The aim To ensure managers inform and involve their teams in order to improve motivation and productivity. About the programme Research shows that the two most common complaints in organisations worldwide are ‘nobody ever tells us’ and ‘nobody ever asks us’. The best of motives consists of two videos which tackle each of these issues. In part 1: Nobody ever tells us, a manager believes that his staff are idle and need constant chasing. However he is failing to put their roles into context and not until he receives the same treatment from his fitness instructor does he realise that he needs to adopt a more motivational approach. This means keeping people informed, knowing how to measure performance and offering praise and encouragement. The benefits Engaging drama using humour to make messages stick Realistic workplace scenarios that are easy to relate to Targeted at individuals with responsibilities for a team Shows the key steps to empowering staff Programme includes: DVD part 1 (28 mins) Meeting break video Course leader’s guide Delegate worksheets on disk Powerpoint slides on disk Self-study workbook on disk

The aim To ensure managers inform and involve their teams in order to improve motivation and productivity. About the programme Research shows that the two most common complaints in organisations worldwide are ‘nobody ever tells us’ and ‘nobody ever asks us’. The best of motives consists of two videos which tackle each of these issues. Part 2: Nobody ever asks us shows how projects can fail when a manager tries to take on too much responsibility. It is important to let the team help decide the best course of action to help the project succeed. Lessons managers will learn include welcoming suggestions, requesting help and using the individual skills of the team. The final lesson is that people need results to achieve, not tasks to perform if they are to be productive, successful and willing to contribute to the business. The benefits Engaging drama using humour to make messages stick Realistic workplace scenarios that are easy to relate to Targeted at individuals with responsibilities for a team Shows the key steps to empowering staff Programme includes: DVD part 2 (31 mins) Meeting break video Course leader’s guide Delegate worksheets on disk Powerpoint slides on disk Self-study workbook on disk

The aim To give managers the leadership skills they need to enable individuals to work more effectively as part of a team. About the programme There are three steps managers should take to inspire their teams: give them confidence in the value of their specific role in the team, confidence in their value as individuals and confidence in their value as part of a team. The video tells the story of George, who is given the role of leading a team. With the help of Harry and his team at his local pub, George learns that being in charge doesn't mean having all the answers, but means involving the team and using their skills, experience and initiative to find them. The benefits Suitable for all managers and team leaders. Engaging format with clear and memorable messages. Useful for either ad-hoc project teams or permanent teams. As well as the core video, you'll receive comprehensive support materials that add value to the way trainers and managers address learning needs, including self-study materials and a meeting break video. Programme includes: DVD (25 mins) Meeting break video Course leader's guide Delegate worksheets on disk Powerpoint slides/OHPs on disk Self-study workbook on disk

The aim To bring first-line managers and team leaders quickly up to speed with the expected roles and responsibilities of front-line management. About the programme First in line (second edition) is a total resource for training people as front-line managers. It is comprehensive, providing a conceptual overview of the manager's role, training in essential personal and interpersonal skills, and introducing new topics that may be unfamiliar to inexperienced managers, such as budgeting and cost control or employment law. The kit includes three videos - a case study of the role of the manager, a review of the case study's learning points, and the incident file' containing 38 practical situations that first-line managers may encounter. It's also flexible. Twenty training units explore key skills of any manager, from organisation, problem solving and motivation, to meetings, delegation and discipline. There's a choice for the specific people being trained at specific times, and a trainer's guide on the best way to use the materials. Two resource binders contain other items that enable trainers to host a single refresher session or create workable, long-term training packages covering all management skills. These include exercises, case studies, projects and role-plays; over forty key point summaries; a pre-course questionnaire to assess training needs; and 249 OHP transparencies. The benefits Comprehensive materials on every aspect of management Total resource for training first-line and inexperienced managers Suitable for immediate or long-term training needs Preview tape available Programme includes: Case study and review (45 mins) Incident file (33 mins) 20 training units 2 resource binders 1 trainer's guide 249 OHPs

The aim To show how to become a better leader About the programme 'I've gone from being the boy next door to being the bloke with the weight of the world on his shoulders.' (Jamie Oliver) Jamie Oliver's passion and vision transformed a bunch of unemployed kids into an efficient, organised team, capable of running a first-class London restaurant, Fifteen. Jamie is a natural and instinctive leader. And anyone who takes on a leadership role can learn a lot from watching him in action. Part of the new two-part Jamie's kitchen training series, Fifteen lessons on leadership demonstrates that leadership is an activity and not a position. Leaders and potential leaders will identify with Jamie's honesty and openness. The programme covers five key learning points backed up by real examples from Jamie's journey: Lead the way Jamie shows how a good leader makes sure everyone is clear about what is expected of them. He also has a clear vision of where he wants the project to go and can communicate this in a way everyone can understand. Show them how Jamie is a highly visible leader who sets a great example to his team. He knows that when it comes to leadership, actions speak louder than words. He demonstrates how a good leader is prepared to tackle the unpleasant tasks as well as the pleasant ones. Believe in them Jamie shows total belief in his team. His positive approach to coaching, always looking for things to praise, really pays off. Even when his team mess up, he gives them the message that they can and will get it right. He is not afraid to delegate. Deal with it Jamie shows enormous responsibility throughout the project, personally, professionally and financially. He understands that if things go wrong, he - and no one else - will carry the can. His honesty in sharing how this affects him will strike a chord with all leaders. Learn and adapt Jamie learns continually throughout the project. He learns about himself and about his team, discovering which techniques of leadership work best for each team member. If one way of tackling a problem doesn't work, he tries another. Now available in Multi language DVDs. For more details call + 44 (0) 207 400 4800. The benefits Believable example of a leader in action Positive role model to inspire your audience Will improve skills of both new and existing leaders Pressurised role reflects real life for today's leaders Energetic style will keep audience engaged Programme includes DVD (25 minutes) Course leader's guide Self-study workbook Customisable worksheets Powerpoint slides and handouts Poster of key learning pointsDon't miss Fifteen lessons on teamwork, the other programme in the Jamie's Kitchen series.

The aim To show how to become a better team About the programme "For me tonight was a very powerful night really. Because there was no one to catch them, they concentrated so hard. I think today they came together really well as a team." (Jamie Oliver) Jamie Oliver's passion and vision transformed a bunch of unemployed kids into an efficient, organised team, capable of running a first-class London restaurant, Fifteen. Fifteen lessons on teamwork identifies the key stages of team development - forming, storming, norming and performing. It follows Jamie's young trainee chefs as they move through these stages to come together as an effective unit. The programme identifies four easy-to-remember learning points so your team can apply the trainees' experiences to improve their own team skills: Get it straight This corresponds to the team development stage known as forming, when the team members are put together for the first time. The goals and expectations of the team have to be clearly established. Individual team members ask themselves what they each bring to the team. Get on board The team is now at the storming stage. Individual strengths and weaknesses start to emerge as team members work out how to support each other. Individual wants and needs have to take second place to what the team needs. Get stuck in The team now moves into the norming stage, where ground rules are established. The team has to work out how to resolve conflict and solve problems, as well as dealing with practicalities such as how tasks are shared out. It's a time to make sure everyone is committed to the team's goals. Get better This learning point corresponds to the performing stage, when the group is functioning as a true team. The question for the team now is: Are we learning all the time, not just from the good things but also from our mistakes? The team must also keep striving to achieve more, both individually and together. Now available in Multi language DVD. For more details call + 44 207 400 4800. The benefits Real life example of classic team development in action Energetic style will keep audience engaged Motivational for all teams Encourages continual development Relevant for all levels of team Programme includes DVD (25 minutes) Course leader's guide Self-study workbook Customisable worksheets Powerpoint slides and handouts Poster of key learning pointsDon't miss Fifteen lessons on leadership, the other programme in the Jamie's Kitchen series.