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    8 tips for getting the most from induction training

    It is a good idea for every organisation to run some form of structured induction event for new starters. This can range from a 1 hour briefing to a more formal event lasting several days or weeks. Even if the business is expanding from 1 to 2 people a conversation (mini induction) should occur.


    7 ideas for positive thinking

    7 ideas to get you thinking more positively





    Communication

    The wrong words can damage your communication health.

    Every day we use thousands and thousands of words speaking to ourselves and to other people. Yet how often do we actually think about the words we use. Without knowing it we may be limiting our chances of success!


    Development tips

    Development tips

    A living journal, regularly updated with tips and ideas around personal and people development.


    Managing stress

    In this article we will examine a variety of techniques to help manage stress.

    This should result in higher motivation levels, increased staff retention, increased perfromance and productivity, a reduction absense levels and more happy and contented people.


    The 4 steps for ‘building powerful and effective teams and team relationships’

    This is a logical and highly effective structured skills development approach designed to develop the soft skills of ‘people who manage and supervise people.’ It is the result of 20 years of people development and leadership experience, has taken 18 months plus to develop and includes a flexible programme of 24 courses, with flexible delivery options, to satisfy the requirements of each of the 4 steps.


    The 4 steps for ‘building powerful and effective customer and people relationships’

    This is a logical and highly effective structured skills development approach designed to develop the soft skills of ‘people who work with people.’ It is the result of 20 years of people development experience, has taken 18 months plus to develop and includes a flexible programme of 18 training courses to satisfy the requirements of the 4 steps.