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SUMMARY:Interactive Webinar: Imposter Syndrome & Hidden Cognitive Strain: Recognising hidden patterns and overcoming self-doubt.
DESCRIPTION:Many capable managers and professionals experience periods of self-doubt when running their business. While these thoughts are common\, the strategies people develop to manage them can affect decision-making\, pricing\, risk-taking and growth. \nThis interactive webinar looks at Imposter Syndrome and introduces the concept of Hidden Cognitive Strain\, the mental load created by continually managing self-doubt while trying to run a business effectively. \nThe session helps participants recognise common thinking patterns\, understand the coping strategies they may have developed\, and learn practical ways to pause before fear influences important business decisions. \nWorkshop Structure \n1. Understanding Imposter Syndrome\nIntroduction to the common thought patterns associated with Imposter Syndrome and why they frequently appear in capable\, high-performing individuals. \n2. Coping Strategies\nExploration of the protective strategies people develop in response to self-doubt\, including perfectionism\, overworking\, procrastination and avoidance. \n3. Hidden Cognitive Strain\nIntroduction to the concept of Hidden Cognitive Strain and how maintaining these strategies over time creates a constant background mental load. \n4. The Hidden Loop\nA practical framework showing how imposter thoughts\, coping strategies and strain can form a self-reinforcing cycle that begins to influence business decisions. \n5. Business Impact\nDiscussion of how these patterns can affect pricing\, opportunities\, confidence in judgement and overall decision-making. \n6. Decision Stability\nA short practical exercise showing participants how to recognise fear-driven thinking and pause before allowing it to influence a business decision. \n 
URL:https://sustainablehrmskillnet.ie/event/interactive-webinar-imposter-syndrome-hidden-cognitive-strain-recognising-hidden-patterns-and-overcoming-self-doubt/
CATEGORIES:Communications,Future Workforce,Leadership,Wellbeing
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SUMMARY:CIPD Advanced Diploma in Strategic People Management - Expression of Interest
DESCRIPTION:Sustainable HRM Skillnet is seeking expressions of Interest in a CIPD Advanced Diploma in Strategic People Management. \nProgramme Duration is 14 – 18th Months. \nFee is €3960pp inclusive of funding. \nAdditional CIPD Registration fees apply. \nCIPD Qualifications are respected by employers as a global standard of excellence.  All the CIPD qualifications are grounded in the Profession Map\, the international standard for the people profession. It sets out the knowledge\, values and behaviours required for people professionals to make their greatest impact and thrive in a changing world of work. \nThe CIPD Advanced Level Diploma in Strategic People Management consists of 8 units (4 Core\, 4 Specialist and 1 Optional Specialist). \nThe programme consists of 4 Core units  \n\nWork and Working Lives in a Changing Business Environment\, \nPeople Management and Development Strategies for Performance\, \nPersonal Effectiveness\, Ethics and Business Acumen\, \nBusiness Research in People Practice\n\ninc. 3 Specialist Units \n\nStrategic Employment Relations\nResourcing & Talent Management to Sustain Success\nStrategic Reward Management\n\nand 1 Optional Unit (select 1 from choice below) \n\nOrganisational Design & Development\nAdvanced Employment Law in Practice\nLearning & Development Practice\nTechnology Enhanced Learning\nAdvanced Diversity & Inclusion\nManaging People in an -International Context\nWell-being at Work\n\nThis qualification is awarded by CIPD and is equivalent to Level 9 in Ireland on the NFQ. On successful completion\, individuals will automatically gain Associate membership of CIPD with the additional option to apply to CIPD to upgrade their membership to either Chartered Member/Chartered Fellow level. \nIdeal for those working in a senior People Practice role at a decision-making/strategic level.    Perfect for experienced HR and People Professionals who are keen to develop the specialist knowledge needed to shape strategy and lead change.  This qualification consists of eight units (4 Core\, 3 Specialist and 1 Optional). \nProgramme Duration is 14 – 18th Months. \nFee is €3960pp inclusive of funding. \nAdditional CIPD Registration fees apply. \n 
URL:https://sustainablehrmskillnet.ie/event/cipd-advanced-diploma-in-strategic-people-management-expression-of-interest/
CATEGORIES:Future Workforce,Governance Excellence,Operational Excellence,Strategic Culture
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SUMMARY:Certificate in Harnessing Neurodiversity in the Modern Workplace
DESCRIPTION:N.B. this programme is €720pp by direct invoice \nPaying by card includes an admin fee – €25 per transaction. \nThe usual price is €950pp directly with NCI. Please note you can register your interest for this programme below\, delegates will be required to complete registration with NCI and must meet certain criteria to be eligible for funding and to qualify for the programme\, please read below for full details. \n— \nThis programme is designed to create an awareness of the opportunities and challenges for organisations in their endeavours towards gaining the full potential of Neurodivergent employees. At a time of near full employment and when a different approach to work is becoming increasingly important due to the changing nature of work and the challenges faced in recruitment creating a more diverse accepting workplace gives the opportunity for improvement across the organisation. \nManagers and neurodivergent employees will both benefit from gaining a greater understanding of neurodiversity and on how to make the workplace more accommodating towards the challenges faced and ensuring the unique abilities of all employees is harnessed towards greater success. \nProviding recruitment professionals with the understanding of the challenges and opportunities presented by neurodivergent people will enhance the process of job design and people specification. \n  Programme content \n Introduction to Neurodiversity \nLearners will be introduced to currently recognised forms of neurodiversity. These workshops will include an explanation of the diagnosis and impacts of a range of diversities and explore the historical context and evolution of neurodiversity recognition. An introductory discussion will focus on the neurological bases of neurodiversity. \n\nLegal frameworks\, rights and behaviours related to neurodiversity in the workplace\n\nLearners will explore the broader societal issues of neurodiversity such as attitudes to disability\, international and national policy developments such as UNCRPD\, SDGs\, equality legislation\, voices of neurodiverse people. \n\nStrengths and Contributions of Neurodiverse Individuals\n\n Learners will explore how Neurodiverse individuals can be an asset in the workplace and how best to capitalise on the talents of everyone in the organisation. This segment will include developing strategies to identify and develop the unique talents of neurodiverse employees and for recruitment and retention. \n\nAddressing Workplace Challenges Associated with Neurodiversity\n\nEach neurodiversity presents challenges\, and this section will further develop the learners’ understanding of these challenges and prepare the foundation for the next section. \n\nInclusive Workplace Strategies\n\nLearners will explore how to evaluate the workplace and how to plan for inclusivity of diversity to gain corporate advantage. This section will include an introduction to workplace playbooks and the development of performance indicators to measure the effectiveness of neurodiversity initiatives \n Learning Objectives \n\nProvide evidence of a deep level of understanding of Neurodiversity and the neurological bases of Neurodiversity\nCritically examine current issues in neurodiversity and develop practical expertise that can be applied to minimise barriers in the workplace\nSynthesise an integrated and systematic understanding of various discourses regarding neurodivergent experiences.\nProvide evidence of a critical awareness of the difficulties and opportunities associated with a cross-section of neurodiversity in the workplace\nDevelop and document a plan to maximise an organisation’s ability to harness Neurodiverse talent.\n\nFormat of Delivery: This programme is designed for a blended format over a five week period. \nOur Academic team have reverted to advise of the below delivery dates: \n  \n\n\n\nDate\n03-Oct\n10-Oct\n17-Oct\n24-Oct\n07-Nov\n\n\nHours\n10:00 to 17:00\n19:00 to 21:00\n19:00 to 21:00\n19:00 to 21:00\n10:00 to 17:00\n\n\nLocation\nNCI – Onsite\nOnline\nOnline\nOnline\nNCI – Onsite\n\n\n\n  \nAccreditation: QQI Level 9 accredited \nThis programme is ideal for \n\nAn individual who is working or planning to work in an organisation with a neurodiverse workforce.\nEmployers who want to understand and access neurodiverse talent and/or harness the neurodiversity of their current workforce.\nIndividuals within the neurodiverse community seeking a greater understanding of themselves and how they can better contribute to the workplace.\nPeople with a Clinical / Psychological / Occupational Therapy background who assist people from the neurodiversity community seeking employment.\n\nEntry Requirements: \nTypically\, applicants will have completed a full Level 8 degree with a 2.2 award or higher\, Applicants who do not meet the above academic requirements but can provide evidence of substantial professional experience in a relevant domain may apply to the programme via the Recognition of Prior Experiential Learning (RPEL) process at the National College of Ireland. \nFor applicants whose first language is not English\, please note the English language entry requirements. Given the blended delivery of the programme applicants must be able to navigate a website and engage with typical\, standard applications such as Microsoft Word\, and PowerPoint. \nCourse NCI Webpage : Certificate in Harnessing Neurodiversity in the Modern Workplace | NCI
URL:https://sustainablehrmskillnet.ie/event/certificate-in-harnessing-neurodiversity-in-the-modern-workplace/
LOCATION:Blended
CATEGORIES:Future Workforce,Governance Excellence,Strategic Culture,Wellbeing
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SUMMARY:Leading from the Ground Up - "Lead with Purpose\, Retain Staff  and Deliver Sustainable Construction" - Blended programme
DESCRIPTION:What this course gives you\, your business and your leaders… \nSkills that help them in their roles reduce downtime\, increase efficiency\, retain site skills and necessary personnel\, and reduce/save costs and waste across your sites and processes. \nThis programme\, Leadership from the Ground Up\, is designed for construction SME leaders\, site managers\, and emerging leaders to strengthen their ability to deliver safe\, efficient\, and sustainable projects. It combines practical leadership skills with real-world construction challenges\, supporting alignment with Ireland’s Climate Action Plan and Housing for All. The focus is on building strong site culture alongside operational performance\, recognising that successful projects rely on both technical expertise and effective leadership. \nDelivered across four focused modules to minimise time away from site\, the programme is highly practical and applied. Participants will work on live projects to carry out safety and communication audits\, identify efficiency improvements\, and strengthen team engagement and retention. The outcome is a clear\, actionable plan that supports better project delivery\, stronger teams\, and long-term leadership development within the organisation. Read more below. \nThe programme integrates \n\nLeadership capability\nOperational Efficiency\, and\nWorkforce Sustainability\,\n\nAnd recognises that sustainable construction requires both technical practices and strong organisational culture. \nParticipants will apply learning directly to live projects within their organisation\, ensuring practical impact and measurable improvements in safety\, efficiency\, workforce engagement\, and leadership development. \nThis programme is delivered in four focused modules\, designed to minimise time away from any physical working site while ensuring\, enabling and maximising learning and immediate impact. \nThe aim is to empower and encourage leaders to be strategic\, resilient and adaptive in driving sustainable transformation. \nParticipants will conduct a Safety & Voice Audit on a live project within their organisation\, identifying: \n\nCurrent safety communication practices\nBarriers preventing workers from speaking up\nOpportunities to strengthen leadership behaviours that reinforce safety culture\n\nParticipants will conduct an Efficiency Leak Assessment on a current project to identify opportunities to improve: \n\nMaterial efficiency\nEnergy use\nTime management and workflow\nKnowledge transfer across teams\n\nParticipants will develop a practical action plan to eliminate or reduce these inefficiencies. \nParticipants will conduct Stay Interviews with members of their team to understand: \n\nWhat motivates employees to stay?\nWhat challenges do they face?\nWhat improvements could increase engagement and retention?\n\nParticipants will use insights from these interviews to design a team engagement improvement plan. \nParticipants will develop a Leadership Development Plan for themselves and their organisation or that in which they work\, including: \n\nIdentification of potential future leaders\nCareer pathway mapping\nOpportunities for learning and development\n\nCurrently accepting interest in this programme for September/October commencement  \nEach session is max of 3 hours  \nSessions will be blended\, in person and remotely delivered. Candidates will require basic IT Skills. \nVenue: To be confirmed
URL:https://sustainablehrmskillnet.ie/event/leadership-from-the-ground-up-lead-with-purpose-retain-staff-and-deliver-sustainable-construction-blended-programme/
LOCATION:TBC
CATEGORIES:Digital Effectiveness,Future Workforce,Governance Excellence,Strategic Culture
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SUMMARY:AI Strategy for Business
DESCRIPTION:AI Strategy for People-Centred Organisations – How to Balance Tech and People\nThis two-day programme enables business leaders\, HR professionals\, and managers to develop a practical\, people-centred AI strategy. Participants learn how to identify opportunities for AI adoption\, balance innovation with ethics and employee engagement\, and create a roadmap for responsible implementation. \nThe programme bridges technology\, strategy\, and culture\, ensuring that digital transformation enhances rather than replaces human capability. \nA strong emphasis is placed on practical application and peer learning. Participants will complete an AI Readiness Audit and develop their own AI Strategy Roadmap tailored to organisational goals\, ensuring immediate relevance and usability. \nLearning is reinforced through: \nCollaborative learning: Peer discussions and shared problem-solving on real business challenges\, fostering cross-sector insight \nCase studies: Real-world examples of successful\, people-centred AI adoption and change leadership \nAction planning: Each participant produces a personalised AI Strategy Roadmap to guide responsible implementation \nTo support ongoing application beyond the programme: \nOnline Support Group: Access to a moderated group (via WhatsApp or Teams) for continued discussion\, resource sharing\, and peer feedback \nVirtual AI Mentor: Optional access to an AI-driven mentor providing structured\, GDPR-aware guidance\, tool recommendations\, and scenario-based support for follow-up queries and practical implementation \nProgramme Content\n\nUnderstanding Artificial Intelligence and its business applications\nAI readiness assessment – evaluating current tools\, data\, and processes\nIdentifying opportunities for efficiency\, productivity\, and innovation\nManaging risks: ethics\, bias\, data protection\, and transparency\nBuilding human capability alongside AI – workforce planning and reskilling\nCommunicating and leading change in AI adoption\nCreating a balanced AI Strategy Roadmap for your organisation\nOverview of the EU AI Act risk classifications and their implications for HR and organisational AI tools\n\nLearning Objectives\nBy the end of this course\, participants will be able to: \n\nExplain AI fundamentals and their relevance to business and HR\nAssess organisational readiness for AI adoption\nIdentify strategic opportunities and risks across business functions\nDevelop a people-first approach to digital transformation\nIntegrate ethical and governance principles into AI planning\nDraft a practical AI Strategy Roadmap that balances technology and people priorities\n\nSession Themes \nHalf-Day 1 – The AI Landscape and Organisational Readiness\nHalf-Day 2 – Ethical\, Legal and Governance Considerations\nHalf-Day 3 – People\, Culture and Change Leadership\nHalf-Day 4 – Developing Your AI Strategy Roadmap \nTopics Covered \nSession Overview\nHalf-Day 1 – The AI Landscape and Organisational Readiness\nTopics Covered: \nUnderstanding AI fundamentals\, current trends\, and practical applications across HR\, operations\, and marketing \nConducting an AI readiness audit to assess current tools\, data\, and processes \nExploring opportunities and risks for your organisation \nHalf-Day 2 – Ethical\, Legal and Governance Considerations\nTopics Covered: \nExamining ethics\, bias\, transparency\, and accountability in AI use \nReviewing the EU AI Act and GDPR implications \nEstablishing governance frameworks for responsible AI adoption and stakeholder confidence \nHalf-Day 3 – People\, Culture and Change Leadership\nTopics Covered: \nExploring how AI impacts roles\, skills\, and culture \nWorkforce planning and reskilling strategies \nManaging change and communicating AI initiatives effectively to build engagement and reduce resistance \nHalf-Day 4 – Developing Your AI Strategy Roadmap\nTopics Covered: \nIntegrating learning into a practical AI Strategy Roadmap \nSetting priorities\, defining success measures\, and governance processes \nFinal Session – Presentation & Feedback\nPresenting individual or team strategies with peer feedback and discussion \nDates: Pending agreement \nDelivered as four × 3-hour sessions delivered over two days or four × half-day modules delivered over one week. Each session includes interactive discussion\, case studies and practical exercises to support applied learning.
URL:https://sustainablehrmskillnet.ie/event/ai-strategy-for-business/
CATEGORIES:Digital Effectiveness,Future Workforce,Strategic Culture
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