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SUMMARY:Speedwriting – 1-day Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Duration: 1 day \nWe can deliver this course onsite at your workplace or via virtual classrooms if preferred \nOverview: \nThis excellent course provides delegates with an overview and introduction to BakerWrite\, a highly intuitive and easy to use speedwriting system. \nThe course is designed for those who wish to be able to take effective\, accurate notes at work or in everyday life. This one-day course will show you how to write in a reduced and efficient way to help save time taking dictation\, writing notes\, recording minutes\, or taking lecture notes. \nObjectives: \nTo learn the basic principles and theory of speedwriting\, and to gain a minimum speed of 40 Words Per Minute (WPM). \nCourse content: \n\nSilent letters and vowels\, phonetics and prefixes\, exercises\, and dictation practice\nMore prefixes\, use of superscript\, exercises\, and dictation practice\nSuffixes\, exercises\, and dictation practice\n\nBenefits: \n\nKnow and understand Speedwriting theory and be able to write up to 40 WPM\nThe flexibility and value of a trainer to guide you through the techniques used\nA workbook to use as a reference guide on completion of the course\nAccess to the dictation passages after the course to practice with\nOpportunity to sit the Speedwriting Validation test with Pitman Training to gain the accredited CPD (Continual Professional Development) certificate\n\nWho should attend: \nAnyone interested in taking notes at all levels in both work and personal life. The course is particularly beneficial to those for whom taking minutes or dictation is an integral part of their role. \n  \nDuration: 1 day \nWe can deliver this course onsite at your workplace or via virtual classrooms if preferred
URL:https://pitmantrainingscotland.co.uk/event/speedwriting-1-day-workshop-2/2025-08-27/
LOCATION:Glasgow\, 3rd Floor\, Tontine House 8 Gordon Street\, Glasgow\, G1 3PL\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Glasgow,Personal Development Workshops,Seminar Courses,Speed Writing
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SUMMARY:Presentation skills – 2-day Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Duration: 2 Days\nWe can deliver training onsite at your workplace or via virtual classrooms if preferred. \nTalk and present with confidence and impact.\nDo you find yourself avoiding situations where you will be asked to talk or present an idea? You know your stuff but the thought of having to stand up in front of an audience fills you with worry and panic? \nOR \nYou may be “stuck in a rut” with your presentations or public speaking engagements and need to add impact to inspire and motivate your audience. \nThis training experience is suitable for both inexperienced and experienced presenters who feel they need to refresh and improve their delivery and motivate their audience. It has been developed for people who are required to give effective and stimulating presentations and talks. \nALL speakers have nerves! Most of us fear standing up in front of an audience and presenting\, however\, you can learn to overcome this natural fear by learning techniques that will allow you to deliver a memorable presentation. \nThis 2 day course will help you hone your skills and give you the tools and space to practice delivering you message in a creative and confident manner. Classes are small and mainly experimental\, allowing the trainer to focus and coach whilst reflecting on your particular challenges and requirements. \nObjectives: \n\nTo overcome the natural fear of speaking to an audience and use nervousness to your advantage\nTo design a presentation that people remember\nTo understand and gain the non-verbal skills all good speakers need\nTo develop presence and confidence when speaking to a group\nTo connect with your audience and make them listen\nTo use pace to influence and impact listeners\nTo deliver engaging and memorable presentations\n\n  \nDuration: 2 Days\nWe can deliver training onsite at your workplace or via virtual classrooms if preferred.
URL:https://pitmantrainingscotland.co.uk/event/presentation-skills-2-day-workshop-3/2025-08-27/
LOCATION:Edinburgh\, 4 Queen Street\, Edinburgh\, EH2 1JE\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Edinburgh,Personal Development Workshops,Presentation Skills,Seminar Courses
ORGANIZER;CN="Pitman Training Centre %E2%80%93 Edinburgh":MAILTO:edinburgh@pitman-training.com
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