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I think I might be the 'difficult delegate!' I've just spent two days being a delegate on a workshop doing a spot of professional development. I knew before I attended that the style of the workshop was going to be a challenge for me - different style of hosting, low key, slow pace, lots of feelings... shudder! But, I didn't expect how much I would react to this in the moment. Day one I finished exhausted from holding back just incase it disrupted the group. Day two I made a conscious decision to be more 'me'. In fact I even announced it in our morning check-in. (Basically this just meant asking more questions to clarify practical application, bringing the energy up in, and adding some humour.) My main learning from the two days was less about the content, but a reminder that the trainer / facilitator sets the pace and tone for the session, and when this is at odds with a delegate/s it can lead to opting out and acting out. I don't actually believe in 'difficult' delegates - just different ones. And it's our role as Trainers and Facilitators to be more conscious of our choice to adjust to ensure learning takes place. (P.s. The group was great, the location and weather allowed for lots of outside discussions... always a bonus, and I'm very glad I went. There's learning in every situation.) #curiouslighthouse #learninganddevelopment

✅ It's a wrap! The first part of our two-day training with 7 incredible groups is in the books and what an experience it was! This week, public servants from the Government of Curaçao dove headfirst into our Personal Effectiveness training, and the energy was off the charts. We explored some powerful themes using the brilliant @teamheldenspel.nl cards infused with some powerful “habits for highly effective people” by Steven Covey and here’s what we uncovered together. To be more effective be mindful of: 🔑 Self-awareness; understanding your archetype to better connect with yourself and others. 🤝 Team insight; building stronger, more effective collaboration. 💡 Proactive mindset; taking initiative with a forward-thinking approach. 🗣️ Communication; knowing your archetype language and using SMART and STARR strategies for clarity and impact. ⏳ Time management; managing priorities effectively with a dynamic time matrix for you to manage tasks and tasks not managing you. 💆♀️ Self-care; ensuring balance for sustainable success. We laughed, learned, and leveled up and this is just the beginning! Part two is coming soon, and we can’t wait to see what’s next. What’s your favorite tip for personal effectiveness? Drop it below 👇

What problems do you solve? I caught up with a friend today (thanks Kate Pa'u) seeking her advice and input. After I proceeded to get all excited sharing this super cool rad licensed trainers programme I'm running and how does she think I might get more in-house facilitators interested and she says "Cool, looks good. But what problems does it solve?" and I'm like...hmmmmm. I've done the research, I know the value and benefits. It's the launch pad, complete marketing and workshop kits, the time and energy saving, the incredible resources (wank wank wank) - then realised I'm too in it to actually articulate clearly defined problems and solutions. Poof! Mind blown. Back to basics. The workplace training programme I've been delivering for years (called Communicate Powerfully) is proven to create real change. An 85 NPS score supports that, among pages of amazing words, testimonials and pie graphs stating 100% 'Strongly agree's. And, I've finally articulated what problems it actually solves. Thanks Kate 😘 What's a question you ask, or have been asked, that's brought things back to basics? https://lnkd.in/g7u27WXM #effectivetraining #communicationskills #communicationtraining #askgreatquestions #continuousimprovement #problemsvssolutions

Back by popular demand, our Master Trainer Jon Yeo is running his second (free!) group on Matched focused on how you can get and keep attention in the workplace. 🔥 Kicking off on Sept 18 for 4 sessions, the outcomes you can expect are: 1. Understand and apply the principles of empathy in communication ☎️ 2. Utilise data-driven insights to influence effectively 📈 3. Develop practical strategies for sustained engagement 🚀 This group filled in 48 hours last time so jump in quick: https://lnkd.in/gJmy69Wj

Our clients often feel they speak too quickly but they also think slowing down = boring So what’s the truth? What’s really important to understand is this: Speaking with true gravitas requires contrast in pace, a balance. There MUST be a mix of faster and slower pace. Why? Because your audience will always need contrast. If they don’t get it, they will tune out, it’s a simple ass that. If you always speak at a slow pace, the audience will become bored. If you always speak at a fast pace, they won’t be able to keep up and become tired. What happens when your audience is bored or tired? THEY DISENGAGE! As a rule of thumb: “Pace up” the background (or not important) information “Pace down” the important information This is classic tension/release at work. It allows your audience to focus on what’s important. *** If you're curious to know more about how we could support you, and to hear about our work with other clients through bespoke, one to one and in-company training all over Ireland and Europe, drop us a line info@confidentspeak.com

Q&A can be daunting for any speaker or trainer, but it doesn't have to be—if you're prepared. Preparation? For Q&A? Isn't Q&A all about being improvisational, on-the-spot, in-the-spotlight, and fielding an interrogative rebuttal to every word you've said? No, it just FEELS that way. And yes, you can prepare. In this video, I break down the three most common (and toughest) questions speakers and trainers face—and show you how to handle them with confidence, expertise, and maybe even a little humor. Link to video in comments! #PublicSpeaking #CommunicationSkills #TrainerTips #QAConfidence #SpeakerTraining

Highlights from our interactive Q&A session! Question 1: What are the key factors to consider in building and maintaining a strong professional relationship in a corporate environment? Answer: Be mindful and focus on your personal brand. A strong personal brand will take your organization a long way—it’s not about short-term gains. Question 2: What role does effective communication play in corporate relationship management, and how can one improve it? Answer: Communication is vital. Whatever the channels, ensure clarity to avoid conflicts and misunderstandings. Even if conflicts arise, having clear communication in writing can help resolve them effectively. Stay tuned for updates on our corporate training programs, bootcamps, and workshops. 🌐 Discover more: www.eclatmax.com 📞 Contact us: +91 9812345678 #eclatmax #ProfessionalRelationships #CorporateTraining #PersonalBranding #EffectiveCommunication #ConflictResolution #corporatetraining

Last Friday, our team took a break from the daily grind and dove headfirst into a full-day training session with Edita Kaminskaite, a wise Sustainable People Strategy Consultant and Communication Skills Instructor extraordinaire. And many many other titles of wisdom. Now, we know what you're thinking, "Ugh, another post about yourself." But hold your horses! This wasn't typical snoozefest. Edita had us on the edge of our seats, sharpening our skills to serve you better than a five-star hotel. So here's the inside scoop: 💥 We train to be better at selling your authenticity - Our aim is to represent your unique strengths and values effectively; 💥 We train to better understand your needs and transform them into actions - We strive to listen to you carefully and deliver results that align with your expectations; 💥 We never stop learning, as the world keeps changing all the time - Continuous improvement is at the core of what we do, ensuring we stay ahead in the ever-evolving business landscape. A loud shout-out to our fearless mentor and teacher Edita Kaminskaite, for an unforgettable training session that left us empowered, and maybe a little bit sore (from all the mental callisthenics, of course). #TrainingDayFTW #ClientLove #ProfessionalDevelopment #AllianceForRecruitment #CommunicationSkillsOnPoint #TeamTrainingRocks

One of these pugs is not like the others…. But they all have four legs, two big buggy eyes, croissant style rolls and a button nose, right? 🐶 But if you had to choose one, I’m pretty sure you’d choose Daisy Pug! ❤️ It’s the same thing when you’re selecting a learning and development partner. Find one who ✅ focuses on your needs ✅ understands your problem statement ✅ delivers training which drives skill and not just knowledge ✅ adds more value than expected ✅ has their finger on the pulse on learning and performance innovation ✅ prioritises quality, flexibility and collaboration ✅ fully gets your environment and context Not all training and learning suppliers are the same. Get in touch here 👉🏻 https://lnkd.in/gFXvM-Gm #LearningAndDevelopment #FutureSkills #Collaboration #OnlineTraining