How to get your business ready for Christmas
With just weeks to go until Christmas, you need to make sure you are prepared. If you expect sales to peak, put resources in place to make the most of the upturn. Even if it’s not going to be a busy period for your firm, you should plan how to maintain your cash flow. Follow […]
How to make the best career choice for YOU!
So, you’ve reached a career crossroads and you have some tough choices to make about your future career. While you make be panicking, you just need to simplify your choices and weigh up the pros and cons of the following options: Keep your current job Leave your job What should you do about your career? […]
Identifying Hidden Risks to Improve Workplace Health and Safety!
It may seem to be stating the obvious to say that the workplace is riddled with a number of safety and health hazards. This is especially true on work-sites filled with heavy machinery and equipment however is also extremely relevant in an office environment. The truth is that there are many workplace risks that aren’t […]
Identifying Workplace Safety and Health Leaders
Being National Safe Work Month, Trainwest will this month dedicate its blog posts to the topic of workplace safety and health. Having good workplace safety leaders is one of the most important factors required in order to establish a safe workplace environment and maintain a healthy workplace culture. Finding suitable leaders who fit this role can […]
Make Yourself More Valuable in The Workplace
As the job market gets increasingly competitive, many people in the working world are finding they need to improve their employability skills. Whether you are looking for a new job, want a promotion from your current employer, or are looking for a change in industry, you may find that these career advancements are becoming increasingly […]
Making Your 2015 Goals a Reality
January: the season of goal setting. Even with the best intentions, setting and maintaining your 2015 personal and business goals can be intimidating. It’s hard to imagine adding yet another responsibility to your already full plate. What goals should I set? Is this goal attainable? I don’t have time for all of these goals. So how […]
Support Your Business with Traineeships
Planning for the future and adapting your business practices to continually changing markets is so important in today’s economy. When your company supports a traineeship system, you are helping to safeguard an industry’s future by upskilling your employees, and ensuring they are well-equipped with the tools they need to get the job done. Traineeships provide […]
Take the Stress Out of Christmas
Christmas tends to be a period full of little stresses through to major disturbances. This can take a particularly heavy tole on you as you’re simultaneously trying to manage increased pressure and a changing environment at work. While Trainwest can’t help you with at-home dilemmas, we can provide you with the best possible advice to conquer any […]
The Importance of Employee Training
As local training experts, Trainwest knows the importance of properly training employees. However, as companies begin to expand, the time and effort needed to thoroughly train each employee can seem taxing and unnecessary. Despite the cost that goes into training, many experts believe the return on investment of training employees is well worth it. Below […]
The Importance of Structured Support in Training
In today’s world, the workplace is a continually changing environment and for many the challenge of adopting new knowledge and skills on the job can be very challenging. This is especially relevant when employees are asked to undertake more training in order to upskill and meet workplace demands. The training availability to employees isn’t the […]
The Game-changing Potential of Workplace Training Programs
The fast-paced and ever-dynamic economic environment has led to the need for businesses to be active and vigilant about competitive growth. While the success of any organisation heavily depends on the human resources of the company, it calls for an investment in employee development to remain competitive and foster a culture of growth. Corporate training […]
The Influence of Learning Trends on Training
The world as we know it today is constantly changing. Everyday something new and mind-blowing is reported in the news, and with the takeover social media has had on our lives – new ideas and trends are more easily shared than ever. This has an impact on training and assessment worldwide. It is important that […]
Top 10 Business New Year’s Resolutions
2014 is drawing to a close and 2015 is nearly upon us. By this time of year you’ve probably started thinking about New Year resolutions and how you want to make the most of the next twelve months. Here are Trainwest‘s top tips to help you construct realistic, achievement-oriented resolutions that will ensure the success of […]
Trainwest’s new training facility is almost ready! Check it out!
It’s been a long time coming but our new state of the art Belmont building is almost finished! The beautiful, modern building is going to be Trainwest’s new Head Office and home to our training rooms for all Trainwest courses. This purpose built facility will house 3 large meeting rooms, which will allow us to […]
Why Hire a Generation Y Rookie?
As Generation Y enters the workforce, the unique set of skills and advantages of this age group are being brought to light. All companies like the safety of hiring someone with experience, but this rookie generation should not be written off. What can you gain from hiring a rookie? Here are just a few things […]
Will a qualification really help me to get a better job?
In some circumstances, a nationally recognised qualification can make all the difference between landing a job and not being considered for it at all. The first thing you should do is start looking at the people in the positions you’d like to aim for. See what qualifications they have, which previous training courses they’ve taken and […]
Unicorn Companies: What You Need to Know
In today’s fast-evolving business landscape, unicorn companies have become a symbol of extraordinary success and innovation. Defined as privately held startups valued at over $1 billion, these companies are reshaping industries and setting new standards for growth. This infographic, “Unicorn Companies 101”, offers a comprehensive overview of what makes a business a unicorn, how they […]
Secrets to Successful Project Management and Team Collaboration
We all listen to the melodies of a team of talented musicians, where each one of them is playing their part flawlessly, but imagine them together without the Maestro. What should we expect? A chaos. The projects are like symphonies, success clings to everyone working together in harmony. That’s where the importance of project management […]
Who Is Leading The Charge In FemTech in 2023? (Infographic)
We are here to celebrate the remarkable achievements of leading women innovators. Over the past decade, Femtech has made significant strides at the intersection of technology and women’s health. Come, step into the world of these trailblazers. These pioneers, and their innovations have found a spot on this infographic. Their skills range from financial expertise […]
How Covid Changed the Workplace Forever
From the days of daily commute from the humming offices to the ease and comfort of working from an isolated private space, Covid flipped the idea of traditional workplaces. And to everyone’s surprise but pleasure, this idea is here to stay. What began as a temporary shift to remote work quickly evolved into an earnest […]
7 Habits of Highly Successful Public Speakers
Giving a speech can seem like a simple, essential part of business life; however the most confident public speakers can still feel uneasy when faced with a room full of strangers. As a leader in your field, you can almost guarantee that at some point in your career, you will need to perform a presentation, […]
How to Build A Long Lasting Network
Relationships are a key component to success in business. Developing a strong network will ensure that you have the contacts you need to succeed in your field. Here are some tips on building a strong network: Join a Networking Group Are you having trouble building a network? Join a networking group. Many groups are designed […]
Power in Numbers
There is power in teamwork! Working as a team can help your company to achieve new ideas, accomplish more, and inspire others. The value of teamwork can be substantial, so take the time to foster it in your work community. Here are 6 ways you can help your staff work together as a team: Build […]
Schedule In Success
Have you ever felt as though there are simply too few hours in the day to accomplish what needs to get done? Time management is a common problem. Project management, personal obligations, and even fun activities require space on the calendar. Yet, it can seem as though some people are better at juggling their schedule than […]
