Training

We specialise in non-technical training that helps your staff relate to others, internally and externally - often described as 'people skills' or 'soft skills'.

From presentation skills to giving great feedback, leadership skills to training other employees - we are here to help your people to be their best selves at work.

Bridgford Consultancy’s style is lively, involving and stretching. Our emphasis is on interactivity, involving delegates throughout courses with practical exercises to deliver experiential learning, both in-person and online. We work in a facilitator-coach style, encouraging the cohort to coach each other and provide generative feedback in sessions.

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Presenting With Impact - online and in person

A practical, intensive workshop for presenters at any level to learn presentation skills best practice, practise and refine their personal presenting style, with extensive feedback from an expert trainer and their colleagues.

Participants will develop personal impact and confidence, adopting techniques for delivering their essential message clearly and with meaning, whether virtually or in the room.

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What you’ll learn:

    • Prepare and structure targeted, impactful presentations tailored to a specific audience;

    • Deliver online and in-person presentations with impact and credibility, receiving detailed feedback from trainer and colleagues;

    • Understand and practice key principles of ‘owning the space’, including posture, body language, movement, vocal delivery and remaining calm under pressure;

    • Engage the audience using visual aids, interactivity, hooks and powerful questions;

    • Develop techniques to handle tough questions effectively and resolve difficult situations;

    • Review recordings of your performance to gain an objective viewpoint.

Keywords: Presentation skills, presenting, virtual presentations, in-person presentations, using Powerpoint, presenting online

  • 'Amazing. Our trainer was incredible, very knowledgeable and very easy to listen to and get along with. Genuinely the best training course I’ve had in the apprenticeship.'

  • 'Exceptional. Great with small group and relaxed atmosphere, especially when learning to be comfortable when presenting.'

  • ‘Exceeded my expectations, I've picked up some great tips, learnt a lot about myself.’

  • ‘This helps me perform to a higher standard and hit targets which I previously felt have been unattainable.’

  • 'It was great. The tutor was very informative and helpful, kind and considerate.'

  • 'The format and delivery was perfect. Didn’t feel rushed or too content heavy, and had a relaxed feel. Very interactive and feel like we’ve bonded as a group in such a short space of time. '

  • 'Both Diana and James were fantastic course facilitators, very engaging, motivating and enthusiastic.'

Focus on What Matters

Time is a finite resource – so how can we make the very most of what we have? How do we prioritise what’s truly important over what simply seems important? In our distraction-saturated digital world, how can we achieve a focused, mindful state of flow? And how do we find the time for this in our increasingly busy diaries?

The tools and techniques in this highly interactive and practical workshop are proven and have been found to be especially effective in the hybrid working environments many businesses are now adopting. By the end of the day participants will have a wealth of options to ensure they’re working smarter, more efficiently, and to alleviate the risk of burnout.

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What you’ll learn:

    • Employ powerful techniques to develop trust with colleagues;

    • Collaborate more effectively with others, digitally;

    • Use the 4D technique to maintain control of your inbox and tasks;

    • Use the ERRC retro to review projects and change working practices;

    • Use the important/urgent Eisenhower matrix for effective prioritisation;

    • Reduce distractions to simply get on with the job.

    • Use the Pomodoro technique to achieve focused flow;

Keywords: prioritisation, focus, time management, planning techniques, getting things done

  • ‘Great open discussion and empowering… Great flow to the course.’

  • ‘The structure of the day was very good… Very engaging, loved it.’

  • ‘Format was brilliant, lots of interaction.’

  • ‘Great delivery and really enjoyed the breakout session, this ensured maximum engagement.’

  • ‘Format was very interactive, regular breaks to keep the mind focused. Especially like the outdoor walk task.’

  • ‘I really enjoyed the course, actually felt I can take something away and put it into my working day to help myself.’