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The Corporate Dilemma!
Saving money by cutting your training budget is like saving money on parachutes... a bit risky, don't you think?
Why not focus on training that enhances your daily operations instead? In our experience, that means investing in relevant IT and Management skills to consistently add value and motivate your employees! With a 98% recommendation rating and a comprehensive IT and business training portfolio, here at Skilltec Training, we're excited to help your team master these important skills.
We appreciate that perhaps you are not sure what programme of training will meet the needs of your organisation but just by having that conversation and maybe speaking to our training experts will help you determine a clearer pathway to achieve this. We'd really love to help you on this journey, after all, it's what we do so please just give us a call on 01752 227330 or send us an email to enquiries@skilltec.co.uk - we'd love to hear from you and we will endeavour to do everything we can to help you achieve your goals!
ClipChamp - What is it?
There’s a lot of hidden gems in Microsoft 365 that you might not know even exist! For example, ClipChamp is a video editing app introduced in Windows 11.
This app does a LOT more than you might expect for an in-built editor, and where it really shines is in the workplace. It’s a clean and user-friendly way to make your company ads, social media posts, and just about anything else you need! We've put together a brochure with a few more details so if you'd like to know more then just take a look!
Let us know which less-used M365 app you’d like to learn more about next! Remember, we offer one of the most complete collections of Microsoft Office and 365 training courses in the UK, with unlimited post-course support to really help your company embed their new skills. We’re always happy to talk!
Microsoft Word Turns 40!
Can you believe it? Microsoft Word first graced our screens in October 1983, the same year Michael Jackson's Thriller was all the rage.
It's image may have undergone various changes over the years and there have been lots of improvements along the way which has meant it's relevance in the workplace is still as strong today!
PRINCE2 - 7th Edition
Exciting news! The 7th Edition of PRINCE2 is now available and it's got a fantastic people-centric focus.
Already qualified? Your existing qualification (Foundation or Practitioner) is recognised for 3 years. But after that, you might want to think about a refresher. Ready to learn in a way that puts people first - then consider joining us on one of courses coming up in the New Year.
For more details, just send us a message to enquiries@skilltec.co.uk and we'll get in touch to talk things through and see what would work for you.
Microsoft Excel Iceberg
Microsoft Excel is like an iceberg, and most of us have only seen the tip!
The benefits of training in this application aren’t always obvious, particularly if you've been using it for years. However, it's one of our most popular courses for a reason. Here’s the top 3 things our attendees say they found useful in their Excel training:
1️⃣ Mastering New Shortcuts: Learning new keyboard shortcuts can significantly speed up tasks like data entry, formatting, and navigation. Many of us know the classic Ctrl+C and Ctrl+V shortcuts for example, but because so many people are self-taught on Excel it’s possible to miss other even more useful options, like Ctrl+T which formats your selected data into a table!
2️⃣ Building Confidence, especially with creating formulas: Excel formulas can seem daunting at first, and there certainly is a lot to be learned! Attendees tell us they gain the confidence to start creating complex formulas, performing advanced calculations, and automating tasks.
3️⃣ Creating Charts: Our training equips you with the skills to design a wide range of charts and graphs. Understanding the purpose and impact of different chart types allows you to present data more effectively, making your reports and presentations more informative and compelling.
If you would like to discuss any Microsoft Excel Training Needs that your organisation may have, then just send us a note at enquiries@skilltec.co.uk and one of our friendly team will be in touch!
Success in Sales
Genuine connections matter. The 'gift of the gab' might get your foot in the door, but it's your skills, knowledge, and ability to truly connect that will seal the deal. Sales is about building relationships, solving problems, and adding value to your clients' lives. And that's where the real magic happens!
At Skilltec Training we know that successful salespeople are the ones who continuously update their skills, understand their market, and put their customers at the heart of everything they do. Our Sales Professional courses are designed to help you practice your craft and gain new skills. View the course outlines and available dates.
Mind the Skills Gap
The UK's skills gap is widening, but your company doesn't have to be part of the statistic.
Read the report, Mind the Skills Gap, to find out how companies are upskilling their teams to avoid the current recruitment challenges - and learn how Skilltec Training can partner with you to bridge the gap.
Training Specialist Insight
We asked one of our Training Specialists, Jenny Bryant, why she is passionate about training!
“I found growing up that I never got the support I needed, in school or training courses. They would often be a bit boring and focused on sharing information, instead of making sure it was understood! Learning should be fun and interactive, and that’s why I became a trainer. I wanted to help people learn in a way that helped them relate to the content and really understand it.”
Time Management Spooks
Feeling spooked by that never-ending to-do list? End your day with more ticks than tricks with our expert-led Time Management training!
What You'll Learn:
Recognise and Tackle Time Thieves: We all have tasks (and maybe a few colleagues) that gobble up more time than we’d like. Learn to identify and manage these effectively.
Tick Off Those Goals: Understand your own time management strengths and weaknesses and develop an action plan.
Course Highlights:
· Systematically review your use of time.
· Learn to better prioritise your workload.
· Delegate tasks, handle interruptions, and say ‘no’.
Join Us Virtually or In-Person:
No prerequisites for this course, if attending virtually, you'll just need a laptop, microphone, and a webcam! Explore the full course outline and contact us if you would like to join us in putting those spooks at bay!
Metadata & SharePoint
We spoke to our SharePoint trainer, Nikki Peters and asked what the most challenging aspect of SharePoint migration tends to be for newcomers. Her answer? Making full use of metadata!
Metadata is basically data about your data, as Nikki explains, “Imagine shopping on Amazon. You type 'TV,' and you're swamped with choices. What do you do? You filter by the brand, size, and features you want - that’s metadata in action helping you to narrow your choices down".
When it comes to business documents on SharePoint, you can add custom metadata tags to indicate important info, for example which team they belong to, what project they are associated with, or approval status. Then, just like on Amazon, users can find the documents they need by filtering using these tags.
Nikki has noticed that when people switch to SharePoint, they stick to the comfort of traditional folder and file systems, however these can turn into mazes when team members need to find documents. Additionally, because SharePoint is online, there is actually a limit to the URL length, and you may run into this - making you unable to save documents without restructuring.
There are clear business benefits to using metadata as intended. You can organise files into custom views and lists, and also create Power Automate workflows to automatically do something with a file based on its metadata. Lastly, you can use it to classify content for compliance purposes, ensuring that documents are retained, archived, or disposed of accordingly.
We offer three levels of SharePoint training to help you and your company master the many features and tools it offers. Visit our website to read the course outlines and find out more!