Confidence – our belief in our ability to succeed – is critical for success in education, work and our social lives. This session will show how confidence can be developed over time, allowing us to make the most of our skills and knowledge and of the opportunities that present themselves.

Whether you’re applying for your first job, going for a promotion or looking to make a career change, learn how set yourself apart from the competition by adopting a combination of practical steps and tips for boosting your confidence and communication skills. The session covers the whole process, from writing a CV and covering letters to mastering the application and interview process.

Boost your confidence and learn how to project it to inspire and motivate others at work. We will share tips for developing assertiveness, presence and authority, with tools for honing the communication skills necessary to anticipate and rise to challenges in the professional arena.

This one-day group programme equips women with the tools to overcome challenges such as the gender pay gap, the challenge of balancing career progression with childcare, and a continued lack of representation at board level.

Through a combination of theory, practice, role play and individual feedback led by two expert tutors, participants will develop their confidence and learn how to project it to inspire and motivate others. They will hone the communication skills necessary to anticipate and rise to challenges in an arena that often puts them at a disadvantage.

Do you want to discover the networking tips that really work? If you know how to make a strong and positive connection when you meet someone for the first time, your business relationship will be stronger and quicker to build.
Networking is more than just making small talk; it is about creating a positive and lasting impression on people who could support you. It requires a sound understanding of your own style, as well as thought and planning. We show how to prepare for a networking event, whether it is with clients or colleagues.

Every public speaking opportunity is a chance to build your profile and brand. Whether you’re speaking on camera or in person, this programme shows you how to make the most of the speaking opportunities in your personal and professional life. We can show you how to speak with presence and gravitas and how to be natural, engaging and persuasive. The programme will start by exploring the secrets of great speakers and can be tailored to suit the needs of the client.

Face-to-face meetings and formal pitches are often vital for securing deals. Learn how to pitch and persuade effectively to sell your products, your ideas or your business, with advice for constructing compelling messages and delivering them with confidence. Take away practical tips for giving an engaging delivery as well as some invaluable confidence hacks.

Whether you’re hosting friends at home or clients in a restaurant, meals are crucial to building relationships, at home and around the world.

In fact, an experiment showed that deals done over a meal were 12% more profitable than in the boardroom. Dining is intrinsic to business in other countries too, an opportunity to build trust and respect between cultures.

Whether you’re hosting friends at home or being hosted abroad, this one-on-one video session will ensure you feel confident enough about the small details to focus on the important ones.

Learn how to win clients overseas by avoiding cultural faux pas. Debrett’s has developed programmes that enable us to share our unrivalled knowledge of British business and social etiquette with professionals looking to build their business on a British, European and global stage.

In addition to international business etiquette, we also help those who need specific knowledge to do business successfully in Asia and the Middle East. Our expert tutors help clients adjust their existing approach to match the business culture of these critical markets.