Do you offer public workshops?
We specialize in delivering workshops on your organization’s site. We do not offer any public workshops where individual participants can register.

What is the difference between public and on-site training?
In a public workshop, the participants come from a variety of organizations and management cultures. And the instructor must try to meet the needs of all the participants. As a result, the subject matter tends to be more general. In an on-site workshop, the content can be tailored to meet the needs of the organization and the attendee . In addition, the time together often offers networking opportunities for staff.

How many people are required to run an in-house workshop?
Based on current pricing in the marketplace, it is generally less expensive to conduct on-site training if you have at least seven people who require training. You will also save more money if travel expenses are involved.

Are your workshops customized?
All our workshops are customized to some degree. With your co-operation and input we can develop examples and exercises applicable to the work environment of the participants.

Can we obtain references?
Definitely. We understand you want the best possible training for your staff. We are happy to provide you with references that are applicable to both the topic and your sector.

Are there any evaluations?
We provide evaluation forms for the participants to complete at the end of every workshop. Of course, if you have your own forms, we are happy to use them.

What is the quality of the workbooks?
All workbooks are comprehensive documents. They are digitally printed originals on premium-quality paper. The cover is printed in colour and includes your corporate logo. For full-day workshops, we use binders with coloured index tabs to separate the major sections of the workbook.

Do the participants receive a course completion certificate?
All workshop participants receive a course completion certificate containing their name, title of workshop, and the date of the workshop.

What additional training aids do the participants receive?
Besides the comprehensive workbook, each participant receives a laminated tip-sheet that contains a summary of the session’s key learning principles.

Are the trainers specialists?
All of our trainers are subject-matter experts who deliver training in a specialized field or limited range of topics. As a result, the expertise they bring to the workshop is invaluable in providing proven, current techniques and in responding to questions.

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Can the workshops be tailored to our needs?
The workshop outlines posted on the website can be the starting point for workshop content. Often, clients request less emphasis on some sections and greater depth in others. This is all part of our service.

How many people can the workshops accommodate?
Most workshops can accommodate up to 20 participants. For some topics, the number is reduced to 12 to allow time for individual exercises and feedback. An example would be the presentation skills workshops.

Who are your clients?
Ninety-five per cent of our clients are based in Canada. Many are in the Fortune 1000 listing of companies, and most of our clients have 75 or more employees. Our client list is a partial list of the companies where we have delivered training.

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The articles posted on the website offer valuable information and insights. You are free to use them in your in-house publications provided author credit is acknowledged and the copyright is respected. Details are posted on the website.

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