Half-day online courses

Inspiring and Empowering Future Leaders

Too often, it’s assumed that team members naturally know how to manage conflict, deliver impactful presentations, communicate clearly, manage their workload, delegate effectively, and master the many skills leadership demands.

When your organisation takes a proactive approach to developing these essential skills, everyone benefits: performance improves, employee morale and wellbeing rise, collaboration strengthens—even in hybrid work environments—recruitment costs decrease, and ultimately, business results grow.

Our half-day workshops offer flexible, targeted learning, allowing you to select the skills your teams need to drive success in current projects, career development, and organisational goals.

You can combine multiple half-day sessions into a full-day workshop or tailor a bespoke series to fit your unique needs.

Explore our selection of half-day online courses below and start building stronger teams today.

Half-day online courses

PRESENTING WITH CONFIDENCE AND INFLUENCE

Many professionals struggle with presenting — yet it’s a vital skill for sharing ideas, winning buy-in, and leading with impact.

This practical session introduces a clear seven-step model to help your team structure ideas, handle objections, and present with confidence. Through coaching-led techniques, they’ll learn how to use language, voice, and body language to speak with authority and clarity.

The result? Confident presenters who can engage, influence, and inspire.

MANAGING CONFLICT AND UNCOMFORTABLE CONVERSATIONS

Difficult conversations are inevitable in any workplace—whether with managers, peers, or direct reports. Yet when handled well, they can lead to stronger relationships, better performance, and a healthier culture.

In this practical session, employees will learn a proven framework to navigate high-stakes conversations with clarity and confidence. They’ll explore the mindset shifts needed to move past limiting behaviours, the four steps to managing tough conversations effectively, and how to craft a one-minute opener to set the right tone.

The outcome? Less avoidance, faster conflict resolution, and more open, productive communication across your teams.

NEGOTIATING EFFECTIVELY

Negotiation is a core leadership skill—crucial for driving results, aligning stakeholders, setting boundaries, and leading productive conversations.

In this workshop, participants will learn a practical negotiation model that helps them clarify their objectives, structure their points persuasively, and use both spoken and body language to strengthen their message. They’ll also develop strategies for saying no constructively, managing emotions, and diffusing conflict before it escalates.

By the end of the session, leaders will be equipped to negotiate with confidence—moving ideas forward, fostering collaboration, and making clear, values-driven decisions.

COACHING OTHERS

Effective managers don’t just give answers—they coach their teams to think, grow, and succeed.

This practical session equips employees with essential coaching skills to support development, build confidence, and improve performance across their teams. Participants will learn how to ask powerful questions, listen with impact, and use the GROW model to guide meaningful conversations. They’ll also explore how to apply force field analysis to support better problem-solving and decision-making.

The result? Managers who bring out the best in their people, strengthen collaboration, and create a culture where everyone can thrive.

MANAGING YOUR TIME

To deliver results and stay well, employees need more than just to-do lists—they need strategies to manage their time with purpose and balance.

This practical session explores common time management pitfalls, smart prioritisation techniques, and how to handle interruptions and competing demands. Participants will also learn how to build realistic schedules that support both productivity and wellbeing.

The outcome? Employees who can confidently manage their workload, drive progress on key priorities, and stay in control—without burning out.

EFFECTIVE DELEGATION

Delegation isn’t just about getting tasks off your plate—it’s a key leadership skill that empowers others, builds capability, and prevents burnout.

In this session, participants will explore the common barriers to delegation, how to decide what to delegate, and the step-by-step process for doing it well. They’ll also learn how to match tasks to strengths and set clear expectations for success.

The result? Teams that deliver more efficiently, leaders who can focus on strategic priorities, and a healthier, more balanced workplace for everyone.

SHAPE YOUR CAREER

When employees are supported to take ownership of their career development, they become more engaged, motivated, and loyal to your organisation—reducing turnover and the costs of recruitment.

In this session, participants will explore how to set meaningful short-, medium-, and long-term goals, identify the resources they need, anticipate obstacles, and recognise the value they bring to the business.

The result? A workforce that’s more self-aware, purpose-driven, and committed to growing their careers withinyour organisation—not beyond it.

DEVELOPING EMOTIONAL INTELLIGENCE

Emotional intelligence—self-awareness, empathy, and social skills—is at the heart of every successful team.

In this workshop, participants will learn how to manage stress and emotions effectively, identify and shift limiting behaviour patterns, and cultivate enabling habits that support positive interactions.

By the end of the session, attendees will better understand how their thoughts, feelings, and actions influence workplace relationships, feel more confident in their roles, and be equipped to adapt smoothly to change.

Format & Fees

I deliver workshops both online and face-to-face. While based in the UK, I am a global trainer and coach with experience delivering courses internationally—including in Spain and India.

Having worked with teams across the UK, Poland, Spain, India, the USA, and Hong Kong, I am skilled at navigating cultural nuances to ensure every session is relevant and impactful.

Each half-day workshop runs for three hours and can be delivered either in-person or online to suit your organisation’s needs.

  • 3hr workshop
  • Pre-workshop Reflection Activities
  • Digital workbooks
  • Post-workshop Consolidation
  • Up to 8 colleagues
  • Online or in-person
  • Choose one of the following modules: Presenting With Impact, Managing Conflict and Uncomfortable Conversations, Negotiating Effectively, Coaching Others, Managing Your Time, Effective Delegation, Shape Your Career, and Developing Emotional Intelligence.

£1,500 per workshop

*Accommodation and/or travel costs for in-person training will be an additional cost. Digital workbooks are provided. There is a small additional cost if you opt for printed workbooks

Booking

If you’re ready to develop your team’s potential and learn how our half-day courses can benefit your organisation, please call us at 01252 792811 or email sharon@ucantraining.com to book a consultation.