Our training style is intensive and fun, focusing on ‘real world’ approaches to problems and solutions. Chrissie is a specialist in learning and teaching. She receives excellent feedback and is frequently invited back. The aim of our training is to ‘make a difference’ by giving you a clear understanding of the relevant ideas and techniques. We will help you to improve your personal efficiency so you become better at what you do.
“Chrissie is one of those unique people who inspire confidence after just a few minutes chat. I guess it’s because she’s both articulate and knowledgeable. My advice is ‘meet the lady face to face’ – you’ll be inspired and glad you did.” Moray Newberry, Monitor Creative.
Our training courses include:
Communication skills (one day)
Many organisations do not communicate well internally and to the outside world. In this workshop you will explore the way in which you communicate and influence others. You will come away with new ideas to improve your effectiveness and business relationships.
Business Networking Skills (one day)
Are you getting the most out of networking? Networking should be an integral part of your marketing strategy. In this workshop we will show you how to approach people, introduce yourself, make the most of new business opportunities and gain confidence. You will learn about building rapport, personality types, body language, LinkedIn and other social media to help you make your networking effective.
Stakeholder Engagement (one day) We work with stakeholders in the charity, public and private sectors. The workshops enable people to understand the value of using Stakeholder Analysis for an organisation or in a project. We then explore the stakeholders’ interests and values and work on the best ways to communicate effectively with the variety of individuals and bodies.
Presentation Skills (one day)
We will show you how to impress people with your presentations and explain the importance of understanding your audience, having a clear message, research and preparation. You will learn innovative ways of using PowerPoint and other tools, the use of voice and body language. The session will improve your confidence and expand your range of techniques so you will be able to give a memorable presentation.
Effective Meetings (one day)
Companies and individuals waste time and energy on unproductive meetings. Our workshops will help you to be a more effective participant or a better chair of a meeting. We explore constructive ways to deal with conflict, time management in meetings, individual influencing styles and achieving the best outcomes. You will come away with new, relevant ideas to make your meetings more effective.
Making the most of your time (half day)
We will show you how to get control of the ‘stuff’ in your life. You will come away with your own tools and techniques to help you become more efficient and to get on with the important things in your life. The content is based on tried and tested methods but is not prescriptive.
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Our training courses include:
Communication skills (one day)
Many organisations do not communicate well internally and to the outside world. In this workshop you will explore the way in which you communicate and influence others. You will come away with new ideas to improve your effectiveness and business relationships.
Business Networking Skills (one day)
Are you getting the most out of networking? Networking should be an integral part of your marketing strategy. In this workshop we will show you how to approach people, introduce yourself, make the most of new business opportunities and gain confidence. You will learn about building rapport, personality types, body language, LinkedIn and other social media to help you make your networking effective.
Stakeholder Engagement (one day)
We work with stakeholders in the charity, public and private sectors. The workshops enable people to understand the value of using Stakeholder Analysis for an organisation or in a project. We then explore the stakeholders’ interests and values and work on the best ways to communicate effectively with the variety of individuals and bodies.
Presentation Skills (one day)
We will show you how to impress people with your presentations and explain the importance of understanding your audience, having a clear message, research and preparation. You will learn innovative ways of using PowerPoint and other tools, the use of voice and body language. The session will improve your confidence and expand your range of techniques so you will be able to give a memorable presentation.
Effective Meetings (one day)
Companies and individuals waste time and energy on unproductive meetings. Our workshops will help you to be a more effective participant or a better chair of a meeting. We explore constructive ways to deal with conflict, time management in meetings, individual influencing styles and achieving the best outcomes. You will come away with new, relevant ideas to make your meetings more effective.
Making the most of your time (half day)
We will show you how to get control of the ‘stuff’ in your life. You will come away with your own tools and techniques to help you become more efficient and to get on with the important things in your life. The content is based on tried and tested methods but is not prescriptive.
Place Management
We deliver training to town centre managers on behalf of the Institute of Place Management.