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 […]
Good leadership skills & development training is not just about having people reporting to you, it is about managing them effectively, inspiring them to work better and ensuring they do so in a happy and safe environment. There are few topics more current then leadership, what it is, how it is defined and what ‘good’ […]
While the importance of culture within workplaces is more prevalent than ever, even some firms with the most polished messaging and image can be prone to elements of a toxic work environment, and the damage it can create. There is a common belief that susceptibility to a toxic work culture is most common during the […]
Continuing Professional Development or CPD is the process of continual learning. Professionals undertake CPD to keep up to date with changes in their field, as well as learn new skills, and develop their knowledge or experience. Certain industries and professional bodies require or encourage their members to undertake a certain number of CPD hours every year […]
Finding the right staff – and especially retaining them – is crucial for every company. One way to ensure you are getting the best out of your workforce is to invest in employee training. No matter how big or small your company, the quality of your employees has a huge impact to your company’s productivity […]
Negotiation is something which everyone does at some point in their professional lives, either regularly or on occasion. Most people would realise that they could do it better. Negotiating, and reaching an agreement, permeates every aspect of almost every and is a highly valued skill critical to success. A negotiating skills programme focuses on the […]
If you’re starting a business you’re going to need a website. For a start a website is an opportunity to make a great first impression and is a great way to connect with your customers. And of course it will provide the platform for you to conduct your business, be it selling a product, providing […]
In the fast-moving knowledge economy, effective time stewardship confers outsized competitive benefits to companies large and small. With a finite amount of hours available, how businesses systemize activities for productivity over busyness makes all the difference for success. Leaders especially, but entire workforces need tools to prioritize appropriately, enhance team-wide clarity, and speed informed decision […]
Lifelong learning, upskilling and continuous professional development are more important than ever before. Business and technologies are changing. As a result, it has become crucial for employees to upskill. You may have thought you were through with learning once you finished formal education, but it is unlikely to be the case. An educated workforce attracts […]
Performance management, and how to achieve as much productivity within a designated time frame is one of the most pressing issues for most businesses and organisatons, whatever your sector of operation or industry. Performance management courses are designed to have a definitive impact on the productivity outputs of your organisation. For managers and leaders they […]