24 hours sometimes simply doesn't seem like enough time. Learn how to identify 'hidden time' in your day, which will mean extraordinary things for you in terms of completing your deadlines and reaching your goals. You will learn how to make the most of your 'down time' by for instance, creating a game out of time saving. We don't believe in all work and no play, and therefore provide you with the tools to have fun while effectively managing and creating your time, virtually effort free. Learning Objectives Find hidden time, Summarize how to make the most of downtime Describe how to make the most of saving time, Create blocks of time to get more done Target Audience Managers, Team Leaders, Young Professionals, Sales Professionals, Customer Service Teams
Peak job performance and maintaining a positive attitude starts with having a suitable service disposition and strong interpersonal skills. Maintaining a positive attitude takes work-focusing on what's right, looking for solutions to problems instead of complaining, and having a positive 'expectancy' that things will improve. Discover how to stay involved and healthy coping mechanisms that help keep us physically and mentally healthy. Discover why Integrity and honesty are the foundations of trust, the root of service. Apply strategies for cultivating exceptional customer service character every day. Learning Objectives Describe suitability requirements for being an effective service provider, Explain the personal benefits of maintaining a positive attitude, Apply 17 tools for maintaining a positive, professional attitude Target Audience Managers, Team Leaders, Young Professionals, Sales Professionals, Customer Service Teams
There are many challenges to getting the right help, most of which are our own mental self-doubt that gets in the way. We will teach you the guidelines for getting the right help. The one technique for getting help is to ask for it in the form of a statement. We will show you how to ask for the detail, be specific and thanking your helper. You will understand the benefits of a buddy system approach and group brainstorming. We will guide you on certain areas you need to be sensitive when asking or giving help. Learning Objectives Explain the challenges of getting appropriate help, Apply guidelines for getting help, Describe working with gender style differences Target Audience Managers, Team Leaders, Young Professionals, Sales Professionals, Customer Service Teams
The first priority in calming upset customers is to diffuse tension and then resolve the issue. Discover some words to avoid and how to ensure angry customers feel like they are heard, feeling empathy and can see you are trying to find a resolution. The focus needs to be you and the customer against the situation. Learn how to implement a four-step model for calming upset customers. Understand how to manage customer complaints better in the future by understanding the special needs of customers with complaints. Learning Objectives Explain the difference between difficult situations and difficult customers, Apply a four-step model for calming upset customers, Summarize the do's and don'ts of working with upset customers Target Audience Managers, Team Leaders, Young Professionals, Sales Professionals, Customer Service Teams
In today's globalized business landscape, working across cultures is both an opportunity and a challenge. Individuals often grapple with issues related to understanding diversity and inclusion. Common problems include cultural misunderstandings, miscommunication, and unintentional biases, which can hinder collaboration, teamwork, and productivity. By mastering these skills, individuals can enhance their ability to work effectively with diverse teams and stakeholders, contributing to a more harmonious and successful business environment. Learning Objectives The following are some of the key outcomes in this course: Understand how different cultures compare and how to interact more effectively with people from those cultures Communicating with people with different cultural backgrounds Adapting your persuasion techniques to cultural norms Decision-making styles influenced by cultural norms Building trust across various cultures Target Audience Human Resources Professionals. Managers, Team Leaders, Young Professionals
Unconscious bias is a pervasive issue in the business world, often hindering diversity and inclusion efforts. People commonly face challenges related to recognizing and mitigating their unconscious biases, which can lead to unfair treatment, inequity, and missed opportunities in the workplace. These biases affect hiring decisions, team dynamics, and overall organizational culture. T Participants will learn to create a more inclusive and equitable work environment by acknowledging and addressing these hidden biases, fostering diversity, and promoting fair treatment for all. Learning Objectives The following are some of the key outcomes in this course: Define unconscious bias and its consequence Recognize five types of unconscious bias Explain ways to overcome unconscious bias Avoiding bias while recruiting and retaining talent Target Audience Human Resources Professionals. Managers, Team Leaders, Young Professionals
Understand the art of guiding and developing individuals within a leadership role through compassionate and supportive coaching and mentoring practices. This involves fostering a culture of growth and learning by providing personalized guidance, constructive feedback, and encouragement to help individuals reach their full potential. By demonstrating empathy, active listening, and a genuine interest in the well-being and development of others, the goal is to create an environment where individuals feel supported, empowered, and motivated to excel both personally and professionally. Learning Objectives The following are some of the key outcomes in this course: Understand the importance of team learning for high performance and psychological safety Identify best practices to coach and mentor your team Apply tools that help build a self-coaching team Target Audience Managers, Team Leaders, Young Professionals
Understand the importance of an inclusive and supportive work environment where diverse perspectives are not only acknowledged but also valued and respected. This involves promoting empathy, understanding, and appreciation for the unique backgrounds, experiences, and viewpoints of team members. By embracing diversity, fostering open dialogue, and actively listening to the perspectives of others, the goal is to cultivate a workplace where differences are celebrated, collaboration thrives, and collective success is achieved. Learning Objectives The following are some of the key outcomes in this course: Understand where our differences come from: essential elements that make us different Identify different ways in which individuals make an impact and contribution in leading and in teams Apply an understanding of differences in how teams perform Target Audience Managers, Team Leaders, Young Professionals
There are many challenges to getting the right help, most of which are our own mental self-doubt that gets in the way. We will teach you the guidelines for getting the right help. The one technique for getting help is to ask for it in the form of a statement. We will show you how to ask for the detail, be specific and thanking your helper. You will understand the benefits of a buddy system approach and group brainstorming. We will guide you on certain areas you need to be sensitive when asking or giving help. Learning Objectives Explain the challenges of getting appropriate help, Apply guidelines for getting help, Implement four techniques for getting effective help Target Audience Managers, Team Leaders, Young Professionals, Sales Professionals, Customer Service Teams
The Confirm-It Funnel helps control sales activities, forecast, motivate, organize sales time, and insure consistency of sales results over time. Discover the four major steps in every sale and how to be in control of these steps. You will learn how to account for varying degrees of potential and assign a weight according to one single criteria. Understand how to use the funnel to detail specific steps of activities along the way. Learning Objectives Explain the benefits of using the Confirm-It Funnel for organizing leads, Forecast sales results, Determine a lead's value and priority by assigning "weights", Identify next steps for advancing the sale, Eliminate the feast or famine "roller coaster" effect of unpredictable sales Target Audience Managers, Team Leaders, Young Professionals, Sales Professionals, Customer Service Teams