UPCOMING SESSIONS
Effective Briefing Notes
(October 28-29, 2024, from 12:30-4:00 EST)
Learning objectives
By the end of this experiential workshop, participants will be able to:
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Outline concrete actions to take to get sharp before writing;
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Explain how the audience specifically impacts their writing (e.g., level of detail, language);
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Describe what is required in each section of a briefing note for information and decision; and,
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Draft a high-level summary for a briefing note.
Delivery format: Zoom
Cost: $450.00
To register, please contact Nathan directly at nathan@spectrumsolutions.com
Effective Oral Briefings and Presentations
(November 20-21, 2024, from 9:00-12:30 EST)
Learning objectives
By the end of this experiential workshop, participants will be able to:
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Explain the importance of structure when developing and delivering a short oral briefing;
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Demonstrate effective in-person and virtual communication skills (i.e., verbal and non-verbal);
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Describe how to deliver an impromptu oral briefing;
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Outline concrete actions to help manage nervousness; and,
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Deliver a structured, two-minute oral briefing.
Delivery format: Zoom
Cost: $450.00
To register, please contact Nathan directly at nathan@spectrumsolutions.com
Negotiation Skills
(November 25-26, 2024, from 9:00-12:30 EST)
Learning objectives
By the end of this experiential workshop, participants will be able to:
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Explain different approaches to negotiation (i.e., hard, soft, principled);
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Describe important elements in each step of the negotiation process (i.e.,
preparation, probing, proposing/countering); -
Rank and weigh negotiation items/issues and develop stretch goals, goals, and
bottom lines for each; -
Identify probing questions to better understand their negotiating counterpart;
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Separate a negotiator’s position(s) from their interest(s);
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Assess proposals and counter strategically with concessions to improve outcomes; and,
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Respond to difficult negotiators and provide feedback.
Delivery format: Zoom
Cost: $450.00
To register, please contact Nathan directly at nathan@spectrumsolutions.com
Successful Applications to Government Jobs
(December 9-10, 2024, from 9:00-12:30 EST)
Learning objectives
By the end of this experiential workshop, participants will be able to:
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Interpret job posters so they can develop comprehensive applications;
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Turn their essential experiences into persuasive stories that showcase their skills, abilities and lessons learned;
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Anticipate exam and interview questions and develop structured answers;
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Avoid common pitfalls in applications, exams and interviews; and,
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Develop answers to recent exam and interview questions AND receive feedback from the instructor.
Delivery format: Zoom
Cost: $450.00
To register, please contact Nathan directly at nathan@spectrumsolutions.com