Leadership

Join Shoosmiths for this interactive training webinar, which will cover:

• The law on equal opportunities and the different types of discrimination
• Recruitment to dismissal – avoiding discrimination pitfalls
• What is harassment, how to address this and the reasonable steps defence
• Defending a discrimination complaint – what evidence is required?

This training course will involve practical case studies, quizzes and the opportunity to ask questions.

Who should attend?

Getting the right behaviours and dynamics on the board and between board members is an essential ingredient for successful organisations.  The Chair’s role in managing these dynamics is key as they have prime responsibility for ensuring the board has a productive culture.

This session will provide useful insight and advice on how to set the tone for the board, create expectations of appropriate trustee behaviours, build positive relationships, and manage difficult dynamics.

This online workshop is aimed at Chairs who are new in post or about to take up the post. The session will explore the leadership skills and knowledge that will make you the most effective Chair you can become – and the support that you might need. The emphasis will be on the strengths you bring, as well as the ‘gaps’ you want to fill. And we will offer some tips that might be useful in your particular setting.

We know that the role of Chair although rewarding can be challenging.  Yet, many Chairs tell us that they have little time to reflect on the nature of their role and how to be effective.

This webinar will provide you with an overview of the role of Chair as well as practical guidance and tools to support you to be an effective Chair.

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We’ve all had the experience of leaving a poorly run meeting with the feeling that it’s not been a valuable use of people’s time and energy.  Well planned and chaired meetings on the other hand can leave participants feeling inspired, energised and with the feeling of having accomplished something useful.

This live webinar will give you the tools for dynamic and productive board meetings.

We will cover

When the relationship between Chair and Chief Executive is strong they are a dynamic duo, both adding value to the organisation. When the relationship is in trouble it’s hard on both Chair and CEO and the organisation suffers. This digital event explores how to balance the roles and how to bring out the best in each other.

The day’s engagement will look at the CEO/Chair relationship from both perspectives. It is an opportunity for you to hear from and share ideas with your peers.

Topics include:

Forecasting the future is a power many charities would like to have, particularly during periods of economic uncertainty. Fortunately, with the right data, charities can do just that, using detailed information of what’s gone before to predict what might come after. Financial data can be especially useful to charities, helping them to understand everything from the best times to launch fundraising campaigns and how to effectively allocate funds to support services for longer. 

This course provides an introduction to the key differences between mentoring and coaching. You’ll learn how to use both skills effectively to develop and support staff, volunteers and clients.

Coaching and mentoring can help people grow, develop and reach their full potential. There are differences in approach, but similarities in the skills needed.

In this course we (NCVO) explore the differences and when to use each approach. The course also covers the core skills needed to be an effective coach or mentor.

By the end of the event, you’ll:

Are you looking to better explain the vital work your charity does and why? Join our (Media Trust) interactive workshop on the Theory of Change to find out how!

The Theory of Change is a transformative model that clarifies how your charity’s activities lead to meaningful outcomes. But what is the Theory of Change, and how can it help your charity? Whether you’re a micro or national sized charity, this powerful tool will support you in clarifying and focusing your charity’s goals and impact.

Get ready to ace your media interviews and learn valuable tips and tricks specifically tailored for charities.

Gain essential insights on speaking to the media with confidence and delivering your charity’s message effectively in this informative webinar.

Our (Media Trust) expert trainer will provide practical advice to help you stay calm, build confidence, stay on message, and make a lasting impression. You’ll learn about appropriate TV and radio manners, familiarise yourself with various interviewer styles, and prepare to respond effectively when journalists reach out.