Total Quality Management courses in Ireland

As a business evolves, those that work within it, at all levels become part of a unique community. Those that accompany the business on its journey are almost as critical to its success as those who established it. Investing in developing your staff through supports such as mentorships have strong long term benefits for what […]

Donald H Taylor takes a hard look at informal learning and asks if it is an opportunity or threat for learning and development professionals. For a while there everyone was talking about informal learning – at conferences, in books and on the internet. But what does informal learning mean? In particular, what does it mean […]

Once you have identified the type of job you are interested in, the challenge is to get it. This takes planning – you will need to create an arresting CV, for a start. Employers and HR managers receive hundreds of CVs every year, so if yours is confusing or badly laid out then chances are […]

Is return on investment analysis really worth the effort? Donald H Taylor does not think so, and his article cautions fellow trainers and their clients to steer clear of this troublesome issue. Wouldn’t it be wonderful if we could prove training’s value in money terms? Sure, really wonderful. So why don’t we do it? A […]

Being able to work in a frame of mind that is confident, and constructively assertive, is a massive asset for your career. In truth, building self-confidence and assertiveness is probably a lot easier than you think in concept, however people who are not naturally assertive commonly do not wish to become assertive, but training in […]

Training and mentoring programs provide in effective communication provides students with the skills and knowledge to further their personal development in terms of communication. The training consists of seminars, workshops and group work sessions to give students foundational, practical and applicable knowledge. Effective communication ensures clear expectations are set between the student and mentor. To […]

The onset of the pandemic has propelled managers, leaders and business owners into the slightly surreal world of sustained remote performance management. With the rapid onset of societal lockdowns, organisations were forced to make this transition quickly, and for the most part, without dedicated preparation or training. Let’s take a look at some of the […]

Public speaking can fill even the most seasoned professional with a sense of dread. Even if you don’t need to make regular presentations, there are plenty of situations where good public speaking skills can help you advance your career and create opportunities. Good public speaking skills are important in other areas of your life, as […]

Human Resources (HR) managers and professionals face particular challenges in terms of running an effective HR strategy in a team that is small and often multidisciplinary. No matter the size of your organisation, effective HR management is needed in order to meet consumer demands and to enable the smooth running of the business. Let’s take […]

Stress is dangerous, for your wellbeing, physical and mental and for the wellbeing of those around you. In terms of the workplace environment, stress and stressful environments are frequently cited as one of the largest issues of modern working life. Stress creates tension in the workplace, and severely inhibits productivity, work-life balance and the ability […]