Business skills from the comfort of home

Lochaber Chamber of Commerce is known for providing training events that deliver what business needs - for all the members of your team. There are some fantastic events coming up to help businesses develop the skills they need to succeed in challenging times. All events are currently online, in an informal, interactive online format. These online masterclasses offer an insight into the One Lochaber Leadership programme and are FREE for Highland Chambers of Commerce members.

1st March

Personal Resilience Online Masterclass 10am - 11am

If you feel like the constant uncertainties of the covid pandemic in 2021 are making life difficult, then this session may be just what you need. Your personal resilience is a bit like a river - when the river is high, the water flows over the rocks and you barely feel them. But when the water is low, you feel the rocks much more, and it can be a bumpy ride. We’ll explore your sources of resilience – where does it come from, and how can you capture and hold on to it? And we’ll have a look at how you can create balance in your life, making sure you spend at least some of your time focusing on the positives you’re surrounded by.

24th March

VUCA Business Online Workshop 10am -11am

‘Volatile- Uncertain-Complex -Ambiguous’: Dealing with uncertain times The lack of control we feel about the current situation can cause us to experience feelings of being either Frozen and unable to carry out our normal work, or Frazzled with so much going on we don’t know which way is up. This 60-minute session will explore what it feels like for each of us at work right now, acknowledging that the experience is different for all of us. We’ll discuss how you can raise your own awareness of what keeps you in a balanced, happy and confident place, and we’ll provide you with some ideas on activities and exercise you can use to keep you there.

27th April

Checking In - Not Checking Up’ Online Masterclass 10am - 11am

Top tips to help you manage your team and work relationships when working remotely For lots of us, working from home or remotely from our colleagues has become the norm over the last year. When you’re managing people remotely it can be easy to fall into the habit of calling to check up on whether work is on track or “done”. The problem is that when you’re on the receiving end of those calls, it can feel a lot like micro-management. This session will provide practical guidance on how to shift your focus to a “Checking in” mindset, creating a warmer and more trusting environment for your people to work in, where they feel supported. We know that happier people do better work, and taking this approach can create a workplace where people are able to perform to their best, knowing that you’re there to help them get the work done.