Task Manager for performance monitoring • Maintenance tasks for Windows OS Module 10: Windows Security and Privacy • Overview of Windows security features • Online safety and privacy best practices • Protecting personal data and devices Module 11: Advanced Windows Features • Customizing the Windows Start Menu and Taskbar • Using Cortana for voice commands and search • Virtual desktops and advanced multitasking Module 12: Using AI and Chat GPT • Introduction to AI and Chat GPT technology • Exploring AI-powered features in Windows • Using Chat GPT for productivity and assistance Module 13: Browsing and Search Engines • Effective use of web browsers • Utilizing search engines for research • Online safety and privacy while browsing Module 14: Cybersecurity • Understanding cybersecurity threats • Protecting against malware and phishing attacks • Secure online practices and password management Module 15: Software Installation and Factory Reset • Installing and updating software applications • Factory resetting a Windows device • Data backup and recovery during resets Module 16: Final Projects and Assessment • Culminating projects showcasing Windows OS skills • Practical exams assessing Windows software knowledge and skills • Preparing for industry-recognized certifications (optional) Please note that the duration and depth of each module can vary depending on the level of expertise required and the specific needs of the learners. Additionally, it's important to adapt the curriculum to the learners' proficiency levels, whether they are A Level/GCSE students or adult learners with different experience levels.