6 Power skills for women in the workplace

In case you missed it, please follow this link to view our recent Webinar. Andrea Graham, Head of Training Delivery at Kwelanga Training, introduces six key power skills that can benefit woman in leadership.

Interpersonal Skills: What They Are And Why They’re Important To Getting Hired

The good news is that companies are hiring—but there is still significant competition for the best jobs. Of course, there is plenty of advice about what can set you apart and help you get the most in-demand roles—but at the top of the list are interpersonal skills. They are what employers want, and what can propel you ahead of other applicants.

What is a Power Skill?

Power skills (commonly referred to as soft skills or interpersonal skills) are behaviours that enable you to succeed in the workplace.

Developing these skills is essential for personal and professional growth. This takes time and consistent effort. It's an ongoing process that can greatly enhance your interactions with others and contribute to your overall success and well-being.

See below, a few of the training courses relating to power skills, offered by Kwelanga Training:

PROBLEM SOLVING AND

DECISION MAKING

[2 DAYS]

This programme is designed to identify problems and to make responsible decisions. The main focus is on the workplace, although the same principles can be used elsewhere. Business teams and leaders are equipped with a range of skills and strategies which will help them to manage and resolve the inevitable challenges which are part of any business process.

PERSONAL MASTERY

[2 DAYS]

Personal mastery involves seeing objective reality and aligning our subjective values with principles. Principles are guidelines for human conduct that are self-evident and have proven to have enduring value. Aligning personal values with these enduring principles result in inward strength of character, genuine caring, serving and increased productivity.

MASTERING BUSINESS COMMUNICATION

[2 DAYS]

Communication is the cornerstone of all our interpersonal relationships and the foundation of all areas of effectiveness in our lives. With the constant increase of pace, the complex choices we have to make and the range of communication channels available, we have to access new and smarter ways of communicating.

EMOTIONAL INTELLIGENCE

[2 DAYS]

Emotional Intelligence is the ability to identify, understand and control one’s thoughts and feelings, communicate them clearly to others and interact with empathy towards other’s emotions. This workshop explores the basis of Emotional Intelligence and gives guidelines on applying the theories in everyday situations that arise when working with people.

Essential Assertiveness

Virtual Instructor-led Training

29 August

The programme is a one-day workshop designed to explore the delegates’ interpersonal skills which enhance the ability to communicate successfully with clients and peers alike.

The course offers tools and techniques for developing and improving confidence through assertiveness skills in the work environment.

R1,975 per person (excl VAT)

Building Positive Workplace Relationships

Virtual Instructor-led Training

01 September

This learning programme is intended for all persons who need to develop strong, positive relationships in the workplace. It will give delegates the knowledge and skills to effectively manage their own emotions more effectively and understand colleagues’ emotional reactions.

In gaining these skills, the individual is equipped to handle diverse business relationships, so improving trust and respect.

R1,975 per person (excl VAT)

Sales Accelerator for Business Development

Virtual Instructor-led Training

7-8 September

The Sales Accelerator offers a practical approach for developing and sharpening essential sales skills.

The fundamentals of conventional selling, such as prospecting and making appointments with target customers, are combined with the latest techniques for sizing up key individuals and developing needs.

R3,950 per person (excl VAT)

Critical Thinking Skills

Virtual Instructor-led Training

30-31 August

In today’s society, many people experience information overload.

We are bombarded with messages to believe various ideas, purchase things, support causes, and lead our lifestyle in a particular way.

How do you know what to believe?

How do you separate the truth from the myths?

The answer lies in critical thinking skills.

R3,950 per person (excl VAT)

Professional Report Writing

Virtual Instructor-led Training

6-7 September

The programme has been developed to assist delegates to grasp the essential components of various types

of reports and their formats.

Delegates are shown how to plan, write and edit reports for use as executive

decision-making tools, including validation in order to present credible reports for management evaluation.

R3,950 per person (excl VAT)

The Corporate Receptionist

Virtual Instructor-led Training

11-12 September

You only have one chance to make an impression. It doesn’t matter if your organisation is large or small, for a client your company comes down to the professionalism received and image at the front desk.

The Corporate Receptionist workshop develops front line staff to become highly professional and efficient when dealing both face to face and telephonically with clients.

They will understand the importance of communicating in a corporate and courteous manner to both internal and external customers.

R3,950 per person (excl VAT)

Minute Taking for Meetings

Virtual Instructor-led Training

12 September

The Minute Taking for Meetings workshop has been developed to prepare office professionals with the skills they need to be effective in running meetings and keeping accurate minutes.

R1,975 per person (excl VAT)

Emotional Intelligence

Virtual Instructor-led Training

19-20 September

R3,950 per person (excl VAT)

Finance for Non-Financial Managers

Virtual Instructor-led Training

18-19 SeptemberMBER

The programme is designed to provide Non-Financial Managers with a better understanding of the dynamics involved in financial management and to equip them with practical experience. Delegates will be given the ability to interpret financial statements and use the information to make a financial decision.

R3,950 per person (excl VAT)

Perfect Presentation Skills

Virtual Instructor-led Training

20-21 September

This course will give the delegate the tools to present to both large and small audiences.

The delegate will learn the skill of adapting to different audiences in varying presentation circumstances including formal presentations, meetings, interviews, negotiations, debating sessions and team presentations.

The focus is on gaining skills through practical application of the theory and skills covered.

R3,950 per person (excl VAT)