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Being a subject matter expert, an outstanding professional and a competent communicator is often not enough to get that job you want—you need to speak the language of your prospective employer and fulfil their (often very specific) requirements and formats. Job applications and CVs incorporates our experienced facilitators’ insights and observations of both the public and private Read more about <a href="https://www.eventbrite.com.au/e/job-applications-and-cvs-31-october-tickets-36380096849?ref=estw">Job applications and CVs – 31 October</a>[…]

In an environment in which truths and facts are becoming increasingly subjective, professionals must have sharp analytical thinking skills to shape their research, decisions, recommendations and communications. Analytical and critical thinking covers the bases of evidence and substantiation, discerning and classifying data and reaching valid and logical conclusions. Core skills in analysis and structured, logical thinking positions Read more about <a href="https://www.eventbrite.com.au/e/analytical-and-critical-thinking-26-october-tickets-36380077792?ref=estw">Analytical and critical thinking – 26 October</a>[…]

Negotiations are a part of every human interaction, more so in professional environments where you are not only representing yourself and your interests but also your organisation and its concerns. Negotiation skills outlines basic approaches to conduct effective negotiations conducive to the best possible outcomes for you and your organisation. From how to present and justify your Read more about <a href="https://www.eventbrite.com.au/e/negotiation-skills-25-october-tickets-36379912297?ref=estw">Negotiation skills – 25 October</a>[…]

Engaging with stakeholders is a crucial part of any role. Every task that you tackle as a professional is directly related to the interests and roles of others—be it clients, managers, collaborators, competition or affected parties. Engaging effectively with stakeholders provides you with a structure to identify stakeholders, understand their interests and effects on you as a Read more about <a href="https://www.eventbrite.com.au/e/engaging-effectively-with-stakeholders-24-october-tickets-36379907282?ref=estw">Engaging effectively with stakeholders – 24 October</a>[…]

Often, written documents fulfil a much more complex role than merely explaining or presenting information. In professional environments they are a means to persuade and influence decisions and outcomes for organisations and for the public. Writing to influence equips professionals with the skills to structure arguments logically, discern and classify facts, reach valid and substantiated conclusions, and Read more about <a href="https://www.eventbrite.com.au/e/writing-to-influence-19-october-tickets-36379736772?ref=estw">Writing to influence – 19 October</a>[…]

Delivering an engaging and compelling oral address is an oft-forgotten art. There is more at play than having sound content and argument and delivering it audibly. Presentation skills draws on the principles of classical rhetoric to equip professionals with tools to structure their content logically, to deliver confidently and to represent themselves and their organisation as undisputed Read more about <a href="https://www.eventbrite.com.au/e/presentation-skills-18-october-tickets-36379734766?ref=estw">Presentation skills – 18 October</a>[…]

In an environment in which truths and facts are becoming increasingly subjective, professionals must have sharp analytical thinking skills to shape their research, decisions, recommendations and communications. Analytical and critical thinking covers the bases of evidence and substantiation, discerning and classifying data and reaching valid and logical conclusions. Core skills in analysis and structured, logical thinking positions Read more about <a href="https://www.eventbrite.com.au/e/analytical-and-critical-thinking-17-october-tickets-36379728748?ref=estw">Analytical and critical thinking – 17 October</a>[…]

In an environment where written documents are the basis for all official communications and records, professionals must be able to communicate complex ideas clearly in writing. Foundation writing equips professionals with techniques to structure arguments persuasively and clearly. From the basics of grammar to an overview of sensitivities in the political and professional environment, Foundation writing builds your skills Read more about <a href="https://www.eventbrite.com.au/e/foundation-writing-12-october-tickets-36379725739?ref=estw">Foundation writing – 12 October</a>[…]

The task of managing effectively involves the ability to tackle difficult conversations, handle conflict and provide possibly unwelcome feedback. Giving challenging feedback provides managers and supervisors with skills to give difficult feedback tactfully to improve the performance of their teams. From active listening skills to clear and direct communication, this workshop will provide you with tools to Read more about <a href="https://www.eventbrite.com.au/e/giving-challenging-feedback-11-october-tickets-36379722730?ref=estw">Giving challenging feedback – 11 October</a>[…]

Your performance and contribution to your organisation as a professional is highly dependent on your professional development conversations with your managers. Preparing for a professional development conversation will provide you with a structure to define your objectives, devise a work plan and present it to your manager. From an overview of strategic direction applied to your skills Read more about <a href="https://www.eventbrite.com.au/e/preparing-for-a-professional-development-conversation-10-october-tickets-36379715709?ref=estw">Preparing for a professional development conversation – 10 October</a>[…]