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Influencing & Persuading

This session will help you to connect with your own personal brand in order to make a greater and more positive impact on your stakeholders.

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	• Training Course: Ready-to-run session • Pick & Mix: Combine topics to build a journey • Customise: Create something custom from scratch.
	Available for groups & individuals
	Durations: 90-minute bite-size
	6-8 hrs on-demand learning

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	Available for groups & individuals
	1 x 3 hour expert-led session delivered virtually or in-person
	6-8 hrs on-demand learning

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Live session delivered virtually or in-person. Up to 15 people per programme.

£1500

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