This training course will feature:

• Positive thinking and planning
• The importance of setting clear objectives
• Managing resources, assessing risks
• Setting priorities
• Leading teams

By the end of this RECTUS training course, participants will be able to:

• Link business, team and individual objectives
• Apply the cycle of improvement to planning practices
• Recognise the impact of positive thinking on staff motivation
• Identify key elements needed to enable high performing teams
• Understand the impact of change and how to manage employees

This RECTUS training course is suited to any professional wanting to learn or refresh their planning skills. It is also suitable to a wide range of professionals but will greatly benefit:

• Professionals wanting to learn practical management techniques for good planning, organizing themselves and others and delegate effectively
• Individuals who are responsible for managing any type of group or team
• Professionals who want a refresher in planning techniques
• Professionals who wish to overcome resistance to change
•  Professionals wishing to enhance their ability to manage people

This RECTUS training course will utilise a variety of proven adult learning techniques to ensure maximum understanding, comprehension and retention of the information presented. This includes presentations and interactive practical exercises, supported by videos, activities and case studies. Daily reflection supports learning and retention of information. Exercises are chosen which relate to the work experiences of delegates, to help them make connections between theories and their place of work. A safe atmosphere encourages delegate participation and opportunities to share and learn with others.

Day One: Creating Positive Attitudes to Change

• Planning for Change
• Challenging our base assumptions
• The cycle of improvement
• Positive thinking techniques
• Competences: Actions & Behaviours
• Delivering high standards of performance

 Day Two: Business Planning

• Defining Business Scope
• Setting clear objectives
• Reviewing organisational capabilities
• Business v project planning
• Identifying Keys to Successful outcomes
• Managing & mitigating risks

 Day Three: Skills for Successful Implementation

• Leaders’ role in employee attitudes
• Delivering clarity of purpose
• Motivating ourselves and others
• Managing and leading teams
• Managing oneself in time
• Delegating & empowering people

Day Four: Effective Team Planning

• Teams or work groups
• Characteristics of high performing teams
• Team objectives v business objectives
• Team Roles v Individual Roles
• Developing team spirit
• Team behaviours

 Day Five: Success Depends on Individual Performance

• How people respond to change
• Overcoming resistance to change
• Why change is a constant
• Setting team goals
• Linking team and individual goals
• Personal action planning

A RECTUS attendance certificate will be awarded to all participants who complete at least 80% of the total course duration.