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A key topic for great leadership, right now.

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The Kilmann Method for Conflict Negotiation

In projects, conflicts are commonplace, stemming from factors like diverse personalities, competing priorities, and tight deadlines. Successful project managers possess the skill to navigate these conflicts, preserving team dynamics and achieving objectives. Utilising the Thomas-Kilmann Conflict Mode Instrument (TKI) allows them to assess team members' conflict resolution styles, enabling effective communication and collaboration, maintaining project momentum and ensuring successful outcomes.

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The Kilmann Method for Conflict Negotiation

RACI Matrix
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RACI Matrix

The RACI matrix can be one of the simplest and most effective tools that a project manager can use to define and document project roles and responsibilities. The RACI matrix is more than just a nice to have document in your projects. When paired with other project management methodologies it transforms from a useful tool into an invaluable one.

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RACI Matrix

The Purpose, Format and Significance of the PMP
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The Purpose, Format and Significance of the PMP

Behind every successful project is a solid project management plan. The project management plan is a comprehensive document that outlines all aspects of the project, from its purpose and objectives to its scope, schedule, budget, and quality parameters. It is a roadmap that guides the project team from start to finish. With a well-crafted project management plan, you can achieve your project goals on time, within budget, and with the desired level of quality.

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The Purpose, Format and Significance of the PMP

VUCA Analysis
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VUCA Analysis

VUCA, standing for Volatility, Uncertainty, Complexity, and Ambiguity, encapsulates the challenges of today's dynamic business environment. It highlights the need for adaptive strategies and resilient leadership to navigate rapid changes, unpredictable outcomes, intricate interdependencies, and ambiguous situations effectively.

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VUCA Analysis

Project Development and Control
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Project Development and Control

Strong project management skills are critical to delivering against goals. Exploring this core unit on project development and control will equip you with the knowledge and skills you need to effectively develop and manage the elements of a project for your organisation and demonstrate your understanding of effective project management and application.

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July 2018 Apprenticeship Issue

Organisational Financial Management
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Organisational Financial Management

Effective financial management is the foundation of every successful business – all managers and leaders should be well versed in this area. Exploring this core unit on organisational financial management will equip you with the knowledge and skills you need to understand financial systems and controls, and the impact of external factors on organisational management.

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September 2018 Apprenticeship Issue

Managing Team and Individual Performance
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Managing Team and Individual Performance

Being able to get the best performance from individuals in your team and deliver overall team performance is a critical skill for managers and leaders. This month, we’re focusing on the knowledge and skills you need to get the best from the people in your team.

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May 2018 Apprenticeship Issue

Being a Leader
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Being a Leader

Effective leaders lead people but also, crucially, need to embody the culture and ethics of an organisation.

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October 2018 Apprenticeship Issue

Delivery of Value
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Delivery of Value

Value is important in business, if a business is not successful, then it runs the risk of no longer being in existence. Owners are therefore driven by a need for value. When deciding to invest, the value of that investment needs to be understood. In general terms that is quite a simple thing to understand, we can measure expenditure and then compare that to the return generated from it. In coaching this is not quite so simple, what does value look like when dealing with human performance.

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Delivery of Value

Meeting the needs of Organisations and Clients in Coaching
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Meeting the needs of Organisations and Clients in Coaching

Coaching will always present a problem, a dilemma of some sort, an issue that needs serious consideration in order to find the right solution. Sometimes that issue will be for the coachee to solve, other times it will be for the coach themselves, in the case of the latter, one of the biggest issues is balancing the needs of one (the coachee) with another (their organisation). This is never simple as what a coachee feels they need to focus on may not always align with their organisation.

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Meeting the needs of Organisations and Clients in Coaching

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Better Management Training, Better Results

Better Management Training, Better Results

Our professional development courses are available to individuals or teams. Funded via the apprenticeship levy, the UK’s government apprenticeship scheme.

Essential Training to Grow Your Small Business

Essential Training to Grow Your Small Business

You can now get the same leadership, management and customer service training as the world’s most successful companies – funded via the government apprenticeship levy.

Maximise your Apprenticeship Levy

Maximise your Apprenticeship Levy

The Apprenticeship Levy, now in its third year, can on the face of it appear complex and inflexible and is often overlooked as a solution to recurring HR and L&D challenges. The good news is, the Levy doesn’t have to be disruptive at all.

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“The quality of support I have received from my coach has been extremely high. His coaching is considered, tailored and aligned to my personal experience, career stage as well as my day-to-day balancing of responsibilities. My apprenticeship has helped to bolster my confidence that I am taking a reasonable approach with some challenging clients.”

Liane Langdon

Director

Clarity Consulting Associates

“The apprenticeship with KnowledgeBrief was transformative, improving my leadership, strategic decisions, and confidence. I gained skills in planning, change management, financial acumen, and stakeholder engagement. Completing with distinction, I secured a new contract and expanded my consultancy.”

Sally Kee

Programme graduate

Grosvenor Health and Social Care

“The coaching course through KnowledgeBrief was well-structured, balancing theoretical and practical knowledge. The platform is easy to navigate, providing access to support and promoting a solid understanding of coaching fundamentals. The resources provided have been comprehensive.”

Sandra Ajidahun

Senior Talent Partner

Publicis Groupe

“KnowledgeBrief has great content and is detailed in the area I am developing in. The system is very clear and easy to use and navigate. Thanks to my Skills Coach for his support and guidance. I apply my course knowledge and experience, such as team performance, leadership styles, and the Eisenhower Matrix, to manage tasks effectively.”

Jonny Burrows

Assistant Manager

Cheltenham College

“The apprenticeship has greatly enhanced my understanding of strategic work and how different areas of the organisation operate. It has boosted my confidence to ask questions and take on senior-level tasks. Studying has pushed me out of my comfort zone, showing me my capabilities and improving my overall performance.”

Lauren Mitchell

HR Manager

Canterbury Oast Trust

“The support has been timely and professional and, since starting, I have increased my knowledge through the online platform and workshops. I'm covering subjects like business understanding, communication, and operational plans - which has boosted my confidence. I have thoroughly enjoyed the experience and would recommend it.”

Jason Windsor

Operations Manager HVAC

DENSO Manufacturing UK Ltd

“As a result of this apprenticeship, I have gained confidence at work. I've developed key skills in project management, communication, and technical processes, and have improved my performance through focused feedback. I am now better prepared to contribute to the team's goals and tackle future challenges.”

Cristian Condurache

Software Engineering Team Lead

Reach

“I have seen positive work improvements using what I’ve learnt about leadership, communication, and decision-making. I highly recommend the easy-to-use KnowledgeBrief platform with visual progress tracking, extra resources, and valuable information.”

Sharon Boia

EHS Manager

Abcam

“This journey has strengthened my strategic vision, stakeholder management, team and organisational influencing skills, and, most importantly, my confidence in communication. The structured learning and the tailored guidance has proven invaluable in giving me direction and purpose as a senior leader.”

Sam Dykes

Accounts Manager

Milling International Marketing Ltd

“This course improved my performance by helping me create strategies, demonstrate values, develop my team, identify growth areas, and gain leadership principles like communication, conflict resolution, and strategic thinking. I highly recommend it to anyone looking to strengthen their leadership abilities and make an impact.”

Linda Evans

UK Head of Product, Pricing & Marketing

Ferdinand Bilstein UK

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