Professional advising requires more than just subject matter expertise. Successful advisors know how to use their influence in a natural way and get their advice accepted, even without formal power.
In the ‘Professional Advisory Skills’ training program, you will learn how to communicate persuasively, deal effectively with resistance, and conduct complex advisory conversations with confidence. You will develop insight into your personal advisory style and learn how to apply your advisory skills within the context of your organization.
The ‘Professional Advisory Skills’ training program is designed for advisors, staff members, policy officers, and professionals who regularly conduct advisory conversations with internal or external stakeholders.
During the training program ‘Professional Advisory Skills’, you will focus on strengthening your advisory skills. Through realistic cases, personal feedback, and practical conversation techniques, you will experience an immediate effect on your advisory style. The training emphasizes communication, trust, and influence. Benefits of the two-day program:
After completing this training program, you will know how to advise strategically and exert influence based on trust. You can create support, recognize resistance, and turn it into cooperation. You listen, analyze, and communicate more convincingly. In addition, you know how to convey your advice clearly and with impact and position yourself as a fully-fledged discussion partner.
9:30 AM Start training day
5:00 PM End of training day
9:30 AM Start training day
5:00 PM End of training day
We also offer this training in a three-day or four-day program. See Professional Advisory Skills in 3 months and Professional Advisory Skills in 4 months.
Prior to the training program, we ask you to complete an online intake form. If you prefer to discuss your personal learning objectives in more detail, we’ll be more than happy to schedule a one-on-one intake call. Based on your learning objectives, background, and focus areas, we’ll match you with a training group with similar professionals. This way, the training will be aligned with your situation and learning objectives.
The two-day training program ‘Professional Advisory Skills’ is spread over two weeks. Each training day combines inspiration, theory, and practical exercises. There will be a mix of plenary sessions, group assignments, and time for reflection. This way, the skills you acquired can be put to use right away.
In between the two training days, you’ll apply what you’ve learned in your daily work. During the second training day, you’ll discuss your experiences, insights, and results with the trainer and the group. Your training program ends with a personal evaluation and a clear plan of action for the future.
About your trainer
The training program is delivered by an experienced trainer with extensive practical experience. Our trainers combine expertise, analytical ability, and sharp observational skills with a personal and positive approach. They offer respectful, direct feedback, challenge you to grow, and support you in getting the very best out of yourself.
From the very first day of your training program, you’ll have access to the YEARTH Online Learning Platform. Here, you’ll find in-depth articles, assignments, and tools to help you put what you’ve learned into practice. You can choose where and when to study using the YEARTH app, your tablet, or computer. This allows you to get the most out of your training program and apply what you have learned in your daily practice in a sustainable way.
| Participant fee | € 1.295, |
| Facility fee € 50 per day | € 100, |
| Total price excluding VAT | € 1.395, |
| Participant fee | € 1.295, |
| Surcharge 10% | € 129,50 |
| Facility fee € 50 per day | € 100, |
| Total price excluding VAT | € 1.524,50 |
| Participant fee | € 1.295, |
| Surcharge 10% | € 129,50 |
| Facility fee € 50 per day | € 100, |
| Total price excluding VAT | € 1.524,50 |
This is included in your investment:
VAT
The total investment excludes VAT. In some cases, a VAT exemption may be possible. In that case, the participation fee will increase by 10%. This can be beneficial for individuals and organizations that are not able to deduct VAT. Read more about VAT exemption.
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