Your SPEECH NOTES : Prepare your speech notes with care when making a policy statement or presenting a formal paper.           If you are a professional, such as a scientist, a manager or a politician you will want to be reported accurately especially if reporters from the media are present.           You will need two…

MENTORING  Skills Mentoring is a learning and development partnership between a trusted and experienced person and someone who wants to learn.               It is a good way to train a new worker and a satisfying job for a  experienced worker.           Mentors can save you from making unwise decisions and…

  HELPDEX (1-75 titles)  Today people don’t have the time to read lengthy articles, that’s why a “Handful of Tips” was started. We aim to give you the best five tips on a selection of topics. We give you practical tips, not theory!             Where do they come from? They were collected from the advice…

PRAISING skills : Giving praise doesn’t always come naturally, but it is a leadership skill well worth developing.           Discover the power of praise – it will make your world a better place.           Praising and saying “Thank you, well done! ” is a neglected skill. A few words of appreciation and approval can improve…

Getting STARTED   Many people find starting work hard after taking a break. Here are a few trick to get you started. The five best tips on how to get started after a break * Before leaving work             Clean up the majority of your unfinished tasks.           Tidy your desk before you leave…

Teaching  ADULTS Most adults will be keen to learn if they know the training will benefit them directly. It should be timely and result in greater work satisfaction, increased self-esteem and give a better quality of life.    Five of the best tips when training adults * Training should be timely and relevant                  Adults…

Workshops : Workshops are powerful training tools when a group gets together in a quiet location to share experiences, to plan, to study, to solve problems and to extend their knowledge. Five of the best tips when running a workshop * Select a suitable site         Locate a suitable area well away from…

  Getting TASKS  done    The longer we put off  a difficult task the harder it becomes. We say – we are too busy, or the job is  too big to start just now.             A leader’s  procrastination can reduce the productivity of the whole team so try to make fast and sound decisions as…

Resolving CONFLICTS Clashes in the workplace are often due to personality differences or jealousies.  Most conflicts are usually the result of misunderstandings or poor communication.           Aim to improve communications, explain and discuss developments or changes in circumstances before they become a problem. Be honest and share your feelings. Five of the best ways to…

Need a LOAN? Do you need money to buy a property such as a house, or an apartment, or to help establish a new business?           Many new businesses fail because they are under- capitalised and you may need to borrow money to make sure your new business succeeds.           Before you apply for a…