Personal Skills Courses

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Personal Skills Training Across the South West

Our Personal Skills Training Courses help employees, managers and professionals develop the skills needed to work more effectively, communicate with confidence and achieve better results in the workplace. These programmes focus on individual development, helping participants build greater self-awareness, resilience, productivity and interpersonal effectiveness.

Whether you are looking to improve time management, communication, assertiveness, conflict management, active listening or personal effectiveness, our practical training courses provide techniques and strategies that can be applied immediately in the workplace.

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All of our Personal Skills courses are delivered by experienced trainers and tailored to the needs of your organisation. Training can be delivered onsite at your workplace or virtually, providing flexible learning options that fit around operational requirements.

We deliver Personal Skills Training throughout Cornwall, Devon, Dorset, Somerset and Wiltshire. Whether your organisation is based in Exeter, Plymouth, Truro, Taunton, Bournemouth, Poole, Bath, Bristol or elsewhere across the South West, we can provide engaging, practical and results-focused training for your team.


Conflict Management
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If workplace conflict is creating tension, damaging relationships or affecting performance, this conflict management training course gives your people practical tools to manage difficult situations with confidence and professionalism.

Designed for teams who need to handle disagreements, complaints or challenging conversations more effectively, the course focuses on de-escalation, communication, emotional control and constructive resolution.

Participants learn how to recognise the causes of conflict, respond calmly under pressure and use structured techniques to reduce tension, resolve issues and maintain positive working relationships.

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Aims of the course:

This conflict management training course is designed to help professionals manage workplace conflict effectively, reduce escalation and handle difficult situations with confidence and control.

Conflict can arise in many forms, from disagreements between colleagues to challenging customer interactions. This course focuses on developing practical conflict resolution and communication skills that enable participants to recognise early signs of tension, respond appropriately and guide conversations towards positive outcomes. It works particularly well alongside communication skills training where teams need to strengthen everyday workplace interactions.

Conflict Management Training Courses

Participants will develop greater awareness of their own responses to conflict, understand the behaviour of others and use clear, professional communication to de-escalate situations before they escalate further. The course also complements managing difficult conversations training, providing deeper techniques for handling sensitive or emotionally charged discussions.

For organisations, this training helps reduce workplace tension, improve communication and create a more professional and respectful working environment. Effective conflict management supports stronger teamwork, higher productivity and improved employee engagement. It is often delivered alongside management and leadership training to support managers in handling conflict within their teams.

Who will benefit from attending?:

This conflict management training course is suitable for professionals who need to handle workplace conflict, navigate difficult situations and maintain positive working relationships.

It is particularly valuable for:

  • Managers and team leaders – Addressing conflict within teams, managing performance issues and supporting employees through challenging situations
  • Customer-facing teams – Handling complaints, responding to difficult behaviour and using de-escalation techniques effectively
  • HR professionals – Supporting employees through sensitive situations and resolving workplace disputes
  • Supervisors and operational staff – Managing day-to-day issues and maintaining a professional working environment
  • Service-based roles – Communicating effectively in high-pressure or emotionally charged situations
  • Anyone involved in difficult conversations – Building the confidence and skills to handle conflict constructively

No previous training is required. The course is practical, accessible and relevant across a wide range of roles and industries.

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Reference Nr: BDCM
Group: Main Group
Experience Level: Standard
Developing Active Listening Skills Training Course
Want your team to listen more effectively and communicate better?
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Listening is one of the most important communication skills, yet it is often overlooked. This developing active listening skills training course helps individuals improve how they listen, understand others more effectively and respond in a more thoughtful and constructive way.

Designed for employees at all levels, the course focuses on building awareness of listening habits, improving concentration and developing techniques to listen actively in conversations.

Participants learn how to reduce misunderstandings, build stronger relationships and communicate more effectively by improving how they listen and respond.

Aims of the course:

This developing active listening skills training course is designed to help individuals improve how they listen, understand others more effectively and communicate with greater clarity.

Poor listening can lead to misunderstandings, errors and breakdowns in communication. This course focuses on developing awareness of listening habits and building practical techniques to improve attention, understanding and response in conversations.

Participants will learn how to listen more actively, ask effective questions and respond in a way that demonstrates understanding. The course also supports individuals in building stronger working relationships by improving the quality of their interactions.

Through practical exercises and real-world scenarios, participants develop the ability to reduce misunderstandings, improve collaboration and communicate more effectively in a wide range of workplace situations.

Who will benefit from attending?:

This developing active listening skills training course is suitable for individuals who want to improve their communication, reduce misunderstandings and build stronger working relationships.

It is particularly valuable for:

  • Managers and team leaders – Improving team communication and understanding employee needs
  • Customer-facing staff – Listening effectively to customers and responding appropriately
  • HR professionals – Supporting employees and handling sensitive conversations
  • Sales and account management roles – Understanding client needs and building stronger relationships
  • Administrative and support staff – Communicating clearly in day-to-day interactions
  • Anyone working in teams – Improving collaboration and reducing communication breakdowns

No previous training is required. The course is practical, accessible and relevant across a wide range of roles and industries.

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Reference Nr: PDDALS
Group: Main Group
Experience Level: Standard
Stress Management

Our 'Stress Management' training course, can be delivered in a classroom setting or via webinar. It is possible for webinar recordings to be uploaded to an eLearning platform, along with supplementary resources, quizzes and case studies for future access.

Aims of the course:

Stress is a double-edged sword - perceived correctly it can be a driver to success; when left unmanaged stress can quickly affect health, performance and the ability to cope.

This one-day course will help participants analyse stress and pull it apart and put it back together again in a constructive and positive manner.

Who will benefit from attending?:

Suitable for anyone who feels the need to reduce their stress levels at work or home.

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Reference Nr: PDSM
Group: Main Group
Experience Level: Standard
Time Management Training Course
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If employees are struggling to manage workloads, prioritise effectively or stay focused, this time management training course provides practical tools to improve productivity, organisation and efficiency in the workplace.

Designed for professionals at all levels, the course focuses on helping individuals plan their time more effectively, manage competing priorities and reduce the impact of interruptions and distractions.

Participants learn how to work more proactively, improve focus and take control of their workload, leading to better performance, reduced stress and more consistent results.

Aims of the course:

The aim of this time management training programme is to help participants develop practical strategies to manage workloads, prioritise tasks and improve workplace productivity.

Effective time management is one of the most valuable professional skills employees can develop. Poor planning, constant interruptions and unclear priorities can significantly reduce productivity and increase stress.

This course equips participants with a toolkit of proven time management techniques to help them:

  • Work more efficiently
  • Improve focus and productivity
  • Reduce workplace stress
  • Achieve a better work–life balance

Participants will leave the course with practical tools they can immediately apply to improve time management in their daily role.Time Management Training Courses

Who will benefit from attending?:

This time management training course is suitable for anyone who needs to manage competing priorities and workloads more effectively.

It is particularly valuable for:

  • Managers and supervisors
  • Team leaders
  • Office and administrative staff
  • Project coordinators
  • Professionals working in fast-paced environments

Organisations across the South West frequently use this course to improve employee productivity, organisation and workplace efficiency.

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Reference Nr: PDTM
Group: Main Group
Experience Level: Standard
Working Assertively and with Confidence

Our 'Working Assertively and with Confidence' training course, can be delivered in a classroom setting or via webinar. It is possible for webinar recordings to be uploaded to an eLearning platform, along with supplementary resources, quizzes and case studies for future access.

Aims of the course:

The aim of this interactive one-day training course is to help participants develop the ability to communicate assertively and with confidence. The course covers the practical techniques needed to ensure messages are delivered in such a way that they are positively received.

Who will benefit from attending?:

This course is aimed at individuals who work within situations in which they are required to manage situations assertively but who find doing so difficult.

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Reference Nr: PDWAC
Group: Main Group
Experience Level: Standard
Time Management Training in Somerset

Time Management Training Course in Somerset

Our time management training course in Somerset is designed to help individuals and teams take control of their workload, improve productivity and work more efficiently. Delivered across Somerset, including Taunton, Yeovil and Bridgwater, this practical course provides simple, effective tools that can be applied immediately in the workplace.

Many professionals struggle with competing priorities, constant interruptions and increasing workloads. This course helps participants develop a structured approach to managing time, enabling them to focus on what matters most, reduce stress and achieve better results.

Through interactive exercises, real-life scenarios and proven techniques, participants will learn how to prioritise effectively, manage distractions, plan their workload and improve overall performance. The training is tailored to your organisation, ensuring it reflects real workplace challenges and delivers measurable impact.

Aims of the course:

This time management training course in Somerset aims to provide participants with the practical skills, tools and confidence to manage their workload more effectively and improve overall productivity in the workplace. It focuses on helping individuals take a more structured and proactive approach to their time, enabling them to prioritise tasks, manage competing demands and reduce the pressure associated with busy working environments.

The course also aims to support participants in identifying time-wasting habits, improving focus and concentration, and developing strategies to handle interruptions, emails and unexpected demands more efficiently. By the end of the training, participants will be better equipped to plan their workload, make informed decisions about how they spend their time, and work in a way that supports both performance and wellbeing.

Time Management Training Courses in Somerset

You may also be interested in other business training courses in Somerset, designed to improve productivity, leadership and workplace performance across your organisation.

Who will benefit from attending?:

This time management training course in Somerset is suitable for professionals at all levels who want to improve how they manage their time, workload and priorities in a busy working environment.

It is particularly beneficial for individuals who feel overwhelmed by competing demands, struggle to prioritise effectively, or find themselves constantly reacting rather than working proactively.

The course is ideal for managers, team leaders and supervisors who need to balance their own workload whilst supporting others, as well as employees who are responsible for managing multiple tasks, deadlines and projects.

It is also valuable for teams experiencing high workloads, frequent interruptions or pressure to deliver results quickly, helping them to work more efficiently, reduce stress and improve overall performance.

 

“I’m leaving this course with lots of direction about how to get the most out of my work day and how to time manage my team. I can’t wait to put it into practice.”

Lucy, Team Leader, Kwintessential

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Group: Main Group
Experience Level: Standard
Time Management Training Dorset

Looking for Time Management Training in Dorset?

Our Time Management Training Course helps organisations improve productivity, prioritisation and workplace effectiveness through practical, instructor-led learning. We also deliver dedicated Business Training Courses in Dorset for organisations looking for face-to-face, in-house training.

We regularly deliver time management training for businesses across Dorset, including Bournemouth, Poole, Dorchester, Weymouth, Christchurch and surrounding areas.

Training South West delivers practical, face-to-face time management training designed to help teams improve organisation, prioritisation, focus and productivity within fast-paced working environments.

Aims of the course:

Time Management Training in Dorset

This Time Management Training Course in Dorset is designed to equip participants with practical tools and strategies to improve productivity, manage competing demands and work more effectively in fast-paced environments. The course focuses on developing clear prioritisation, structured planning and better control of time to support both individual and organisational performance.

Participants will learn how to identify time-wasting habits, improve focus and make better decisions about how they use their time. The course also aims to build confidence in managing workloads, meeting deadlines and maintaining performance under pressure—whether working in offices across Bournemouth and Poole or in operational environments across Dorchester and Weymouth.

By the end of the training, individuals will have a clear framework for managing their time more effectively, enabling them to reduce stress, increase efficiency and contribute more effectively to their teams and organisations across Dorset.

Who will benefit from attending?:
  • Professionals across Dorset struggling to manage heavy workloads and competing priorities
  • Managers and team leaders balancing operational responsibilities with strategic demands
  • Employees working in fast-paced environments in Bournemouth, Poole, Dorchester and Weymouth
  • Individuals looking to improve organisation, focus and personal productivity
  • Teams experiencing inefficiencies due to poor planning or unclear priorities
  • Customer-facing staff who need to manage time effectively while handling interruptions
  • Organisations across Dorset seeking to improve performance, reduce stress and increase efficiency
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Group: Main Group
Experience Level: Standard
Time Management Training Course Devon

We deliver practical, instructor-led Time Management Training across Devon, helping organisations improve productivity, reduce overwhelm and enable employees to manage competing priorities more effectively.

This highly practical time management course focuses on prioritisation, organisation, planning and workload management, providing participants with tools and techniques that can be applied immediately within the workplace.

We regularly provide time management training for businesses and teams across Devon, including Exeter, Plymouth, Torquay, Paignton, Newton Abbot, Barnstaple, Tiverton, Exmouth, Bideford and surrounding areas.

To view the full course overview, visit our Time Management Training Course page or explore our wider Business Training Courses in Devon .

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Speak with us about your organisation’s productivity challenges and training requirements. We can tailor time management training specifically to your workplace environment, team dynamics and organisational objectives.

Training can be delivered onsite anywhere across Devon and adapted for managers, team leaders, customer-facing employees, office-based staff or mixed departments.

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Aims of the course:

This Time Management Training Course in Devon is designed to help employees, managers and teams improve productivity, manage competing priorities and work more effectively within busy workplace environments.

The course focuses on practical time management techniques that help participants prioritise tasks, organise workloads, manage interruptions and reduce feelings of stress, pressure and overwhelm. Delegates learn how to take greater control of their working day and focus their time on the activities that deliver the greatest value.

Many organisations across Devon face challenges linked to increasing workloads, competing demands, constant interruptions and limited time. This practical time management training programme provides participants with proven tools and strategies that help improve efficiency, planning, prioritisation and personal effectiveness.

Throughout the course, participants explore prioritisation techniques, workload management, planning methods, delegation, goal setting and strategies for managing distractions. Delegates learn how to make better use of their time, improve focus and achieve more consistent results without increasing pressure or working longer hours.

Our Devon time management training is highly interactive and tailored to the needs of your organisation. Training can be adapted for managers, supervisors, team leaders, office-based employees, customer-facing teams or mixed departments wanting to improve productivity and workplace performance.

We regularly deliver time management training for organisations across Exeter, Plymouth, Torquay, Paignton, Newton Abbot, Barnstaple, Tiverton, Exmouth, Bideford and surrounding Devon areas, helping businesses improve productivity, reduce workplace stress and create more focused and effective teams.

Time Management Training in Devon

Who will benefit from attending?:

This Time Management Training Course in Devon is suitable for organisations wanting to improve productivity, reduce workplace stress and help employees manage their time more effectively within busy and demanding working environments.

The course is particularly valuable for businesses where employees are experiencing increasing workloads, competing priorities, constant interruptions or difficulties balancing day-to-day responsibilities. Training is tailored to the needs of your organisation and can be adapted for both managers and employees wanting to improve personal effectiveness and workplace performance.

Participants who typically benefit from attending include:

  • Managers and supervisors responsible for balancing multiple priorities, projects and team responsibilities
  • Team leaders wanting to improve organisation, planning and workload management
  • Employees who regularly experience pressure, competing demands or feelings of overwhelm
  • Office-based professionals managing high workloads, deadlines and frequent interruptions
  • Customer-facing staff required to balance reactive requests with planned activities
  • Individuals looking to improve focus, prioritisation and personal productivity
  • Teams wanting to reduce inefficiencies and improve overall workplace effectiveness
  • Businesses across Devon wanting practical time management training tailored to real workplace challenges and working environments

We regularly deliver time management training for organisations across Exeter, Plymouth, Torquay, Paignton, Newton Abbot, Barnstaple, Tiverton, Exmouth, Bideford and surrounding Devon areas.

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Experience Level: Standard
Time Management Training Course in Corwnall

Looking for Time Management Training in Cornwall?

Our Time Management Training Course helps employees, managers and business owners improve productivity, prioritise workloads and manage competing demands more effectively. As part of our wider programme of Business Training Courses in Cornwall, this practical course is delivered onsite across Cornwall, including Truro, Falmouth, Newquay, St Austell, Penzance, Redruth and Camborne.

Every course is tailored to your organisation, ensuring participants leave with practical techniques they can immediately apply to improve focus, reduce stress and achieve better results.

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Aims of the course:

Our Time Management Training Course in Cornwall helps participants develop practical strategies for managing workload, prioritising tasks and making more effective use of their time. The course focuses on building sustainable habits that improve productivity, reduce stress and enable individuals to work more efficiently in demanding workplace environments.

By the end of the course, participants will be able to:

  • Identify common causes of poor time management and lost productivity.
  • Prioritise tasks more effectively using proven planning techniques.
  • Manage competing demands and changing priorities with greater confidence.
  • Reduce procrastination and improve personal accountability.
  • Plan workloads more effectively to meet deadlines and objectives.
  • Improve focus and minimise distractions in the workplace.
  • Manage interruptions and unexpected demands more constructively.
  • Create practical action plans that support long-term productivity improvements.

Whether working in offices, customer-facing environments, public sector organisations or growing businesses across Cornwall, participants leave with practical tools and techniques they can immediately apply to improve performance, organisation and overall effectiveness.

Who will benefit from attending?:

Our Time Management Training Course in Cornwall is suitable for employees, managers and business owners who want to improve productivity, manage competing priorities more effectively and gain greater control over their workload.

This course is particularly valuable for:

  • Managers balancing leadership responsibilities with operational demands.
  • Team leaders and supervisors responsible for multiple projects and deadlines.
  • Employees experiencing increasing workloads or competing priorities.
  • Administrative and office-based staff managing complex schedules and tasks.
  • Customer-facing professionals dealing with frequent interruptions and changing demands.
  • Business owners and entrepreneurs juggling multiple responsibilities.
  • Remote and hybrid workers seeking greater structure and focus.
  • Individuals who feel overwhelmed, struggle with prioritisation or frequently run out of time.

Whether you work in tourism, hospitality, professional services, healthcare, education, manufacturing or the public sector, this course provides practical techniques that help participants work more efficiently, reduce stress and achieve better results.

No previous training is required. The course is tailored to the specific challenges faced by your organisation, ensuring participants leave with realistic and practical solutions they can apply immediately in the workplace.

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Group: Main Group
Experience Level: Beginner
NLP and Communication Training Course in Cornwall

Looking for NLP & Communication Training in Cornwall?

Our NLP & Communication Training Course helps employees, managers and business professionals improve communication, build stronger relationships and develop greater influence in the workplace. As part of our wider programme of Business Training Courses in Cornwall, this practical course is delivered onsite across Cornwall, including Truro, Falmouth, Newquay, St Austell, Penzance, Redruth and Camborne.

Using practical Neuro-Linguistic Programming (NLP) techniques, participants learn how to understand communication preferences, build rapport more effectively and adapt their approach to achieve better outcomes in professional relationships.

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Aims of the course:

Effective communication is about more than simply exchanging information. This course introduces participants to practical NLP techniques that help them understand how people think, communicate and respond differently. Participants learn how to build stronger relationships, communicate more effectively and influence outcomes positively.

By the end of the course, participants will be able to:

  • Understand key NLP principles and their application in the workplace.
  • Build rapport more quickly and effectively.
  • Adapt communication styles to different individuals.
  • Improve listening skills and understanding.
  • Communicate with greater confidence and impact.
  • Recognise and respond to different behavioural preferences.
  • Influence conversations and relationships more positively.
  • Develop a personal action plan for improving communication effectiveness.

NLP and Communication Training in Cornwall

Who will benefit from attending?:

This course is ideal for:

  • Managers and leaders seeking to improve communication and influence.
  • Employees who work closely with colleagues, customers or stakeholders.
  • Customer service professionals building rapport with clients.
  • Sales professionals seeking stronger relationship-building skills.
  • Team leaders looking to improve collaboration and engagement.
  • HR professionals supporting communication across the organisation.
  • Project managers working with diverse personalities and teams.
  • Anyone wanting to improve interpersonal communication and self-awareness.
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Experience Level: Standard

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