tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-295905712024-03-13T23:38:34.216+00:00Team Coaching Network Development DaysDave Bullhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17709151576484152028noreply@blogger.comBlogger33125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-29590571.post-54471122877759382672010-03-10T14:01:00.001+00:002010-03-10T14:03:03.726+00:00March 2010 Development Day - book now!Team Coaching Network's 22nd Development Day for Independent Trainers and Consultants will take place on Friday 26th March 2010 at 5 Valleys Enterprise Centre, Greenway, Caerphilly, CF83 8GF from 9:30am to 4:00pm<br /><br />Book at <a href="http://tinyurl.com/devday22">http://tinyurl.com/devday22</a><br /><br />==What are Development Days?==<br /><br />Development Days have been a great source of professional development, fun and networking since July 2005. The benefits we all get include:<br /><br /> * a chance to sharpen our skills in working with groups and giving feedback<br /> * networking with consultants in different fields, leading to work referrals<br /> * a support group of peers facing similar challenges, sharing advice and ideas<br /> * a forum to try out new ideas and techniques and get high quality feedback<br /> * Development Days are fun! You deserve some "you" time!<br /><br />==What will happen at this Development Day?==<br /><br /> * We meet at 9:30 for coffee and croissants. Tea, coffee, juice, fruit and biscuits are available throughout the day.<br /> * There will be four "slots" - Dave takes the first one which helps everyone to get to know each other's work and style.<br /> * The other three "slots" are taken by other participants. You could deliver a part of a course to get feedback on it, run an exercise with the group, or lead a discussion on a topic of interest.<br /> * A buffet lunch is provided by our excellent caterer "Nibbles". There is space on the registration form to indicate any food preferences you have.<br /> * A video recording of the whole day will be available to download so you can relive the good bits and capture the feedback you got from your peers on the day.<br /><br />==What do I do next?==<br /><br /> * Complete the brief registration form at <a href="http://tinyurl.com/devday22">http://tinyurl.com/devday22</a>.<br /> * Consider taking a slot on the day - it's a fantastically useful experience!<br /> * Pass this message on to other trainers and consultants who may be interested in joining us.<br /><br />==Summary of Event Details==<br /><br /> * Friday 26th March 2010<br /> * 9:30 am for coffee, kicking off at 10am, finishing around 4pm<br /> * 5 Valleys Enterprise Centre, Greenway, Caerphilly, CF83 8GF<br /> * Dress: No ties! Unless you want to!<br /> * Your contribution: £47 (including VAT - invoices will be provided).<br /><br />See you here!<br /><br />Dave<br /><br /><br />PS Don't delay - I can only keep this date booked if enough people reply as quickly as possible, so if you can come, book in now at <a href="http://tinyurl.com/devday22">http://tinyurl.com/devday22</a>Dave Bullhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17709151576484152028noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-29590571.post-71286659883024863352010-01-18T17:35:00.002+00:002010-01-18T17:37:57.615+00:00Development Day 22People who attend my Development Days regularly report they find the days <span style="font-weight:bold;"><span style="font-style:italic;">worthwhile, enjoyable and a valuable learning experience</span></span>. Don't miss out, <a href="http://tinyurl.com/devday22">book your place</a> for 29th January now and make sure you end the month on the best possible note!<br /><br /><span style="font-weight:bold;">==What are Development Days?==</span><br /><br />Development Days have been helping trainers be more amazing since July 2005. The benefits we all get include:<br /><br />* new skills and ideas from learning with our peers<br />* referrals and other networking benefits<br />* a unique way to test your ideas before unleashing them on paying customers!<br />* enjoyable yet stretching learning experience<br /><br /><span style="font-weight:bold;">==What will happen at this Development Day?==</span><br /><br />* We meet at 9:30 for coffee and croissants. Tea, coffee, juice, fruit and biscuits are available throughout the day.<br />* There will be four "slots" - Dave takes the first one which helps everyone to get to know each other's work and style.<br />* The other three "slots" are taken by other participants. You could deliver a part of a course to get feedback on it, run an exercise with the group, or lead a discussion on a topic of interest.<br />* A buffet lunch is provided by our excellent caterer "Nibbles". There is space on the registration form to indicate any food preferences you have.<br />* A video recording of the whole day will be available to download so you can relive the good bits and capture the feedback you got from your peers on the day.<br /><br /><span style="font-weight:bold;">==What do I do next?==</span><br /><br />* Complete the brief registration form at <a href="http://tinyurl.com/devday22">http://tinyurl.com/devday22</a>.<br />* Consider taking a slot on the day - it's a fantastically useful experience!<br />* Pass this message on to other trainers and consultants who may be interested in joining us.<br /><br /><span style="font-weight:bold;">==Summary of Event Details==</span><br /><br />* Friday 29th January 2010<br />* 9:30 am for coffee, kicking off at 10am, finishing around 4pm<br />* 5 Valleys Enterprise Centre, Greenway, Caerphilly, CF83 8GF<br />* Dress: No ties! Unless you want to!<br />* Your contribution: £47 (including VAT - invoices will be provided).<br /><br />Reserve your place now at <a href="http://tinyurl.com/devday22">http://tinyurl.com/devday22</a><br /> <br />See you here!<br /><br />DaveDave Bullhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17709151576484152028noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-29590571.post-31243870196600955802009-12-01T11:19:00.002+00:002009-12-01T12:56:55.156+00:00Dates for 2010 - put 'em in your diaries now!Well, what a fantastic year we've had at Development Days in 2009! New friendships made, old faces reunited, 6 Development Days in a row held at our new flagship World Headquarters (erm, hang on, Dave...) Overall, 13 new people joined us for Development Days this year!<br /><br />Dates for 2010 are as follows: please pencil these in your diaries now.<br /><ul><li>29th January</li><li>19th March</li><li>21st May</li><li>9th July</li><li>17th September</li><li>19th November</li></ul>Remember you can keep up to date with Development Days by following <a href="http://trainerdevelopment.blogspot.com">the blog feed</a>, signing up for the <a href="http://teamcoachingnetwork.com/lists/?p=subscribe&id=2">newsletter</a> or joining the <a href="http://www.facebook.com/pages/Development-Days-for-Consultants-and-Trainers/84532446328">Facebook Page.</a><br /><br />Have a great Christmas and New Year!<br /><br />Dave<br /><span style="display: block;" id="formatbar_Buttons"><span class=" on down" style="display: block;" id="formatbar_CreateLink" title="Link" onmouseover="ButtonHoverOn(this);" onmouseout="ButtonHoverOff(this);" onmouseup="" onmousedown="CheckFormatting(event);FormatbarButton('richeditorframe', this, 8);ButtonMouseDown(this);"><br /><br /></span></span>Dave Bullhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17709151576484152028noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-29590571.post-34547651894899131572009-10-16T11:11:00.003+01:002009-10-16T11:16:32.880+01:00November 2009 - Development Day 21!<span style="font-family: verdana;">Development Days are highly rated by everyone who attends - come and join in the benefits with us!</span><br /><br /><span style="font-weight: bold; font-family: verdana;font-size:130%;" >What are Development Days?</span><br /><br /><span style="font-family: verdana;">Development Days have been running regularly since July 2005. The benefits we all get include:</span><br /><br /><ul style="font-family: verdana;"><li> a chance to sharpen our skills in working with groups and giving feedback</li><li>networking with consultants in different fields, leading to work referrals</li><li> a support group of peers facing similar challenges, sharing advice and ideas</li><li>a forum to try out new ideas and techniques and get high quality feedback</li><li>Development Days are fun! You deserve some "you" time!</li></ul><br /><span style="font-family: verdana;font-size:130%;" ><span style="font-weight: bold;">What will happen at this Development Day?</span></span><br /><br /><ul style="font-family: verdana;"><li> We meet at 9:30 for coffee and croissants. Tea, coffee, juice, fruit and biscuits are available throughout the day.</li><li>There will be four "slots" - Dave takes the first one which helps everyone to get to know each other's work and style.</li><li>The other three "slots" are taken by other participants. You could deliver a part of a course to get feedback on it, run an exercise with the group, or lead a discussion on a topic of interest. In the past we've had topics on marketing & sales, session evaluation, MBTI, RECIPE cards, teamworking exercises, collaborative working, and many others!</li><li> A buffet lunch is provided by our excellent caterer "Nibbles". There is space on the registration form to indicate any food preferences you have.</li><li> You will be sent a video recording of the whole day so you can relive the good bits and capture the feedback you got from your peers on the day.</li></ul><br /><span style="font-family: verdana;font-size:130%;" ><span style="font-weight: bold;">What do I do next?</span></span><br /><br /><ul style="font-family: verdana;"><li> Complete the brief registration form at <a href="http://tinyurl.com/devday21">http://tinyurl.com/devday21</a></li><li>Consider taking a slot on the day - it's a fantastically useful experience!</li><li> Invite other trainers and consultants who may be interested in joining us.</li></ul><br /><span style="font-family: verdana;font-size:130%;" ><span style="font-weight: bold;">Summary of Event Details</span></span><br /><br /><ul style="font-family: verdana;"><li>Friday 13th November 2009</li><li>9:30 am for coffee, kicking off at 10am, finishing around 4pm</li><li>5 Valleys Enterprise Centre, Greenway, Caerphilly, CF83 8GF</li><li>Dress: No ties! (Interesting discussion on this last time...)</li><li>Your contribution: £40.25 (including VAT - invoices will be provided).</li></ul><br /><span style="font-family: verdana;">See you here!</span><br /><br /><span style="font-style: italic; font-family: verdana;">Dave</span>Dave Bullhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17709151576484152028noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-29590571.post-13149559808738247322009-09-19T21:41:00.002+01:002009-09-19T21:55:41.769+01:00Mark enjoyed last Friday's Development Day<div>HI Folks</div><div><br /></div><div>Mark McManus of <a href="http://www.blogger.com/www.exactcoaching.co.uk">Exact Coaching</a> came to last Friday's Development Day and very kindly offered to write a few words for this site. Here's his reflection on the benefits he got from the day:</div><div><br /></div><div></div><blockquote><div>"I've just returned from my very first experience of one of Dave Bull's 'Development Days' and I can honestly say that it "Does exactly what it says on the tin". The format is very relaxed, the fellow attendees very welcoming and supportive, and the content is really varied and stimulating. Dave does a fantastic job at facilitating the event and stimulating everyone's engagement. He also has a very calm and easy going approach which quickly puts you at ease. In his description of the event, Dave talks about having some 'You' time once in a while and I think this is extremely important for all of us. Instead of yet another business breakfast meeting, instead of catching up on some more admin, instead of planning the new marketing approach for the business (whilst all very important activities), consider taking a whole day 'off' altogether and focussing on your needs for a change. </div><div><br />One of the most valuable aspects of the day from my perspective was having the opportunity to discuss skills, methods and best practice with like-minded professionals and being able to receive some really open and honest feedback on your various strengths and 'areas for development' during the practical elements of the programme. I'd strongly recommend these 'Development Days' to anyone who thinks they may be on benefit. I, for one, will be back for more!"</div></blockquote><div></div><br /><br />As before, this is the complete and unedited text provided by Mark. It's a fantastic feeling to know that people are leaving my event with this kind of opinion of it. I hope some more of you will be able to find some time to attend in the near future!<br /><br />The next Development Day will be on 13th November and dates for 2010 will appear here shortly!<br /><br />All the best<br /><br />DaveDave Bullhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17709151576484152028noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-29590571.post-26084692364243158212009-08-18T16:02:00.002+01:002009-08-18T16:11:03.861+01:00September 2009 Development Day for Trainers & ConsultantsYou are invited to Team Coaching Network's 20th Development Day for Independent Trainers and Consultants to be held on Friday 18th September 2009 at 5 Valleys Enterprise Centre, Greenway, Caerphilly, CF83 8GF from 9:30am to 4:00pm<br /><br />What are Development Days?<br /><br />Development Days have been running regularly since July 2005. The benefits we all get include:<br /><br />* a chance to sharpen our skills in working with groups and giving feedback<br />* networking with consultants in different fields, leading to work referrals<br />* a support group of peers facing similar challenges, sharing advice and ideas<br />* a forum to try out new ideas and techniques and get high quality feedback<br />* Development Days are fun! You deserve some "you" time!<br /><br />What will happen at this Development Day?<br /><br />* We meet at 9:30 for coffee and late breakfast. Tea, coffee, juice, fruit and biscuits are available throughout the day.<br />* There will be four "slots" - Dave takes the first one which helps everyone to get to know each other's work and style.<br />* The other three "slots" are taken by other participants. This could mean trying out a part of a course to get feedback on it, running an exercise with the group, or leading a discussion on a topic of interest. In the past we've had topics on marketing & sales, session evaluation, MBTI, RECIPE cards, teamworking exercises, collaborative working, and many others!<br />* A buffet lunch is provided by our excellent caterer "Nibbles". There is space on the registration form to indicate any food preferences you have.<br />* You will be sent a video recording of the whole day so you can relive the good bits and capture the feedback you got from your peers on the day.<br /><br />What do I do next?<br /><br />* Complete the brief registration form at <a href="http://tinyurl.com/devday20">http://tinyurl.com/devday20</a><br />* Consider taking a slot on the day - it's a fantastically useful experience!<br />* Pass this message on to other trainers and consultants who may be interested in joining us.<br /><br />Summary of Event Details<br /><br />* Friday 18th September 2009<br />* 9:30 am for coffee, kicking off at 10am, finishing around 4pm<br />* 5 Valleys Enterprise Centre, Greenway, Caerphilly, CF83 8GF<br />* Dress: No ties!<br />* Your contribution: £40.25 (including VAT - invoices will be provided).<br /><br />See you here!<br /><br />DaveDave Bullhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17709151576484152028noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-29590571.post-70681689476134072472009-08-18T15:55:00.003+01:002009-08-18T16:28:13.184+01:00High Praise for Development DaysHi Folks: here is the complete, unedited review of Development Day 19 by one of its participants, <a href="http://www.siandonovan.com">Sian Donovan</a>, a Development Day Virgin:<br /><br /><blockquote>Today I spent the day at the offices of Dave Bull, Team Coaching Network Ltd. I had been invited along, as a newbee, to a day where trainers get together and develop their own techniques/ideas in a sympathetic yet robust environment. That’s what I was told. I was apprehensive but very curious. I wasn’t sure just how many experienced eyes would be critically appraising my first stumbling steps. Maybe I would sit at the back and observe.<br /><br />In the event the day was extremely “intime” as, due to last minute and unavoidable cancellations, there were just three of us plus Dave. Now there really was nowhere to hide! My fears were totally unfounded. Dave managed, a better description than led, an informal almost organic exchange of ideas and conversation, interlaced with brief presentations and discussions of such. The company was excellent, conversations very interesting as we were all from very different backgrounds and, somehow, discreetly, Dave kept a structure to the day so not a moment was wasted. The time flew, coffee and sustenance were in abundance, and I can honestly say I came away a richer person, challenged, stimulated and armed with more than a few damn good ideas. Highly recommended and worth every penny.</blockquote><br /><br />The next Development Day is open for <a href="https://spreadsheets.google.com/viewform?formkey=dDdTSGV0bGZiZWtTQ0FYUlJrd0lxUUE6MA..">bookings</a> now! Take your turn to benefit from this unique and enriching event!<br /><br /><br />All the best<br /><br />DaveDave Bullhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17709151576484152028noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-29590571.post-54084115883269322892009-06-12T09:57:00.001+01:002009-06-12T10:04:06.066+01:0019th Development Day for freelancers - 10th July 2009<h2 class="western">Team Coaching Network's 19th Development Day for Independent Trainers and Consultants – Friday 10th July 2009</h2> <p style="margin-bottom: 0cm;">You are invited to Team Coaching Network's 18th Development Day for Independent Trainers and Consultants to be held on Friday 10th July 2009 at Valleys Enterprise Centre, Greenway, Caerphilly, CF83 8GF from 9:30am to 4:00pm</p> <h2 class="western">What are Development Days?</h2> <p style="margin-bottom: 0cm;">Development Days have been running regularly since 2005. They are a massively beneficial learning event for anyone who needs to make presentations. The benefits we all get include:</p> <ul><li><p style="margin-bottom: 0cm;">a chance to sharpen our skills in working with groups and giving feedback</p> </li><li><p style="margin-bottom: 0cm;">networking with consultants in different fields, leading to work referrals</p> </li><li><p style="margin-bottom: 0cm;">a support group of peers facing similar challenges, sharing advice and ideas</p> </li><li><p style="margin-bottom: 0cm;">a forum to try out new ideas and techniques and get high quality feedback</p> </li><li><p style="margin-bottom: 0cm;">Development Days are fun! You deserve some "you" time!</p> </li></ul> <h2 class="western">What will happen at this Development Day?</h2> <ul><li><p style="margin-bottom: 0cm;">We meet at 9:30 for coffee and breakfast and a chat. Tea, coffee, juice, fruit and biscuits are available throughout the day.</p> </li><li><p style="margin-bottom: 0cm;">There will be four "slots" - Dave takes the first one which helps everyone to get to know each other's work and style.</p> </li><li><p style="margin-bottom: 0cm;">The other three "slots" are taken by other participants. This could mean trying out a part of a course to get feedback on it, running an exercise with the group, or leading a discussion on a topic of interest. In the past we've had topics on marketing & sales, session evaluation, MBTI, RECIPE cards, teamworking exercises, collaborative working and many others!</p> </li><li><p style="margin-bottom: 0cm;">A buffet lunch is provided. There is space on the registration form to indicate any food preferences you have.</p> </li><li><p style="margin-bottom: 0cm;">You will be sent a video recording of the whole day so you can see your own brilliance and capture the feedback you got from your peers on the day.</p> </li></ul> <h2 class="western">What do I do next?</h2> <ul><li><p style="margin-bottom: 0cm;">Complete the brief registration form at <a href="http://spreadsheets.google.com/viewform?formkey=clR6and2UTAzY3ZFZDFTM21DSkozSVE6MA..">http://spreadsheets.google.com/viewform?formkey=clR6and2UTAzY3ZFZDFTM21DSkozSVE6MA...</a></p> </li><li><p style="margin-bottom: 0cm;">Consider taking a slot on the day – it's a fantastically useful experience!</p> </li><li><p style="margin-bottom: 0cm;">Pass this message on to other trainers and consultants who may be interested in joining us.</p> </li></ul> <h2 class="western">Summary of Event Details</h2> <ul><li><p style="margin-bottom: 0cm;">Friday 10th July 2009</p> </li><li><p style="margin-bottom: 0cm;">9:30 am for coffee, kicking off at 10am, finishing around 4pm</p> </li><li><p style="margin-bottom: 0cm;">5 Valleys Enterprise Centre, Greenway, Caerphilly, CF83 8GF</p> </li><li><p style="margin-bottom: 0cm;">Dress: No ties.</p> </li><li><p style="margin-bottom: 0cm;">Your contribution: £40.25 including VAT.</p> </li></ul>Dave Bullhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17709151576484152028noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-29590571.post-46884187447322910442009-04-08T13:55:00.002+01:002009-05-19T22:02:41.707+01:008th May - Development Day 18<h1 class="western"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:arial;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: medium;">Team Coaching Network's 18</span></span><sup><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:arial;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: medium;">th</span></span></sup><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:arial;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: medium;"> Development Day for Independent Trainers and Consultants – Friday 8</span></span><sup><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:arial;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: medium;">th</span></span></sup><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:arial;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: medium;"> May 2009</span></span></h1> <p class="western"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:arial;">You are invited to Team Coaching Network's 18</span><sup><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:arial;">th</span></sup><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:arial;"> Development Day for Independent Trainers and Consultants to be held on Friday 8</span><sup><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:arial;">th</span></sup><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:arial;"> May 2009 at Team Coaching Studio, 5 Valleys Enterprise Centre, Greenway, Caerphilly, CF83 8GF from 9:30am to 4:00pm</span></p> <h1 class="western"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:arial;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: medium;">What are Development Days?</span></span></h1> <p class="western"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:arial;">Development Days have been running regularly since 2005. The benefits we all get include:</span></p> <ul> <li><p class="western"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:arial;">a chance to sharpen our skills in working with groups and giving feedback</span></p> </li><li><p class="western"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:arial;">networking with consultants in different fields, leading to work referrals</span></p> </li><li><p class="western"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:arial;">a support group of peers facing similar challenges, sharing advice and ideas</span></p> </li><li><p class="western"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:arial;">a forum to try out new ideas and techniques and get high quality feedback</span></p> </li><li><p class="western"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:arial;">Development Days are fun! You deserve some “you” time!</span></p> </li></ul> <h1 class="western"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:arial;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: medium;">What will happen at this Development Day?</span></span></h1> <ul> <li><p class="western"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:arial;">We meet at 9:30 for coffee and breakfast and a chat. Tea, coffee, juice, fruit and biscuits are available throughout the day.</span></p> </li><li><p class="western"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:arial;">There will be four “slots” - Dave takes the first one which helps everyone to get to know each other's work and style.</span></p> </li><li><p class="western"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:arial;">The other three “slots” are taken by other participants. This could mean trying out a part of a course to get feedback on it, running an exercise with the group, or leading a discussion on a topic of interest. In the past we've had topics on marketing & sales, session evaluation, MBTI, RECIPE cards, collaborative working and many others!</span></p> </li><li><p class="western"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:arial;">A buffet lunch is provided. There is space on the registration form to indicate any food preferences you have.</span></p> </li><li><p class="western"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:arial;">You will be sent a video recording of the whole day so you can see your own brilliance and capture the feedback you got from your peers on the day.</span></p> </li></ul> <h1 class="western"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:arial;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: medium;">What do I do next?</span></span></h1> <ul> <li><p class="western"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:arial;">Complete the brief registration form at </span><a href="https://spreadsheets.google.com/viewform?formkey=cGVWbG5PTlZ2X29tWmpqRHVxU1ZUVnc6MA.."><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:arial;">https://spreadsheets.google.com/viewform?formkey=cGVWbG5PTlZ2X29tWmpqRHVxU1ZUVnc6MA..</span></a></p> </li><li><p class="western"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:arial;">Consider taking a slot on the day – it's a fantastically useful experience!</span></p> </li><li><p class="western"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:arial;">Pass this message on to other trainers and consultants who may be interested in joining us.</span></p> </li></ul> <h1 class="western"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:arial;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: medium;">Summary of Event Details</span></span></h1> <p class="western"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:arial;">Friday 8</span><sup><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:arial;">th</span></sup><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:arial;"> March 2009</span></p> <p class="western"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:arial;">9:30 am for coffee, kicking off at 10am, finishing around 4pm</span></p> <p class="western"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:arial;">Team Coaching Studio, 5 Valleys Enterprise Centre, Greenway, Caerphilly, CF83 8GF</span></p> <p class="western"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:arial;">Dress: No ties.</span></p><p class="western"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:arial;">Your contribution: £40.25 including VAT.</span></p>Dave Bullhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17709151576484152028noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-29590571.post-65969232570374953522009-02-09T16:43:00.002+00:002009-02-09T16:51:26.303+00:00Development Day 18 - 6th March 2009Join us at Team Coaching Network's 18th Development Day for Independent Trainers and Consultants!<br /><br />This exciting and worthwhile event will be held on Friday 6th March 2009 at The TrainerLab Studio, Valleys Enterprise Centre, Greenway, Bedwas CF83 8GF.<br /><br />We meet at 9:30 for late breakfast (croissants and stuff), start in earnest at 10am, lunch and refreshments are provided, and we finish around 4pm.<br /><br />Development Days give 3 or 4 participants in each session the opportunity to take a "slot" in the day. You might try running some material which is new to see if it works; you might run some material which is old to see how you can freshen it up; you might lead the group in an exercise, or in a discussion around a topic of interest, whether it's to do with the technicalities of working with groups of learners, or whether it's to do with the technicalities of running our own professional practices.<br /><br />The key benefit of running a slot is the robust yet supportive feedback you get from your peers. People who have volunteered in this way are consistently enthusiastic about the value they get from this feedback.<br /><br />Your contribution is £35 plus VAT (£40.25).<br /><br />Please confirm your attendance by completing the <a href="https://spreadsheets.google.com/viewform?key=peVlnONVv_onzfzD4qB60Eg&hl=en_GB">brief online registration form</a>, volunteer for a slot, and pass this email to anyone you think may be interested in joining us at Development Days.<br /><br />All the best<br /><br />DaveDave Bullhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17709151576484152028noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-29590571.post-85341197874831016202009-01-02T11:54:00.001+00:002009-01-02T12:21:16.618+00:00Reminder for next week's Development Day<span style="font-family: trebuchet ms;">Team Coaching Network's 17th Development Day for independent trainers and consultants will take place on Friday 9th January 2009 at our TrainerLab Studio at 7 Valleys Enterprise Centre, Greenway, Caerphilly CF83 8GF. Full directions are below. </span><p style="margin-bottom: 0cm;"><span style="font-family:Trebuchet MS,sans-serif;">Those who have so far confirmed they will attend (thank you!):</span></p> <p style="margin-bottom: 0cm;"><br /></p> <table style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);" border="1" cellpadding="4" cellspacing="0" width="962"> <col width="472"> <col width="472"> <tbody><tr valign="top"> <td width="472"> <p><span style="font-family:Trebuchet MS,sans-serif;">Dave Bull</span></p> </td> <td width="472"> <p> <span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 128);"><span lang="zxx"><u><a href="http://teamcoachingnetwork.com/"><span style="font-family:Trebuchet MS,sans-serif;">Team Coaching Network Ltd</span></a></u></span></span></p> </td> </tr> <tr valign="top"> <td width="472"> <p><span style="font-family:Trebuchet MS,sans-serif;">Andrew Scowcroft</span></p> </td> <td width="472"> <p> <span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 128);"><span lang="zxx"><u><a href="http://www.developmentconsultancy.co.uk/"><span style="font-family:Trebuchet MS,sans-serif;">Development Consultancy</span></a></u></span></span></p> </td> </tr> <tr valign="top"> <td width="472"> <p><span style="font-family:Trebuchet MS,sans-serif;">Charlotte Hitchings</span></p> </td> <td width="472"> <p> <span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 128);"><span lang="zxx"><u><a href="http://www.c-change.biz/"><span style="font-family:Trebuchet MS,sans-serif;">C-Change</span></a></u></span></span></p> </td> </tr> <tr valign="top"> <td width="472"> <p><span style="font-family:Trebuchet MS,sans-serif;">Peter Thomas</span></p> </td> <td width="472"> <p> <span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 128);"><span lang="zxx"><u><a href="http://www.ptcommunications.co.uk/"><span style="font-family:Trebuchet MS,sans-serif;">PT Communications</span></a></u></span></span></p> </td> </tr> <tr valign="top"> <td width="472"> <p><span style="font-family:Trebuchet MS,sans-serif;">Dave Thomas</span></p> </td> <td width="472"> <p> <span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 128);"><span lang="zxx"><u><a href="http://www.callofthewild.co.uk/our-staff/"><span style="font-family:Trebuchet MS,sans-serif;">Call of the Wild (Adventure Activities) Ltd</span></a></u></span></span></p> </td> </tr> </tbody></table><p style="margin-bottom: 0cm;"><span style="font-family:Trebuchet MS,sans-serif;">The most convenient way to tell me whether you're coming or not is at </span><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 128);"><span lang="zxx"><u><a href="https://spreadsheets.google.com/viewform?key=peVlnONVv_onfZRpvY7ogZA&hl=en_GB"><span style="font-family:Trebuchet MS,sans-serif;">https://spreadsheets.google.com/viewform?key=peVlnONVv_onfZRpvY7ogZA&hl=en_GB</span></a></u></span></span></p> <p style="margin-bottom: 0cm;"><span style="font-family:Trebuchet MS,sans-serif;">All the best</span></p> <p style="margin-bottom: 0cm;"><span style="font-family:Trebuchet MS,sans-serif;">Dave</span></p> <h2 class="western"><span style="font-family:Trebuchet MS,sans-serif;">Event Details</span></h2> <p style="margin-bottom: 0cm;"><span style="font-family:Trebuchet MS,sans-serif;">We meet at 9:30 for late breakfast (croissants and stuff), lunch and refreshments are provided, and we finish around 4pm.<br /><br />Your contribution is £35 plus VAT (£40.25).<br /><br />Please confirm your attendance or not </span><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 128);"><span lang="zxx"><u><a href="https://spreadsheets.google.com/viewform?key=peVlnONVv_onfZRpvY7ogZA&hl=en_GB"><span style="font-family:Trebuchet MS,sans-serif;">using the form</span></a></u></span></span><span style="font-family:Trebuchet MS,sans-serif;">, volunteer for a slot, and pass this email to anyone you think may be interested in joining us at Development Days.</span></p> <h2 class="western"><span style="font-family:Trebuchet MS,sans-serif;">Directions</span></h2> <h3 class="western"><span style="font-family:Trebuchet MS,sans-serif;">From Newport and the east</span></h3> <h4 style="font-weight: normal;" class="western"><span style=";font-family:Trebuchet MS,sans-serif;font-size:85%;" >Detailed:</span></h4> <p><span style=";font-family:Trebuchet MS,sans-serif;font-size:85%;" >Get to M4 Junction 28 (Tredegar House / A48/ A4072) Take the dual carriageway A4072 (“Forge Road”) North for about 1 mile. At the roundabout take the second exit onto the A468 and into Bassaleg (“Baize-leg”). Bassaleg School is on your left; the Tredegar Arms is ahead of you at a small roundabout. Follow the A468 left at that roundabout. You drive through Bassaleg village (note the “best kept village 1476 sign – I may be exaggerating. You drive past Rhiwderin (“Roo-derrin”) village and into open countryside. you drive past Lower Machen (“Mack-en”) and through Machen (watch your speed here, schools and stuff) and back out into the open. You drive through Trethomas and past Bedwas, stopping at traffic lights with the road into Bedwas village on your right and Bedwas RFC on your left. Get into the right hand filter lane. The Sign Factory is in your right. At the next lights, right is signposted into Bedwas House Industrial Estate. Drive in. On your right, just as the road starts to bend left, is a Venture Wales building. Park in there, come in through the front door, notice the toilets, turn right and go to the end of the corridor and here you are!</span></p> <h4 style="font-weight: normal;" class="western"><span style=";font-family:Trebuchet MS,sans-serif;font-size:85%;" >Brief:</span></h4> <p><span style=";font-family:Trebuchet MS,sans-serif;font-size:85%;" >M4 J28, north on A4072 1 mile, west on A468 7.5 miles, turn right before Peters Food Service and Welsh Assembly. On your right.</span></p> <h3 style="font-weight: normal;" class="western"><span style=";font-family:Trebuchet MS,sans-serif;font-size:85%;" >From Cardiff via Caerphilly Mountain</span></h3> <h4 style="font-weight: normal;" class="western"><span style=";font-family:Trebuchet MS,sans-serif;font-size:85%;" >Detailed:</span></h4> <p><span style=";font-family:Trebuchet MS,sans-serif;font-size:85%;" >From Gabalfa roundabout, the A469 forks right off the A470, and goes through Birchgrove, Rhiwbina, past Llanishen and Thornhill then climbs over the mountain. At the top of the mountain it carries on ahead to curl around the west side of Caerphilly. This is the simplest but not the shortest route. Unless you live in Thornhill you'd be better off going to the A470. At the snackbar on the mountain you can turn right which takes you through Caerphilly town centre and past the castle. At the castle (which is on your left) you pass Caerphilly Job centre and Workingmen's hall on your right and come to some lights. get in the right-hand lane and follow signs to Newport. You will drive along Bedwas Road (B4600) with terraces on your left and open area on your right. At the end of Bedwas Road is a roundabout with 5 exits. Be in the right-hand lane to take the 3</span><span style="font-size:85%;"><sup><span style="font-family:Trebuchet MS,sans-serif;">rd</span></sup></span><span style=";font-family:Trebuchet MS,sans-serif;font-size:85%;" > exit for Newport A468. You pass a Welsh Assembly building on your right and Peters Food Service on your left. Get into the left hand lane and turn left at the next lights. On your right, just as the road starts to bend left, is a Venture Wales building. Park in there, come in through the front door, notice the toilets, turn right and go to the end of the corridor and here you are!</span></p> <h4 style="font-weight: normal;" class="western"><span style=";font-family:Trebuchet MS,sans-serif;font-size:85%;" >Brief:</span></h4> <p><span style=";font-family:Trebuchet MS,sans-serif;font-size:85%;" >If you're coming this way you probably don't need my help!</span></p> <h3 style="font-weight: normal;" class="western"><span style=";font-family:Trebuchet MS,sans-serif;font-size:85%;" >From Cardiff, the west and the Valleys via A470:</span></h3> <h4 style="font-weight: normal;" class="western"><span style=";font-family:Trebuchet MS,sans-serif;font-size:85%;" >Detailed</span></h4> <p><span style=";font-family:Trebuchet MS,sans-serif;font-size:85%;" >Head for the Nantgarw exit from the A470 which is at the southern end of Treforest Industrial Estate, near Makro, Showcase Cinema, etc. Take the A468 east up the steep hill past GE aircraft engine works and Caerphilly Garden Centre both on your left. You come to a large roundabout with 5 exits at the top of the hill. Be in the left hand lane to take the 2nd exit. You come to a small roundabout. St Cenydd's School is on your left, be in the right-hand lane to go ahead. You come to a large roundabout with 6 exits. The 3</span><span style="font-size:85%;"><sup><span style="font-family:Trebuchet MS,sans-serif;">rd</span></sup></span><span style=";font-family:Trebuchet MS,sans-serif;font-size:85%;" > exit is the entrance to The Cedar Tree pub and Premier Inn. Be in the right-hand lane to take the 4</span><span style="font-size:85%;"><sup><span style="font-family:Trebuchet MS,sans-serif;">th</span></sup></span><span style=";font-family:Trebuchet MS,sans-serif;font-size:85%;" > exit, the A468 heading for Newport. Pass over the next small roundabout, with the retail park on your right. You come to a roundabout with 5 exits. Be in the left-hand lane to take the 1</span><span style="font-size:85%;"><sup><span style="font-family:Trebuchet MS,sans-serif;">st</span></sup></span><span style=";font-family:Trebuchet MS,sans-serif;font-size:85%;" > exit for Newport A468. You pass a Welsh Assembly building on your right and Peters Food Service on your left. Get into the left hand lane and turn left at the next lights. On your right, just as the road starts to bend left, is a Venture Wales building. Park in there, come in through the front door, notice the toilets, turn right and go to the end of the corridor and here you are!</span></p> <h4 style="font-weight: normal;" class="western"><span style=";font-family:Trebuchet MS,sans-serif;font-size:85%;" >Brief:</span></h4> <p><span style=";font-family:Trebuchet MS,sans-serif;font-size:85%;" >A470 Nantgarw. east on A468, follow signs from Newport around Caerphilly, turn left at Peter's Pies. On your right.</span></p>Dave Bullhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17709151576484152028noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-29590571.post-66103636729853368362008-11-26T19:18:00.003+00:002008-11-26T19:22:39.902+00:00Attending Development Days Increases Your SalesA blog entry from <a href="http://www.thetrainerstrainingcompany.co.uk/why-it-makes-sense-to-link-up-with-other-freelance-trainers/">Trainers Training</a> supports one of the rationales behind Development Days: meeting and hanging around with other trainers leads to mutual exchanges of work.<br /><br />I have passed on work myself to colleagues who have joined us on Development Days, and I know other people have too. The unique opportunity we get at Development Days to see each other in action makes it easier to develop that confidence you need to be able to put someone in front of one of your own clients!<br /><br />If any of you are reading this, please comment to give examples of any work you've gained or given through attending Development Days.<br /><br />All the best<br /><br />DaveDave Bullhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17709151576484152028noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-29590571.post-38682866323597963952008-11-17T15:22:00.001+00:002008-11-17T15:23:52.605+00:00Praise for Development Days<span class="Apple-style-span" style="border-collapse: collapse; font-family: arial; font-size: 13px; "><div dir="ltr"><span style="font-family:arial;font-size:85%;">"Just wanted to thank you for another great day on Friday, really well organised, great feel and a super learning experience. Looking forward to the next one."</span></div><div dir="ltr"><span style="font-family:arial;font-size:85%;"></span> </div><div><div><span style="font-family:Tahoma;font-size:85%;"><div><span style="font-family:Arial;font-size:85%;"><span style="font-family:Arial;font-size:85%;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-style: italic;">Zanneta</span></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-style: italic;"> Neale,</span> <span style="font-family:Arial;font-size:85%;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-style: italic;">WHE</span></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-style: italic;"> (UK) Ltd</span></span></div></span></div></div></span>Dave Bullhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17709151576484152028noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-29590571.post-2388487681146485982008-11-17T11:53:00.002+00:002008-11-17T12:08:05.900+00:00Tone, Plain English, MBTI, and Great BuffetHi folks! Once again a great day as we met for the 16th Development Day for consultants and trainers: <div><ul><li>another first as we meet at <a href="http://www.teamcoachingnetwork.com">Team Coaching Network</a>'s new larger office; </li><li>two more new members, both really pleased with the beenfits they got from the day;<br /></li><li>a really tasty lunch provided by <a href="mailto:foodbyitsawrap@btinternet.com">Its A Wrap</a>;</li><li>useful DVD feedback provided to each attendee.</li></ul><div>Professionals who attend these days say:</div><div><ul><li>great opportunity to meet other professionals, especially when you work on your own</li><li>forces you to have some "me" time - you know you're going to benefit from it</li><li>we each learn something new and useful every time</li><li>the chance to test material and techniques in front of a knowledgeable audience is invaluable</li></ul><div>So get your 2009 diaries out now, here are the dates for 2009:</div><div><ul><li>9th January</li><li>6th March</li><li>8th May</li><li>10th July</li><li>18th September</li><li>13th November</li></ul><div>All the best</div><div><br /></div><div>Dave Bull</div><div><br /></div></div></div></div>Dave Bullhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17709151576484152028noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-29590571.post-88483670297862080412008-10-08T21:47:00.003+01:002008-10-08T21:59:50.449+01:00it's not unusual.....or is it? Apparently so.<br /><br />I am talking about my training methods. I regularly meet other trainers who say they are also using interactive, coaching- and facilitation-based, participant-led, experiential training methods, and then I read an <a href="http://www.trainingzone.co.uk/cgi-bin/item.cgi?id=189333&d=680&h=608&f=626&dateformat=%25e-%25h-%25y">article</a> on <a href="http://www.trainingzone.co.uk">trainingzone</a> that suggests these methods are new and revolutionary and all made up by <a href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Roger_Schank">this professor bloke</a>.<br /><br />I just can't believe that after all this time there are only a few of us in the world doing this stuff? Surely everyone has realised by now that chalk 'n' talk is a waste of time effort and money?<ul><li>I train <a href="http://www.teamcoachingnetwork.com/teambuilding.html">interpersonal skills</a> by creating repeated learning loops based on practical experiences reflected upon and learned from.<br /></li><li>I teach <a href="http://www.teamcoachingnetwork.com/commercial.html">finance</a> by cracking open their real documents and coaching them through how to question and make decisions guided by the data.<br /></li><li>I teach coaching skills by getting participants to coach each other in how they are going to use coaching skills with their own teams back in work.<br /></li><li>I<a href="http://www.teamcoachingnetwork.com/developmentdays.html"> train trainers</a> to be better trainers by making them train other trainers. That's what Development Days are all about, and participants constantly rave about the experience.<br /></li></ul>Easy. Obvious. Effective.<br /><br />It's really really sad to me that any of this stuff is still being described as "revolutionary". Or is it the influence of accrediting and awarding bodies and formulaic Train The Trainer courses in the training "industry" that keeps Chalk 'n' Talk so prevalent?<br /><br />Hm.<br /><br />DaveDave Bullhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17709151576484152028noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-29590571.post-65534722987642065272008-07-24T11:32:00.002+01:002008-07-24T11:43:23.429+01:00September Venue ArrangedOur next Development Day for Consultants and Trainers will be on 9th September 2008 at the Office Space development Riverside Court, near the roundabout where the link road south from Chepstow meets the M48, on the western side of the Severn Bridge. We had an excellent Development day a this venue in March. it is bright and modern with a fresh feel, which will no doubt help proceedings!<br /><br />We are meeting at 9:30 for a 10am start and running through to 4pm. Refreshments and lunch will be provided as usual, and your contribution is £35 plus VAT (£41.13).<br /><br />Please <a href="http://spreadsheets.google.com/viewform?key=peVlnONVv_ok_PIZ9f8IqUQ&email=true">confirm your attendance</a>, volunteer for a slot, and pass this blog address to anyone you think may be interested in joining us at Development Days.<br /><br />All the best<br /><br />DaveDave Bullhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17709151576484152028noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-29590571.post-33842179965263523532008-07-14T09:08:00.002+01:002008-07-14T09:25:17.613+01:00Review of July Development Day<span style="font-style: italic;">Hi Folks. Rachel Kelly, the Cogent Coach, has agreed to write this month's review of the Development Day. Here it is!</span><br /><span style="font-weight: bold;">Team training day at Ystrad Mynach, 4th July 2008</span><br /><br /><a href="http://www.teamcoachingnetwork.com/">Dave</a> started the day in his usual relaxed style and set the tone for the day. Everyone was willing to share and explore ideas. Our introductions on the theme: ~WAS, ~AM, ~WILL BE, produced a variety of responses.<br /><br />The theme of the day became STORIES<br /><br />We all told stories about ourselves which helped everyone learn a little bit more about each other.<br /><br />In fact, some of the mistakes people make when networking is that they try to sell themselves, rather than being themselves, so just tell some STORIES!<br /><br /><a href="http://www.ptcommunications.co.uk/">Peter</a> took the second slot and was very brave to show an hour long video entitled 'Blue Eyes, Brown Eyes'. This showed the experiences of a 3rd grade teacher in the USA called <a href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Jane_Elliott">Jane Elliot</a> who used an experiment in her class to show the effects of discrimination and how she now runs training and speaks on discrimination across the world.<br /><br />It generated discussion in the group about ethics and training style in a modern environment in comparison and how kinaesthetic learning is so powerful, by experiencing the situation rather than just talking about it.<br /><br />After lunch, David told us STORIES about his rather varied life, from Hell in Bratislava to waste management in Bahrain and chairing the Monmouth Chamber of Commerce. In the feedback, we all commented on what we had learned about cultural differences, picking your partners and barcodes in the UK.<br /><br /><a href="http://www.tri-levelcoaching.co.uk/">Robert</a> rounded off the day with a presentation on pressure and stress. What is the difference? Stress is the reaction people have to pressure. Robert also explained all the chemical things that happen to each of us when under pressure that can cause the physical stress reactions. This led to more stories being shared amongst the group.<br /><br />I also learned that you can 'white' out a Powerpoint by pressing W during the presentation and 'black' out by pressing B! So useful.<br /><br />It was another great day.<br /><br />After 'giving out' all week it is so refreshing to have some time to oneself to share some STORIES.<br /><br />Come along in September and hear some more STORIES.<br /><br />Rachel<br /><br />Rachel Kelly<br />The Cogent Coach<br /><a href="mailto:rachel@thecogentcoach.co.uk">rachel@thecogentcoach.co.uk</a><br />01600 860497<br />07813 787637Dave Bullhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17709151576484152028noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-29590571.post-68394219630846388842008-03-20T11:50:00.003+00:002008-03-20T12:28:42.564+00:00Yet Another Fantastic Development Day!Hi Folks!<br /><br />Once again, we all met up for a Development Day and a great time was had by all. The success of these events is entirely down to the people who attend so massive plaudits to <b>regulars</b>, Sarah Hollyforde, Sue Turner, Andrew Scowcroft, Rachel Kelly and special mention with honours to <b>first-timers</b> Jackie Hooper, Jan Hill and Zanneta Neale.<br /><br /><a href="www.sortedcoaching.co.uk">Sue</a> introduced us to a book which has recently given her new insights into her craft, took us through a guided coaching process based on it, and led a discussion on how we can each apply it for ourselves and our clients. The books is Solution Focused Coaching by Anthony Grant.<br /><br /><a href="http://www.developmentconsultancy.co.uk/">Andrew</a> very cleverly showed us a model about facilitation which enabled us to see some very easy traps that we can all fall into when working with a group. The lively debate about the meaning, purposes and scope of facilitation that followed showed how much Andrew had stirred us up and how important the right attitude and perspective is to working effectively with groups.<br /><br /><a href="http://www.4networking.biz/members/view.htm?UserID=16436">Rachel</a> led the group in trying out and then examining in detail an exercise designed to encourage openness and participation in a group.<br /><br />Please make sure you have <a href="http://trainerdevelopment.blogspot.com/2008/02/diary-dates-for-2008-including-non.html">the rest of this year's dates</a> in your diary, and invite friends and associates who may be interested in joining us. Our next event is 6th May, and is likely to be somewhere between junctions 24 and 30 of the M4.<br /><br />All the best<br /><br />DaveDave Bullhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17709151576484152028noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-29590571.post-56450055211775996712008-02-14T12:29:00.003+00:002008-02-14T12:39:46.460+00:00Our next Development Day for Consultants and Trainers will be on 14th March 2008 at Beaufort Park, on the roundabout where the link road south from Chepstow meets the M48, on the western side of the Severn Bridge. This is a new venue for us, and a bright modern fresh building which will stimulate new and creative thoughts! Venue website <a href="http://www.officespacerentals.co.uk/Sites/chepstow.php">here</a>.<br /><br />We are meeting at 9:30 for a 10am start and running through to 4pm. Refreshments and lunch will be provided as usual, and your contribution is £35 plus VAT (£41.13).<br /><br />Please <a href="http://spreadsheets.google.com/viewform?key=peVlnONVv_ok_PIZ9f8IqUQ">confirm your attendance</a>, volunteer for a slot, and pass this blog address to anyone you think may be interested in joining us at Development Days.<br /><br />All the best<br /><br />DaveDave Bullhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17709151576484152028noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-29590571.post-61451193979238139232008-02-04T13:24:00.000+00:002008-02-04T13:34:18.718+00:00Diary Dates for 2008 including Non-Fridays!Hi everybody!<br /><br />Part of January's <span style="font-weight:bold;">fantastic</span> Development Day was given over to discussing future improvements to these days. one is to make sure we have dates plenty in advance and to mix up the Fridays we have always had with alternating Tuesday events.<br /><br />So get your diaries out and block out these dates now:<br /><br />Friday 14th March<br />Tuesday 6th May<br />Friday 4th July<br />Tuesday 9th September<br />Friday 14th November<br /><br />Venue for March will be announced soon - somewhere near Chepstow is likely this time. Please volunteer for your slot now - remember you can present some material, run an exercise or lead a discussion on an area of interest to you. Everyone who has taken a slot has found the experience and the feedback invaluable - and you now get a DVD of your slot to analyse at your own private leisure!<br /><br />I will email you for attendance confirmations once the venue is arranged. All the best!<br /><br />DaveDave Bullhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17709151576484152028noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-29590571.post-47809875926471232542007-10-17T13:40:00.001+01:002007-10-17T13:40:51.740+01:00November 2007 Development DayHi Everyone<br /><br />The next development day is approaching! Each one is<br /><br /> * a unique, challenging and memorable development experience,<br /> * a chance to network and share ideas with colleagues<br /> * some "you" time in your busy schedule to evaluate where you want to go next.<br /><br />I need to confirm catering arrangements and agenda. YOU CAN HELP ME BY:<br /><br /> * emailing me this week to say whether or not you're coming<br /> * volunteering to lead a slot on the day (present some material / lead a discussion)<br /> * pass this email on to someone you know who is an independent trainer or consultant<br /><br />This Development Day will be at Tredomen Business and Technology Centre, near Ystrad Mynach.<br /><br />Arrive at 9 for coffee and a 9:30 start to proceedings. Tea/coffee/water/juice/lunch provided. Finishing around 4pm. £35 plus VAT on the day to cover room hire and catering.<br /><br />Please also put next spring's dates in your diaries now: 18th Jan, 14th March.<br /><br />Reply now please!<br /><br />DaveDave Bullhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17709151576484152028noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-29590571.post-8921900146873054282007-07-12T10:10:00.000+01:002007-07-12T10:11:43.009+01:00Future Development Day DatesOnce again our June Development Day was a great success of everyone who attended. Here's what people are saying about Team Coaching Network's Development Days:<br /><br />"I promise to attend again soon in the near future" <br />"Such is the fantasticness of your Development Days that I have moved my meeting so I can attend - I hope you're not full." <br />"Thanks again for a great day. It was productive, stimulating and has given me plenty to reflect on. I don't intend to stop coming!" <br /><br />Get in on the great benefits by marking out these dates in your diary NOW:<br /><br />Friday 14th September 2007<br />Friday 2nd November 2007<br />Friday 18th January 2008<br />Friday 14th March 2008<br /><br />Venues to be confirmed - all in South-east Wales, of course!<br /><br />"Yes"s and "No"s for September now gratefully accepted!<br /><br />All the best,<br /><br />DaveDave Bullhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17709151576484152028noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-29590571.post-9216165083382843702007-06-18T10:48:00.000+01:002007-06-18T11:07:24.726+01:00June 2007 Development DayHi Everybody!<br /><br />We had another <b>useful, fun and inspiring</b> Development Day in April - some new faces, some familiar friends and a fascinating presentation on Corporate Athleticism from Gerrit Bantjes. The subject clearly stimulated everyone's interest, judging from the questions and participation from colleagues. Gerrit received some useful and affirmative feedback from the group as well.<br /><br />The next Development Day is next <b>Friday 29th June, at Tredomen Business Centre</b> (next door to our usual building).<br /><br />Development Days are designed to provide us all with CPD, a support resource, networking and business opportunities, and a chance to try out materials and methods in front of an audience that will give you really useful feedback.<br /><br />Please reply now to let me know whether you will be coming this month. We look forward to seeing you!<br /><br />The session starts with refreshments at 09:00, and finishes around 16:00. Your contribution to room hire and catering is £41.13 on the day please.<br /><br />A map of the location is <a href="http://maps.google.com/?ie=UTF8&ll=51.643869,-3.246374&spn=0.005952,0.014591&t=h&z=16&om=1">here</a>; we are in the building made of wood and slate - on the map it's the three rectangles together. if looks like <a href="http://www.geograph.org.uk/photos/36/40/364056_26d2791c_120x120.jpg">this</a><br /><br />All the best<br /><br />DaveDave Bullhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17709151576484152028noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-29590571.post-54967641157227080902007-04-25T21:17:00.000+01:002007-04-25T21:21:27.890+01:00June Development DayHi Folks<br /><br />The next Development Day for Trainers and Consultants will be on 29th June 2007 in Tredomen. I need you to do the following:<br /><br />1) Please contact me now if you are interested in running one of the sessions on this day.<br /><br />2) Put the date in your diary so you can plan client commitments around it!<br /><br />3) Think of one or two people who might like to attend, and send them a link to this blog!<br /><br /><br />Last month's Development Day was well attended and received, with several new attendees. For the first time we had video recording as well, to enable the presenters to view their own performances on DVD later, with feedback captured for them.<br /><br />All the best,<br /><br />DaveDave Bullhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17709151576484152028noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-29590571.post-7705550986852097992007-03-05T11:41:00.000+00:002007-03-05T11:45:20.423+00:00Development Day - extra dateI have been able to arrange an extra date for a Development Day on 30th March 2007. This will be held at Tredomen Innovation Centre.<br /><br />As usual, there will be slots available for one or two people to lead discussions, present new material, or otherwise work on your groupworking skills.<br /><br />Please let me know if you can make this date, and pass this blog address onto any freelance trainers and consultants you know.<br /><br />All the best,<br /><br />DaveDave Bullhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17709151576484152028noreply@blogger.com0