As a leadership coach for many years, I’ve had the privilege of working with professionals from all walks of life as they step out of their comfort zone to pursue goals and stretch boundaries towards progressing their career aspirations. In the process, they often stumble before they reach their desired results. Coaching, by its nature, …
Failing vs. Falling: How Mindset Shapes Our Success Read More »
In today’s rapidly changing professional landscape, technical proficiency and role-specific skills no longer guarantee career advancement. Employers are increasingly looking for individuals with strong people skills or who are willing to upskill to enhance their soft skills. Soft Skills are those intangible qualities that facilitate effective collaboration, adaptability, problem-solving and leadership. Recognising and cultivating these …
Bridging the Skills Gap: The Key Role of Soft Skills in Career Growth Read More »
This week I was prompted to look at the current landscape of leadership development for a client I am currently collaborating with on an exciting project. I wanted to summarise in my mind and outline for our client the clear trends we see daily in leadership development training. If you are a professional pursuing a …
Over the years, I’ve had the absolute pleasure of seeing so many of our students take their careers to the next level because they decided to study a QQI course. I continue to be amazed at how much of a difference it makes! I’ve watched people who were very unsure about stepping up in their …
QQI Level 6 Courses – a Gateway to Career Success Read More »
The future of work is not a distant concept anymore—it’s happening right now. Based on fascinating research from the World Economic Forum (WEF), we’re seeing new jobs that not only respond to a pandemic-shaped reality but will define the way we live and work in the next decade. Jamais Cascio, a futurist whose work I …
Jobs of the Future – Insights on the World of Work in 2030 Read More »
Over the past few months, I’ve had countless conversations with customers, business owners, and managers grappling with the same challenge—aligning business needs with the realities of remote and hybrid work. Unsurprisingly, with teams spread out across locations and time zones, particularly disjointed cross-functional teams, it’s harder to ensure everyone is on the same page. I kept hearing …
Reading the Room Maintaining Communications in Online, and Hybrid Work Environments Read More »
As the seasons change, so do the opportunities for growth and development. This autumn, New Links Training Solutions is excited to announce a range of new courses designed to elevate your skills and career. Whether you’re looking to enhance your strategic thinking, improve stakeholder engagement, or foster a more respectful workplace, our expert-led courses offer …
Unlock Your Potential This Autumn with Our New Courses at New Links Training Solutions! Read More »
As the seasons change, so do the opportunities for growth and development. This autumn, New Links Training Solutions is excited to announce a range of new courses designed to elevate your skills and career. Whether you’re looking to enhance your strategic thinking, improve stakeholder engagement, or foster a more respectful workplace, our expert-led courses offer …
Unlock Your Potential This Autumn with Our New Courses at New Links Training Solutions! Read More »
As we approach the Autumn many of you may consider upskilling through part-time or full-time courses. In recent years more than ever, you have more options regarding how you participate in training and further education. Traditional bricks-and-mortar or face-to-face learning, once the only method available, now shares the space with online (virtual) learning and hybrid …
Online vs. Face-to-Face Learning; Choosing the Right Path for Your Success Read More »
In this month’s blog, I will explore the subtle skills associated with delegation – in our work, we find that delegation comes naturally to some people whilst others struggle to learn this essential skill set. Effective delegation is a cornerstone of successful leadership, it is an essential skill for managers, supervisors, and leaders who aim …
Delegation – Empowering Leaders, Managers, and Supervisors Read More »