Advanced Professional Skills Training December Programme

PROGRAMME OVERVIEW

Join us for our new 2-day "Advanced Professional Skills" training programme on Thursday 4th December and Thursday 11th December 2025.

Please note that if you are not available for both days, catch up opportunities are available in the new year, so please contact us with your specific situation and we will try to accommodate you.

DEVELOP ADVANCED PROFESSIONAL SKILLS THAT MACHINES CAN'T REPLICATE...

The business world is rapidly changing for employees, employers and customers. Technical ability on its own will no longer be enough.

To stand out and succeed in your business and future career, you will need to develop and use certain core professional skills.

This FREE* Advanced Professional Skills Programme will equip you with practical, real-world, human skills that form the foundation of every successful career.

Across four engaging modules, you’ll develop negotiation, productivity, creativity and leadership skills that employers and customers value, and that machines can’t replicate!

ABOUT THE PROGRAMME

This 2-day in-person training programme, delivered by experienced strategic advisors from The Uncommon Practice is for anyone with a growth mindset looking to develop advanced professional skills and frameworks for success in their career, particularly high potential employees, business owners, start-up founders, new graduates, apprentices and early-career employees, team members who have recently taken on new responsibilities, those returning to work or transitioning into new roles, people in between jobs, and future entrepreneurs.

The programme provides a brilliant opportunity to boost your business skills and your future career prospects.

The programme consists of four interactive and experiential modules:

- Negotiation Success

- Productivity and Project Planning

- Creativity and Innovation

- An introduction to Leadership

Participants will be expected to attend both days of the programme – although catch up opportunities are available in the new year if you cannot attend a specific date. Buffet lunch is provided and there is free parking on-site.

Participants who attend all four modules will also receive a certificate of completion.

COST

The “Advanced Professional Skills” programme is free to attend*. However, as the programme is funded by the UK Government through the UK Shared Prosperity Fund, eligibility criteria apply (see below).

While the programme is free to attendees*, it is highly valuable. The RRP of this programme and coaching would be over £2000.

You will also be expected to attend all 3 days of the programme. However, if you are unable to attend on a certain date, please let us know before you book, as catch-up opportunities are available.

*ELIGIBILITY

To attend this programme, ONE of the following criteria must apply:

1. You work for a Wrexham-based business (your place of work must have a Wrexham County postcode)

OR

2. You are an individual living in Wrexham County with a Wrexham County postcode

Applications for places will be verified on a case-by-case basis.

*Please note: This criteria is different to previous skills programmes delivered as part of the Multiply Fund in 2024/25.

👉 We expect places to go quickly so don't miss out - sign up now to secure your spot!

For more information email: d.armstrong@theuncommonpractice.com

WHO SHOULD JOIN AND WHY?

WHO SHOULD TAKE PART?

The programme is for anyone with a growth mindset looking to advance their level of professional skills.

Previous participants on the programme have included high potential employees, business owners, start-up founders, new graduates, apprentices and early-career employees, team members who have recently taken on new responsibilities, those returning to work or transitioning into new roles, people in between jobs, and future entrepreneurs.

WHY SHOULD YOU TAKE PART IN THE PROGRAMME?

Confidence in any professional setting: Whether you're speaking in meetings, interpreting financial reports, managing team members, promoting an idea, or talking to clients, these modules will help you feel more confident, more credible, and more effective in every professional interaction.

Develop the human skills that technology can’t replace: As automation reshapes the world of work, it’s the human skills like communication, empathy, critical thinking, and creativity that are becoming more valuable than ever. This programme helps to develop the cognitive and social skills that are difficult to automate but crucial for progress and impact.

Excel in the world of work and turbocharge your career: You can be brilliant at your job, but if you can't explain your thinking, speak with confidence, or understand how your work contributes to the bottom line then you’ll always feel held back. This course gives you the tools to bridge that gap.

Develop critical skills for the future: According to the World Economic Forum, core higher-order skills such as analytical thinking, problem solving, self-awareness, motivation, creativity, communication, customer service, and active listening are among the Top 10 Skills for 2025, and the core skills that will be needed in 2030. This course will help you develop them.

AN INTERACTIVE AND EXPERIENTIAL LEARNING OPPORTUNITY

THIS ISN’T JUST A THEORETICAL PROGRAMME…

Yes, we introduce theories, frameworks, tools and strategies on the programme, but this isn’t just a theoretical programme, it’s a hands-on, applied learning experience designed to build confidence, competence, and real-world capability.

Every element of the course is designed to be practical, relevant, and impactful.

Led by business experts: Learn from experienced trainers who bring real-world business insight, not just classroom theory. Every session is grounded in practical application, drawn from real-world experience.

Real-life case studies: Each module features case studies that will enable participants to apply what they’ve learned to situations they’ll actually face at work.

Learn through challenges, application and reflection: You don’t ‘learn’ in a classroom, you learn by applying the knowledge and theory in real-world challenges and situations and reflecting on this experience.

Individual coaching session: Every participant will be offered an individual coaching session after the programme, helping you reflect on what you’ve learned, identify development priorities, and create a clear plan for applying your new skills in the workplace.

MODULE 1: NEGOTIATION SUCCESS

This interactive module will equip participants with the skills and confidence to negotiate effectively in sales, business, and everyday life.

You will learn how to prepare for negotiations, understand the interests and motivations of others, and use strategies that create value and achieve win–win outcomes.

Participants will discover key negotiation concepts and negotiation techniques to get the best outcome for both sides.

By the end of the module, you will be able to approach negotiations with clarity, confidence, and resilience, helping you to achieve your desired results while building stronger, collaborative relationships.

MODULE 2: PRODUCTIVITY AND PROJECT MANAGEMENT

This module will give participants the tools and techniques to plan, manage, and deliver projects effectively, while increasing their personal productivity.

You will learn how to prioritise tasks, manage time efficiently, and apply proven project management frameworks.

Participants will also explore strategies for overcoming procrastination, dealing with competing demands, and explore how to make best use of digital tools and AI.

By the end of the module, you will be able to structure projects with clarity, work more productively, and achieve your goals with less stress and greater efficiency.

MODULE 3: CREATIVITY AND INNOVATION

This module will help participants unlock their creative potential and learn how to generate, develop, and launch new ideas successfully.

You will explore proven techniques for creative thinking, problem-solving, and idea generation, as well as frameworks for testing and refining concepts.

Through practical exercises, participants will discover how to apply innovative thinking to real-world challenges and how to bring new products, services, or processes to market effectively.

By the end of the module, you will be able to think more creatively, foster innovation in your organisation, and turn ideas into impactful solutions.

MODULE 4: INTRODUCTION TO LEADERSHIP

This module introduces some fundamental principles of leadership, helping participants understand what it means to lead people and teams effectively.

You will explore different leadership styles, the importance of emotional intelligence, and how to inspire and motivate others.

Participants will learn how to set a vision, communicate clearly, delegate effectively, and build trust within their teams.

By the end of the module, you will have a strong foundation in leadership and the confidence to begin developing your own authentic leadership style.

LOCATION

The programme will take place at The Uncommon Practice: Unit 2G, Redwither Tower, Wrexham Industrial Estate, Wrexham, LL13 9XT

Please note: We reserve the right to move the location to a larger venue if required based on participants. You will be contacted well in advance of the programme with the new location in Wrexham.

ACCESSIBILITY

We want this programme to be as accessible and inclusive as possible. If you have any specific needs, whether related to learning support, mobility, communication, or anything else, please let us know when booking your place. We’ll do everything we can to make sure you’re fully supported and able to get the most from the experience.

FUNDED TRAVEL

To make this programme accessible to as many as possible, there is opportunity for direct travel to/from the programme to be funded. Please speak to us about this when you book your place.

BOOKING YOUR PLACE(S)

Numbers are limited on each programme, and we expect places to go very quickly, so we urge you to book your place(s) without delay.

If you would like to book more than 4 places from the same Wrexham-based business, please contact us directly.

We are happy to accommodate multiple people from the same business, but we may need to spread participants across programmes, depending on numbers registered to attend.

If you cannot attend both days of your chosen programme, please contact us to discuss your booking, as catch-up opportunities may be available.

Please email: d.armstrong@theuncommonpractice.com or call us on 0333 242 3743