Presentation, Communication & Marketing
Click here for Training Providers specialising in Presentation, Communication & Marketing
Click on the links below for Presentation, Communication & Marketing training courses in the following regions:
THE HUMAN EDGE
Bypassing fear: How to hold a risky conversation
Sun, 29 Aug 2010
Helping corporate communicators to sparkle
Wed, 19 May 2010
Communicating effectively with stakeholders, utilising social media platforms and polishing up on organisational communication skills are three of the the main focus areas for a new range of courses. The practical and hands-on courses will help all those who wish to improve on their communication skills.
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EFFECTIVE COMMUNICATION
Straight Talk - communicating effectively
Sun, 07 Mar 2010
Skills Portal recently spoke to Maureen Collins, communications strategist and 'people expert' on the basics of effective communication. As facilitator for Alusani Skills & Training Network, Maureen presents a fresh outlook on communication strategies for women in the workplace.
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BUSINESS REPORT WRITING
Secrets to writing a good business report
Tue, 16 Feb 2010
On any given work day, most employees will admit that writing a business report or proposal rates as one of the most unpleasant work tasks. Whether we care to admit it or not, the thought of writing a professional report or proposal presents a daunting challenge. Skills Portal's Ishara Maharaj uncovers some good advice courtesy of Bev Riemer, expert business report & proposal writing facilitator.
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THE COMMUNICATION ACADEMY
Customer service – it’s all about attitude
Mon, 28 Sep 2009
It is important to understand that customer service is not merely a set of skills. It is in fact an attitude, writes Delia Thompson. I do believe that as a country, corporate, government and private sector we have the necessary skills. But quite frankly we need to work on our attitudes.
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THE COMMUNICATION ACADEMY
Write a great speech
Thu, 17 Sep 2009
Remember the three T's of Presenting: Tell them what you're going to tell them, tell them and then tell them what you have told them, writes Delia Thompson.
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QUO VADIS COMMUNICATIONS
Closing date for applications around the corner- hurry and book now
Mon, 07 Sep 2009
Quo Vadis Communications' highly acclaimed Organisational Communications course runs over two sessions of three days each, with the first session beginning on 28th September, and the second session beginning on the 26th October.
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QUO VADIS COMMUNICATIONS
Bookings open for September course in Cape Town
Wed, 19 Aug 2009
Bookings have opened for the six-day Organisational Communications course, run by Quo Vadis Communications, to be held in Cape Town in September and October. The course has been tailored to meet the needs of both the Corporate and Civil Society sectors.
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QUO VADIS COMMUNICATIONS
More courses set for August and September
Wed, 01 Jul 2009
Quo Vadis Communications will run two additional courses in August and September to meet demand. The popular six-day courses will be hosted in both Johannesburg and Cape Town.
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RED RIBBON COMMUNICATIONS
Don’t lose your voice in the cool economic climate
Wed, 01 Jul 2009
It is problematic to view PR as a "nice tool to build a bit of a profile", when it is really interaction with all those who come into contact with your business. Ronel Bester writes,"If you cut your PR budget, you won’t stop communicating, you will just do it less effectively, and this will have an impact on your profile with your stakeholder groups."
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COMMUNICATIONS TRAINING
Polish your writing and editing with Quo Vadis in Cape Town
Thu, 21 May 2009
“The course changed my life – I moved from dreaming of being a writer to becoming one. I am ever grateful to Theo Coggin and his Quo Vadis team for setting me on the path to where I am today,” says Burgie Ireland, writer and participant of the Organisational Communications course to be held in Cape Town in June and July.
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DIGITAL MARKETING
Businesses have to use all communication channels available
Mon, 18 May 2009
E-commerce is based on coporate interest in online communication channels, where activity in digital networking sites such as Twitter, LinkedIn, Plaxo and more have become a direct channel to market and a highly effective business tool. Add email marketing and online PR to the mix, and there are exciting times ahead for corporations in cyber space.
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Click here for Training Providers specialising in Presentation, Communication & Marketing
Click on the links below for Presentation, Communication & Marketing training courses in the following regions:
THE HUMAN EDGE
Bypassing fear: How to hold a risky conversation
Sun, 29 Aug 2010
What do you do if you’re at lunch with your boss and he or she makes a racist joke? Or one of your team members swears, even in front of clients, and ignores requests to stop? Helene Vermaak, Kerry Patterson and Eric Patten have some tips on how to hold a risky conversation.
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QUO VADIS COMMUNICATIONSHelping corporate communicators to sparkle
Wed, 19 May 2010
Communicating effectively with stakeholders, utilising social media platforms and polishing up on organisational communication skills are three of the the main focus areas for a new range of courses. The practical and hands-on courses will help all those who wish to improve on their communication skills.
...moreStraight Talk - communicating effectively
Sun, 07 Mar 2010
Skills Portal recently spoke to Maureen Collins, communications strategist and 'people expert' on the basics of effective communication. As facilitator for Alusani Skills & Training Network, Maureen presents a fresh outlook on communication strategies for women in the workplace.
...moreSecrets to writing a good business report
Tue, 16 Feb 2010
On any given work day, most employees will admit that writing a business report or proposal rates as one of the most unpleasant work tasks. Whether we care to admit it or not, the thought of writing a professional report or proposal presents a daunting challenge. Skills Portal's Ishara Maharaj uncovers some good advice courtesy of Bev Riemer, expert business report & proposal writing facilitator.
...moreCustomer service – it’s all about attitude
Mon, 28 Sep 2009
It is important to understand that customer service is not merely a set of skills. It is in fact an attitude, writes Delia Thompson. I do believe that as a country, corporate, government and private sector we have the necessary skills. But quite frankly we need to work on our attitudes.
...moreWrite a great speech
Thu, 17 Sep 2009
Remember the three T's of Presenting: Tell them what you're going to tell them, tell them and then tell them what you have told them, writes Delia Thompson.
...moreClosing date for applications around the corner- hurry and book now
Mon, 07 Sep 2009
Quo Vadis Communications' highly acclaimed Organisational Communications course runs over two sessions of three days each, with the first session beginning on 28th September, and the second session beginning on the 26th October.
...moreBookings open for September course in Cape Town
Wed, 19 Aug 2009
Bookings have opened for the six-day Organisational Communications course, run by Quo Vadis Communications, to be held in Cape Town in September and October. The course has been tailored to meet the needs of both the Corporate and Civil Society sectors.
...moreMore courses set for August and September
Wed, 01 Jul 2009
Quo Vadis Communications will run two additional courses in August and September to meet demand. The popular six-day courses will be hosted in both Johannesburg and Cape Town.
...moreDon’t lose your voice in the cool economic climate
Wed, 01 Jul 2009
It is problematic to view PR as a "nice tool to build a bit of a profile", when it is really interaction with all those who come into contact with your business. Ronel Bester writes,"If you cut your PR budget, you won’t stop communicating, you will just do it less effectively, and this will have an impact on your profile with your stakeholder groups."
...morePolish your writing and editing with Quo Vadis in Cape Town
Thu, 21 May 2009
“The course changed my life – I moved from dreaming of being a writer to becoming one. I am ever grateful to Theo Coggin and his Quo Vadis team for setting me on the path to where I am today,” says Burgie Ireland, writer and participant of the Organisational Communications course to be held in Cape Town in June and July.
...moreBusinesses have to use all communication channels available
Mon, 18 May 2009
E-commerce is based on coporate interest in online communication channels, where activity in digital networking sites such as Twitter, LinkedIn, Plaxo and more have become a direct channel to market and a highly effective business tool. Add email marketing and online PR to the mix, and there are exciting times ahead for corporations in cyber space.
...moreKnowing how to present yourself in business is crucial in today’s quick-paced, multimedia world.
Without it, the interviewer won’t call you back, colleagues will be doodling on their notepads or shuffling away to the loo, and the next big contract will fall easily into your competitor’s lap.
Communications trainers agree that delivering a presentation or speaking in front of a group of people – whether they’re social acquaintances or strangers – is a common human fear.
Communication skills training is usually designed to fit a client’s requirements; whether their interest is in radio, web or television interviewing, public speaking or business writing. The macro goals are to build confidence, communicate efficiently and to develop your public persona.
Effective communication training may include anything from pitching for business, to writing for web and other online media, to project management, negotiation skills, coaching and mentoring, customer service and more.
To contact a business communications or presentation skills training provider, please visit the Skills Portal training directory.
Contributors - Paul Tomes
Good presenters are great storytellers
Fri, 14 Sep 2007
Watch the faces of small children as they gather around their teacher at story-time. You will recall how we were all held spellbound by the art of good storytelling. It’s hard to find an audience more eager and willing to absorb every detail of the story. Children are visibly delighted when the storyteller brings the characters alive with sound effects and actions.
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Into the Spotlight
Fri, 14 Sep 2007
Producing a corporate video newsletter may be an economic way to communicate with hundreds of employees spread throughout the country, but getting the CEO to deliver the message could be disastrous … unless of course they are as talented as Michael Parkinson or Oprah Winfrey.
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Does anyone have a question? …uhhh, anyone?
Fri, 14 Sep 2007
How many presentations end with the immortal words “are there any questions?”
In South Africa this can trigger absolute silence! It seems as if it’s not in our nature to leap to our feet with an immediate question …it usually takes a moment or two for some brave soul to break the ice and this can feel like a lifetime for the presenter !
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Using visuals … is the tail wagging the Dog?
Fri, 14 Sep 2007
Armed with a basic knowledge of PowerPoint and a rough idea of what needs to be said, the average presenter today is quite capable of producing a barrage of visuals to support a typical presentation.
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CHARTERED MARKETER SA Mastery in marketing - recognising success
Wed, 25 Mar 2009
Experienced marketers in South Africa are encouraged to apply for the Chartered Marketer SA, which recognises both marketing practitioners and chartered markerter distinctions - challenging those who have excelled in their careers to apply for certificates.
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DIGITAL MARKETINGDigital marketing trumps the recession
Thu, 12 Mar 2009
According to new research, online marketing is set to grow despite the global recession. The latest study from Forrester Research shows enterprises will increase their focus on online marketing in 2009 and build on the collective growth and adoption of social media sites and consumer interaction.
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PUBLIC RELATIONSWhen the going gets tough, the tough use PR
Thu, 12 Mar 2009
In times of volatile economic conditions and uncertainty it is perilous to discard the role of public relations and marketing. The fact is that it is precisely under trying socio-economic conditions when essence of effective communication makes all the difference.
...moreFoundation Course in Photography
Fri, 26 Dec 2008
An introduction to photography, the foundation course teaches the basics of digital and analogue photography from photographing the image to printing it and analysing its meanings and concepts.
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LIVING DYNAMICSReceptionists can create business, or scare it away
Thu, 13 Nov 2008
No matter how good the rest of your organisation, you can still lose a lot of business if your potential customers are treated badly on arrival. How confident are you that your front line staff are creating a great first impression? Living Dynamic's Caroline Tough shares some tips for receptionists.
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