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Phoenix – Looking back on 25 Years

Phoenix – Looking back on 25 Years

The Start Phoenix Training and Development has been running for almost twenty-five years. The first ‘paid for’ training course – and I wouldn’t describe it any other way – that we delivered was on October 5th 1995 and that has always been...
Growing a business?  What’s your people plan?

Growing a business? What’s your people plan?

I have been working with small to medium-sized businesses for many years and I often begin with them at the point where growth has been rapid, business has been good, financial targets are getting hit but there is an emerging problem. As the growth has been quick,...
Making the most of a launch event

Making the most of a launch event

More and more clients are recognising the value that a good launch event can bring to any development programme. So, what are the 5 key things you should consider that ensure it makes the best possible impact: Get the backing right – make sure that a very senior...
The ‘Pioneers’ of Learning and Development

The ‘Pioneers’ of Learning and Development

Last week we attended the Promote Network Summit 2018, held in Stockholm, Sweden. It is hosted by our partners – Promote International and was designed to provide the opportunity for all “Promote partners” to meet, exchange ideas and to learn new...
How to choose the right training provider

How to choose the right training provider

As Sales Director at Phoenix, I spend a lot of my time talking to potential clients about the various merits of all types of training and development. Whilst those of us who work in this industry are pretty well-versed in what makes a ‘good’ development...