Workshops
EPS delivers a range of business development programs based on individual and business needs. Workshops range from business building workshops, performance enhancement, business planning through to growth and succession workshops. Whilst workshops are rich in knowledge and content, we are well aware that this is only part of the equation. Based on experience and direct feedback from our clients, we know the challenges that come when putting things into practice and creating change! Knowing that there is often a void between knowledge and implementation, intended and actual - all of our programs are supported by a "silent partner" or put another way, a dedicated coach who will work with you and who provides ongoing assistance and accountability for you to implement desired changes and achieve the outcomes you seek.
Coaching enables our clients to work on specific priorities based on individual and business objectives. A range of programs have all been designed based on the needs of our clients. The regularity of sessions will depend on the outcomes you seek and your long term vision. Sessions are coordinated on a weekly, fortnightly or monthly basis and our guarantee is that "we will continue to stay engaged, irrespective of original agreement to ensure your collective objectives are achieved. The well known and respected "win win" philosophy is a key driver behind our programs.
Listen to your business - looking at your life.
This workshop is focused on Building Businesses. Workshops in this program are conducted quarterly over a twelve month period where workshops are supported by a series of ongoing one on one coaching sessions to drive outcomes, actions and objectives. In one eight-hour day per quarter, you will:
- Construct and review a detailed three year vision regarding your business and your life
- Review key points within your business and marketing plans
- Do exercises that force you to think differently and more strategically about your business
- Develop and implement a range of strategic focusing principles
- Create a ninety day plan of action
- Share and receive insights with peers from other industries
- Review progress and plan for the next ninety day period in your business
- Focus entirely on improving your business and your life, away from the office
Workshops are holistic in content and flexible in delivery. Topics covered include Business Planning, Achieving a Quantum Leap in Personal Growth and Development, Managing for the Maximum, Productivity Analysis, Change Management and Creativity. For a complete list of topics and dates please send your request to info@epsolutions.com.au
The Money is in the Planning
This workshop can be used at any management level, for: Strategic Planning; Tactical Planning; Operational Planning; or to define Business Plans for a project. It is therefore generically called a Business Planning Workshop.
Purpose
The purpose of the Business Planning Workshop is to develop a business plan or refine and develop existing plans. A strategy based analysis methodology is used to determine operation, growth and succession issues.
Preparation
To prepare for the Business Planning Workshop you will participate is a two hour alignment interview to get clarity on what, when, how and why your business needs a plan. The completed Questionnaire will be re distributed to participants at the start of the Business Planning Workshop for use as a catalyst to ongoing discussions.
Activities
During the Workshop, objectives, strategies and action to drive the business to achieve its growth objectives are fully examined, analysed and designed.
Deliverables
Following this workshop you will have refined and agreed on the following points: -
- Establish a clear Mission and Purpose Statement for the business
- Have prioritized Goals and Objectives, Strategies, Action plans and review dates
- Identity and prioritize Markets, Products, Services and Distribution Channels
- Have documented statements regarding Strengths, Weaknesses, Opportunities and Threats
- Have a plan for implementation together with structured accountabilities and responsibilities
Other Workshops
Managing for the Maximum
A comprehensive one day workshop dedicated to performance review skills, applications and strategies. A must for all business owners and operators who rely on people to get the job done. in this workshop participants will not only learn vital skills for delivering effective performance reviews they will also learn how to anticipate and read human behaviours. An absolute must for all managers and supervisors.
Back to Basics
This one day workshop is a must for all businesses that relay on sales for their survival and growth. This workshop is dedicated to examining skills, applications and principles that go into effective sales presentations. In this workshop 10 key success factors are examined and practiced. For many sales people – they have developed into a stage of sophisticated sales behaviours that potentially reduce effectiveness. This refreshing and informative workshop addresses – prospecting – relationship management – personality traits –sales disciplines – presentations closing and ongoing service strategies. A must for sales professionals.
Confrontation & Managing Conflict
Discover practical, proven methods for managing workplace conflict.
Has inappropriate behaviour consisting of uncontrolled anger, conflict, or relationship issues between staff cost you and your business too much? Has the price of anxiety and stress been overwhelming? Has conflict impacted on productivity? Has lack of cooperation and teamwork in the workplace impacted on the business and the people in it? Does work conflict cause tension at home? If you answered yes to any of these, then this workshop is an absolute must.
This powerful workshop presents an exciting, innovative, solution-driven approach to the inevitable conflicts that arise at work and sometimes carry through to home. You will discover practical, proven alternatives in some of the most difficult and frustrating situations.
Conflict, strife, and opposing points of view are part of the workplace and part of life — you can’t change that, but you can learn to be better manage such situations when they do occur. After this dynamic, transforming workshop you will be more confident and experienced in managing unacceptable situations.
At this workshop you will discover...
- How to predict and avert a problem situation long before it reaches the crisis stage
- The secret to keeping poise and control when everyone around you loses it.
- Escape routes from the traps of infighting and backstabbing.
- Self administered "first aid" - how to save yourself when your emotions spinning out of control!
- Ways to repair damaged relationships — at work, at home, with anyone!
- How to meet conflict and disagreement head-on and reach a mutual understanding
- What it takes to prevent others from losing theirs!
For details contact Effective Planning Solutions by phone on 1800 77 6789 or email your enquiry to info@epsolutions.com.au
Coaching
Every great sports person and every legendary business success that has ever been, have had one thing in common – they have had a coach. For them and for others, individual coaching is a basis to maintain focus and accountability on specific actions, necessary for success. It is a basis for maintaining objectivity and a genuine means of getting ideas from a third party who shares a strong desire for success. In short, a coach is a “silent partner” dedicated to working with you to achieve your goals and objectives.