Management, online training in Bridge End

Leading the Way in Developing the Untapped Reservoir of Talent in the Office Professional Sector Through Accredited Professional Training and CPD Activities

The Global PA Association & Training Academy was established in 2007 in London and has been leading the way globally on upskilling the potential of the Office Professional sector. The sector is identified as including Executive Assistants, Personal Assistants, Secretaries, Admin Assistants, Office Managers, Team Assistants, and others.

In partnership with Kingston University Business School, we conducted academic research, which was published in academic journals in 2012. This research is the largest sample in the world related to the sector and identified that over 60% of office professionals are qualified to degree level. It confirmed that companies would grow faster if this workforce sector was included in career pathways through their organisation.

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One of the most effective tactics available to buyers is the price challenge. It is very simple to use, and can be very effective.

The LEAD management programme provides an intensive introduction to the world of people management, focusing on achieving results with and through people. The programme is highly practical and the return on investment starts the minute the delegate re-enters their working environment.

Attending the LEAD programme equipped Ellen Carter with the right tools and techniques along with the confidence and competence to implement her Making A Difference project ahead of schedule during these very challenging times.

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Some people say that in the era of consultative-partner selling, closing is no longer necessary. This is just not the case.

As the digital landscape surges forward, Duco Digital Training is not just keeping pace but leading the charge.

We recently had the privilege of joining the UK Government's AI trade mission to Jakarta, a landmark event aimed at synchronising UK expertise with Indonesia's flourishing digital prowess.

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Samantha Webley, a Personal Loans Team Leader at Cardiff based MotoNovo Finance, upon completing the LEAD Management Programme she decided for her ‘Making a Difference’ project to focus on developing a fully motivated Outbound Sales Team achieving an average of 125 personal loan sales per month.

Samantha has been with MotoNovo for over 15 years and has worked her way up the MotoNovo career path ladder which has include her roles as an Input and Payout Administrator, Key Account Manager and a Campaign Account Manager.

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In an age where digital technologies are reshaping industries, the demand for visionary IT leaders has surged. These individuals stand at the crossroads of technology and business, driving innovation and strategic decisions that shape the future of their organisations. This article delves deep into what it takes to be a successful IT leader in the modern era, exploring the key skills and approaches needed to navigate the complex and ever-changing landscape of technology.

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In collaboration with MPW Learning, a programme called ‘Leadership Pathway Programme’ was designed to bring all of the skills of a large high street charity organisation management team up to date. After introduction of the programme, common working practices were restructured, productivity increased and management satisfaction improved.