Soft Skills Training in Coimbra

This instructor-led, live training in Coimbra (online or onsite) is aimed at beginner-level office managers who wish to learn knowledge and skills in filing techniques and documentation management. By the end of this training, participants will be able to:

• Understand the principles of effective filing systems.
• Learn techniques for managing and controlling both physical and electronic documents.
• Develop skills in creating, maintaining, and archiving records.
• Apply best practices for documentation management to improve organizational efficiency.

This instructor-led, live training in Coimbra (online or onsite) is aimed at beginner-level professionals who wish to explore fundamental ethical theories, develop ethical decision-making skills, and understand the role of protocol in maintaining integrity and professionalism. By the end of this training, participants will be able to:

• Understand fundamental ethical theories and principles.
• Develop skills for ethical decision-making.
• Recognize the significance of protocol in professional settings.
• Learn to navigate ethical dilemmas and conflicts of interest.
• Understand the role of ethics and protocol in different industries.

This instructor-led, live training in Coimbra (online or onsite) is aimed at beginner-level sales and marketing professionals who wish to leverage neuroscience in their sales practices, ultimately leading to better customer interactions and increased sales success. By the end of this training, participants will be able to:

• Understand the fundamental principles of neuroscience relevant to sales.
• Learn how to apply neuroscience to improve sales techniques and customer interactions.
• Develop skills to create compelling sales pitches based on neuropsychological insights.
• Gain insights into customer behavior and decision-making processes.
• Enhance emotional intelligence and rapport-building skills.

This instructor-led, live training in Coimbra (online or onsite) is aimed at beginner-level to intermediate-level professionals who wish to learn how to use storytelling techniques to improve work relationships, engage teams, and convey key messages effectively. By the end of this training, participants will be able to:

• Understand the fundamental concepts of storytelling and its business applications.
• Structure an effective story using key narrative elements.
• Apply storytelling techniques in different workplace scenarios.
• Leverage storytelling for leadership, motivation, and conflict resolution.

This instructor-led, live training in Coimbra (online or onsite) is aimed at beginner-level team leaders and managers who wish to understand and leverage personality types to build stronger team cohesion, enhance communication, and manage team dynamics effectively. By the end of this training, participants will be able to:

• Strengthen team cohesion through understanding and leveraging different personality types.
• Manage diverse personalities effectively.
• Enhance team communication and conflict management.
• Foster psychological safety and team identity.

This instructor-led, live training in Coimbra (online or onsite) is aimed at anyone who wishes to enhance their coaching and communication skills. By the end of this training, participants will be able to:

• Understand the impact of coaching and effective communication on peer-to-peer engagement.
• Learn and apply the different coaching and communication best practices.
• Improve communication and influencing skills.
• Conduct coaching sessions with confidence.

This instructor-led, live training in Coimbra (online or onsite) is aimed at beginner-level to intermediate-level professionals and managers who wish to enhance their critical thinking, decision-making, and problem-solving capabilities in personal and professional contexts. By the end of this training, participants will be able to:

• Identify biases and logical fallacies in reasoning.
• Apply critical thinking techniques to real-world scenarios.
• Improve decision-making processes through structured analysis.
• Enhance problem-solving strategies for complex situations.

This instructor-led, live training in Coimbra (online or onsite) is aimed at trainers, consultants, leaders, and communicators in any field who wish to efficiently and effectively facilitate web conferences using different virtual platforms. By the end of this training, participants will be able to:

• Learn how to facilitate online meetings for remote participants effectively.
• Create a safe and engaging virtual environment for web conferences by setting the right tone and mindset.
• Manage online meetings more efficiently by choosing a suitable platform and getting comfortable with the technology.
• Keep participants engaged by stimulating online conversations.
• Build deeper connections with participants and other practitioners to learn collectively and gain valuable insights.

This instructor-led, live workshop in Coimbra (online or onsite) is aimed at business professionals who wish to integrate mindfulness into their work environment to boost productivity, leadership, and well-being.By the end of this training, participants will be able to:

• Understand the science and principles behind mindfulness.
• Develop self-awareness to enhance decision-making and leadership skills.
• Improve concentration, productivity, and emotional intelligence.
• Manage workplace stress, uncertainty, and high-pressure situations.
• Foster a positive and collaborative work culture.
• Apply mindfulness techniques to enhance creativity and problem-solving.

This instructor-led, live training in Coimbra (online or onsite) is aimed at beginner-level HR professionals and team leaders who wish to develop effective reskilling and upskilling strategies to prepare their workforce for the evolving demands of the technology sector. By the end of this training, participants will be able to:

• Learn the tools and strategies to identify skills gaps and design impactful reskilling and upskilling initiatives.
• Foster a culture of continuous learning to adapt to the rapid changes in the technology sector.
• Implement effective measurement and feedback mechanisms to ensure ongoing program alignment and success.

This instructor-led, live training in Coimbra (online or onsite) is aimed at intermediate-level to advanced-level commercial management professionals who wish to strengthen their interpersonal and decision-making skills for improved business outcomes. By the end of this training, participants will be able to:

• Enhance customer interactions through anticipation, assertive communication, and market knowledge.
• Strengthen teamwork, adaptability, and problem-solving skills.
• Develop effective decision-making, disciplined execution, and delegation techniques.
• Improve negotiation, innovation, and change management skills.

A highly participative course involving individual and group discussions and skills practice to enable delegates to share ideas and develop their skill levels. Audience Anyone who is looking to enhance their assertiveness skills Aim This course aims to raise confidence and increase the delegate’s ability to communicate confidently and assertively with colleagues and customers. Objectives By the end of the programme the participants will:

• Understand and overcome the barriers to being assertive
• Recognise behaviour traits within yourself and others and learn effective strategies for managing them
• Communicate effectively with a wide range of people to achieve a win-win situation wherever possible
• Effectively manage difficult situations.

This course aims to improve public speaking skills of the trainees by practical exercises supported by relevant theory. It's designed for everyone, mostly conference speakers and team-meeting presenters.

The Team Roles identified by Dr Meredith Belbin are used extensively in organisations worldwide. This course will guide you through the Team Roles theory to help identify ways to use your strengths to your advantage and manage your weaknesses as best you can. The course is suitable for individuals who want to learn to function better in, or improve their management of, teams. It is also ideal for existing teams, who, together, can examine ways to work more effectively in their specific environment.

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Communication skills have long been recognised as essential to professional success and many a career has stalled, faltered or stagnated thanks to a lack of communication skills. Contrary to urban myth, few of us are born with this skill, instead most have either practised or learned from mistakes. This course is designed to assist delegates to improve their communication skills and in consequence their ability to work with others. Mediation skills are subtly yet meaningfully different. Excellent communication is a pre-requisite but more important is the ability to listen and take note of what is being said. The role of the mediator is to help parties reach a solution to their problem and to arrive at an outcome that both parties are happy to accept. Mediators avoid taking sides, making judgements or giving guidance. They are simply responsible for developing effective communications and building consensus between the parties. This course also covers the wider range of skills, in addition to communication, that are required to be an effective mediator.

Change management is a process that aims to effectively introduce change in an organization to achieve desired goals and adapt to a changing environment. It requires understanding the reasons why change is necessary, identifying areas requiring modification and clearly defining the goals and benefits that the change is to bring. Change management is a dynamic process that requires flexibility, openness to feedback and readiness to adapt the strategy depending on people's reactions and changing conditions. It is also crucial to understand that change will not always be easy, so it is important to create a plan that takes into account both organizational goals and the needs of individuals in the change process.

Course has been prepared as an interactive one. The participants activity takes over 80% of course time. Each session goes according to a similar dynamic, based on a method taking upon consideration Kolb’s cycle of learning: exercise opening for a new habit (consciousness building); short lectures about the techniques (knowledge) and new techniques to practice (skills and experience). After each session is completed, the participants will receive all the info related to the session. There are short lectures concluding practical issues and explaining the basic psychological mechanisms realted with participants' work experience.

Purpose The need for individuals with strong business acumen, interpersonal skills, and leadership capabilities has never been greater. This course aims to equip professionals from all specialisms with the knowledge and skills needed to collaborate and communicate effectively. Mastering Communication and Collaboration aims find common ground between specialist, and non-specialist individuals to improve communication in all areas of the business. It incorporates actionable strategies and real-world examples and tips, and will help you improve your skills and become a more effective communicator and collaborator - whether you're an aspiring leader or an experienced professional. The purpose of the course is to help attendees become more effective in their professional lives by supplementing technical 'hard skills' with essential 'soft skills'. Attendees will

• be better able to integrate themselves into organisations through understanding the dynamics of organisations outside specialist functions
• learn how to best to collaborate and communicate technical issues to the mutual benefit of speaker and listener
• Be better able to deliver specialist information to lay audiences

Format of the Course

• Interactive lecture and discussion.
• Interactive problem-solving sessions.

Course Customisation Options

• To request a customised training for this course, please contact us to arrange.

By the end of the course, delegates will be able to:

• Appreciate the need to manage their own behaviour before they can influence others’ behaviour
• Understand the strengths and weaknesses of the various communications media available
• Manage their internal and external customers and stakeholders

Format of the course The course will be a highly-interactive combination of:

• Facilitated Discussions
• Slide Presentations
• Exercises and
• Case Studies

Delegating tasks and motivating employees are key skills for effective team management. It involves understanding employees' competences, clearly defining expectations while at the same time trusting and delegating responsibility. Regularly check progress and offer constructive feedback to motivate employees: Recognize achievements: Publicly and privately recognizing employee successes strengthens motivation to continue working. Involving employees in decision-making processes gives them a sense of an important role in the company. An organizational culture that promotes respect, support and work-life balance motivates employees to perform better. Act in line with the values and expectations you set for your employees to inspire them to take action. Effective delegation of tasks and motivating employees requires flexibility, empathy and constant adaptation to the team's needs. Employee support, understanding their motivation and skill development are key elements of success in this area.

Effective interpersonal communication is a key skill in both personal and professional relationships. It involves focusing on the interlocutor and understanding his or her perspective, as well as expressing interest in what he or she is saying. Using clear and simple messages to avoid misunderstandings, understanding and appreciating other people's feelings, needs and point of view. Effective communication means expressing one's thoughts and feelings responsibly, without violating other people's boundaries, with awareness of cultural differences, which helps avoid misunderstandings resulting from differences in intercultural communication. Effective interpersonal communication is the key to building lasting relationships, solving problems, team cooperation and achieving success in both professional and personal life. This is a skill that is worth constantly developing and improving.

The Ishikawa Diagram, also known as the fishbone diagram or cause-and-effect diagram, is a tool created by Kaoru Ishikawa. It is used to visually depict the potential causes of a specific event or problem, facilitating the analysis of the factors that might contribute to a particular issue. The diagram resembles the skeleton of a fish, hence the name "fishbone," and is used to identify and organize the causes of an issue systematically. It is particularly useful in product development and quality management processes, where identifying the root causes of problems is crucial. The Ishikawa Diagram helps teams brainstorm and categorize causes, such as methods, machinery, materials, manpower, and environment, to find the root cause of a quality or performance proble​m

Cultural differences can have a significant impact on teamwork. Different cultures may prefer different communication styles, such as direct, indirect, expressive, or more evasive. This may lead to differences in the interpretation of messages. Gestures, tone of voice, and words used can have different meanings in different cultures. Something that is acceptable in one culture may be offensive in another. Different cultures may have different approaches to hierarchy in the workplace. Some cultures may be more hierarchical, where decisions are made by people higher up in the hierarchy. Cultures differ in their approach to working time and deadlines. Some cultures may value punctuality more, while others may be more flexible. Different cultures may have different approaches to conflict. Some cultures may avoid confrontation, while others may prefer open conflict resolution. In some cultures, decisions are made after consultation and team discussions, while in others decisions are made by a single leader. Different cultures have different perceptions and approaches to diversity. It is important to build awareness and respect for cultural differences in the workplace. In teamwork, it is crucial to understand and respect cultural differences. Building an atmosphere of open communication, respect and flexibility in accepting diversity can help manage cultural differences and create an effective work environment. This also opens the door to benefiting from diversity through diverse perspectives and ideas.

The training is intended for managers, HR specialists and everyone who is responsible for conducting appraisal interviews with employees. Thanks to participation in the training, Managers: - they will appreciate the importance of assessing employees, - they will learn to use the grading system to build motivation and commitment, - will be perceived as fair assessors, - learn to have difficult conversations with employees, - learn what standards of behavior they should present during evaluation interviews, - they will learn about their strengths and weaknesses in communication and receive tools for improvement, - they will increase their sense of self-confidence in contacts with subordinates and in difficult situations.

Objectives of the Course:  After this 2-day course, the trainees/participants will be             

• i. Develop a deeper understanding of the element s that ensures effective public speaking and delivery.
• ii. Build techniques that will ensure a development of high-level capabilities in delivering ideas on a wide range of audience in any number of population/participants.
• iii. Apply learnings in boosting confidence, influence and persuasion abilities
• iv. Appreciate the importance of public speaking skills in the personal and professional development of the individual. 

Methodologies:

• Instructor Led Training
• Role Playing 
• Personality and Confidence Building Games
• Return Demonstration and Actual Delivery of Ideas in Public Forum

Best Performers Criteria are as Follows: Originality of Content = 15% Complexity of Delivery = 20% Effective Flow of Idea = 15% Mastery of the Subject = 30% Clarity of Materials = 10% Personal Delivery and Confidence = 10%

This instructor-led, live training in Coimbra (online or onsite) is aimed at beginner-level professionals who wish to understand stress dynamics, learn practical strategies to manage stress, and implement techniques to enhance well-being in the workplace. By the end of this training, participants will be able to:

• Identify personal and workplace stressors.
• Distinguish between productive and negative stress.
• Apply practical techniques to reduce and manage stress.
• Develop resilience through empowerment exercises.

Audience Staff who need to be fully prepared to deliver high-quality training sessions Format of the course A combination of:

• Facilitated Discussions
• Delegate Presentations – with full feedback

By the end of the course, delegates will be able to:

• Prepare and structure an effective training session
• Prepare themselves properly for that training session
• Deliver that training session with confidence
• Use the various visual aids that a trainer might choose to employ in creating a stimulating session
• Deal with the different types of people who they will encounter in their training courses

This instructor-led, live training in Coimbra (online or onsite) is aimed at females who wish to learn about the roles and expectation of women in leadership. Through a variety of exercises and discussions, participants will strengthen their confidence and develop essential management and business skills as a leader on their path to becoming role models in their organizations. By the end of this training, participants will be able to:

• Understand the role of female leaders in organizations.
• Develop a leadership mindset.
• Demonstrate leadership in team management and decision making.

Program Overview As the target group is middle and senior management, they are certain to have experience in negotiation. Our aim is to develop more complex approaches that will allow us to become more effective negotiators. This course will build on the knowledge that participants already have to develop them further as stronger and more experienced negotiators. The win-win approach focuses on finding ways to help both sides feel successful, rather than just focusing on getting what we want. This methodology helps to form long-term relationships and partnerships – with clients, suppliers and within our own organization - and creates a positive basis for future negotiations. There is no point crushing the other party in a negotiation only to find that you need to work with this organization again. The result of such a scenario is that future business will be difficult to secure. We want to enable senior management to use their own strengths and personal experiences, further develop their natural skills, and to use a framework that really works. You will learn to approach every negotiation with a plan and the knowledge and confidence that you will be able to achieve your goals. The course is very interactive and engaging and you will learn negotiation from some of the best business schools in the world. Learning Outcomes: Following the training course, participants will be able to:

• Conduct a factual negotiation and achieve a positive outcome.
• Contribute to planning negotiations, for example to leave room for compromise with the other party to achieve a favourable outcome.
• Set negotiating goals and BATNA.
• Understand emotional intelligence and non-verbal communication and its importance.
• Know when to negotiate and when to walk away.
• Learn techniques to become more persuasive.
• Seek to find common ground with your negotiation partner.
• Use empathy to see their point and how to resolve problems.
• Learn behaviors styles to help you gain an advantage.
• Know the difference between interests and issues.
• Be aware of dirty tricks and combat manipulative techniques.
• Minimize and resolve conflict.
• How to negotiate effectively with different personality styles and types.
• Learn the four steps in the negotiation process.
• Discover various bargaining techniques and strategies to create options for win win gain and move negotiations from bargaining to closing.

Upon completion, participants will know how to negotiate effectively and solidify business relationships going forward.  Format of the Course

• The course methodology involves structured discussion, brainstorming, analysis, problem-solving, role-plays and simulations, presentations and case studies.
• Participants are actively involved at all stages.