391 Professional Development courses in Nottingham

Overview This one day course is designed for anyone that deals with telephone sales in either an inbound or outbound call environment. Description The telephone has become a critical tool in obtaining sales in today’s competitive market, and yet it is often an area we pay little attention to, and consequently it becomes a negative aspect of our business rather than the highly positive one it can be. This course sets out to enable the attendees to sell effectively over the phone. The tools that are covered will help generate sales and whether they take inbound or receive outbound calls they will find that if they apply the techniques in this session, their success rate will increase immensely. Topics covered: Advantages and Disadvantages – A look at how the phone can work for and against us in a sales environment. An Introduction to Selling on the Telephone – Understanding the key points that encourage a customer to purchase from us. Structuring and the Sales Process – Defining a set process for structuring a sales call with a chance to demonstrate understanding. Why People Buy – A look at the reasoning behind people’s purchasing decisions. How People Buy – An insight into the emotional factors behind how people arrive at purchasing decisions. Turning Inbound Calls into Sales – Gauging the level of interest of a caller in order to establish the likelihood of a sale. Making Effective Outbound Calls – A set process of ensuring you gain the best advantage with this type of call. Getting Past the Gatekeeper – Understanding the role of the gatekeeper and developing methods of dealing with them in order to speak to the decision maker. Using scripts and techniques that are proven and effective. Sounds Interesting? – Studying three key communication factors when projecting the voice over the phone. Including a chance to review how the participant’s voice comes across over the phone. Methods of Improving the Way You Sound – 10 key tips on vocal improvement. Telephone Questioning Techniques – Giving the delegates the chance to fully understand the different questioning techniques that can be used during a sales call. Features and Benefits – How to practically apply them in a sales scenario. Logical and Emotional Purchasing – A further look at the reasons we buy. Overcoming Objections – Practical use of a set process and ways to apply it in the workplace. Closing the Sale – Clear methodology with a chance to practice the skills in a fun way. Post-course Assignment – A method of carrying the learning into the workplace and ensure continual review. Who should attend the course? Anyone who handles inbound or outbound sales calls over the telephone. Requirements for Attendance No prerequisites required.

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Time Management - 1 day training course delivered in Nottingham This course examines how time is used at work and identifies good practice to get your role under control! It helps delegates to identify “lost” time at work and to plan and prioritise tasks to make best use of time and enhance productivity.

ILM Level 2 Award in Customer Care – 4 day Accredited training course delivered in Nottingham A nationally recognised qualification taught across 4 x 1 day deliveries approximately 3 weeks apart. The course is specifically tailored for individuals whose job role requires direct customer interface, and where influencing and meeting the needs of customers is particularly important. The course brings tangible benefits to the participants and to their organisation through applying concepts taught at each stage of the course directly to the work environment, and providing opportunities to compare best practice methods and techniques with current practices.

Overview The International English Language Testing System (IELTS) measures the language proficiency of people who want to study or work where English is used as a language of communication. We offer both group and private IELTS preparation courses. Online Trainer led IELTS Coaching. Our method Throughout the course students work on all four modules; listening, reading, writing, and speaking. We also help our students with the grammar and vocabulary knowledge they need to achieve their band score. We believe that the best way to learn exam English is to relate it to real life. Our trainer will show you how your IELTS skills can be used in every day situations and will help to achieve higher bands and fulfil the requirement of the universities and colleges.

Customer Service - Getting it Right - 1 day training course delivered in Nottingham Enables participants to review and explore the true meaning of “excellent customer service”. It focuses on the challenges – and rewards of managing both internal and external customers effectively face to face and over the telephone.