The O P A L Foundation
Supporting YOU on your Journey of Self Discovery
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The O P A L Foundation
Supporting YOU on your Journey of Self Discovery
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| Inter-Personal SkillsCourses designed to assist people with their personal development. These include communication skills, presentation techniques, assertiveness, equal opportunities, building self-esteem and stress management. Assert YourselfThis event is designed to be an initial introduction into assertiveness, enabling participants to gain a clearer understanding of what it means – and takes – to be assertive. Participants will learn effective techniques enabling them to improve their self-esteem and becoming more assertive.
Course IP1 One Day Developing Assertiveness
Gives a good grounding into using assertiveness skills as an alternative to passive, manipulative or aggressive behaviour. Participants will develop their knowledge and understanding in the areas of improving self-esteem, coping with criticism and communicating needs, wants and feelings. Course IP2 Two Day Assertiveness SkillsAction Steps to Create Visibility and Take Charge of Your Life Assertiveness has been a hot topic for more than a decade. People who master assertiveness skills go further - faster - in today's environment than those who react passively or aggressively to workplace challenges. While other training resources on assertiveness concentrate on the "why," this unique session focuses on the "how to." By applying the powerful action steps outlined, you'll discover how to tap into your abundant supply of assertiveness. As a result, you'll increase your self-confidence, boost your effectiveness and guarantee your success! Here's What You'll Learn: · The 3 R's to assertive success: roles, responsibilities and relationships · Why aggressive and passive behaviours damage your effectiveness
· How to respond positively to the negative messages others send · Proven techniques for communicating more assertively · Assertive ways to deal with a variety of difficult people and tough situations Course IP3 Two Days Straight Talking: The Art of AssertivenessThis event shows you how submissive behaviour causes people to be ignored, and how very damaging aggressive behaviour can be to everyone involved. The event teaches that the value of assertive behaviour is that you can be honest with yourself and others, without negative emotion. You'll Learn How To:
Course IP4 One Day Interview Skills and TechniquesAn essential course for anyone who wishes to improve their performance both when interviewing others or when being interviewed. The content allows participants to expand their knowledge and skills in interviewing techniques that can be used in a wide variety of situations.
Course IP5 One Day Dealing with StressConsiders the causes of stress and methods to cope with stress related situations. Participants will address their own stress levels and gain a greater understanding of how to alleviate these.
Course IP6 One Day Being an Effective Team MemberParticipants will gain an understanding of the benefits of functioning as part of a team and develop their skills to allow them to be an effective and respected member of the team. The course will show how to develop a team approach to work for those who work as part of a group and also for those who work primarily on their own.
Course IP7 One Day Time Management: Ideas That WorkHow do you use your time? Could you make better use of it? In the session training Programme "Time Management: Ideas That Work" you'll learn time-management techniques to help make you more effective both on and off the job. You'll learn to: · Eliminate those unexpected interruptions · Tackle that mound of paperwork on your desk and make it go away · Read and write more effectively · Make the most out of the limited time you have
Course IP8 One Day How to Get Things DoneAn achiever's guide to better time management Does "too much to do, too little time" describe your life? Take heart! This exciting programme is jam-packed with ideas, techniques and solutions to eliminate timewasters, so you can start spending your time more wisely. You'll Learn How To: · Determine what's important and what can safely be put on the "back burner" · Delegate - what to delegate - who to delegate to - and how to make sure the work is done right · Use time-management skills to enjoy more personal time with friends and family · Overcome procrastination to get started on any project no matter how big or overwhelming it may seem · Utilise foolproof methods for managing three external distractions - meetings, phone calls and visitors · Overcome perfectionism that can slow down your accomplishments, bringing your projects to a standstill · And so much more!
Course IP9 Two Days Time Management: Get the Most out of Your TimeIt’s 6am and you’re already at your desk. In a desperate attempt to be productive, you plan to work – uninterrupted – until the frenzy of regular business hours begin. You don’t have to rise before dawn to be effective at work. You just need to attend Time Management: Get the Most out of Your Time. You can take hold of your time. You can take hold of your schedule. You can manage your job more effectively. This time-saving session training Programme will help you: · Use the simple ABC System to prioritise your jobs · Deal with and conquer time-wasting procrastination tactics · Block off time each day for uninterrupted work · Plan for and shorten phone calls to cover only necessary information · Understand the importance of saying “no” to save your time · Carefully organise meetings to reduce their time and increase their effectiveness
Course IP10 One Day
How to Make Winning PresentationsOne of the greatest fears for most is making a presentation in front of one person or a group. The fear is real and, for many, it can be devastating to an otherwise promising career. With this training programme, you'll learn to develop the skills necessary to make every presentation a success. You'll learn how to: overcome jitters; appear calm and composed; deliver what audiences expect; and much more. Book now and improve your skills in the crucial activity of making presentations! Course IP11 Two DaysSpeak for YourselfDesigned to assist those who find it difficult when faced with speaking in a formal situation - from an important telephone call to a hall full of people. Participants will gain knowledge on managing nerves, developing their voice, preparation before speaking and projecting confidence.
Course IP12 One Day Positive Presentation TechniquesIdeal for people who are involved in addressing groups, public speaking and giving presentations. Participants will develop their skills in delivering information to an audience in a constructive and precise manner. They will also learn how to use techniques to make presentations more informative and interesting, gaining practical experience of using visual aids and giving a short presentation. Course IP13 Two Day + One Day follow up session (optional)
Positive Strategies for Self Development
A comprehensive course which looks at techniques for successful self-development. Participants will be encouraged to recognise what they have to offer, identify these as valuable resources and develop them. They will be motivated to realise their potential for change and self-fulfilment. Participants will look at ways to improve self-esteem, assertiveness, personal management skills and coping with stress. Course IP14 Three Days Interpersonal Skills at WorkCovers a variety of topics to help participants develop a range of interpersonal skills including: - assertiveness, listening and understanding, advising, making and breaking a relationship and dealing with confrontation.
Course IP15 Three Days
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