6 Short Training Courses You Can Take To Better Your Career

By Michelle Wanjiku
Nowadays, if you want to achieve success in your career, you need to do more than just work hard. Your experience alone won’t give you an advantage over all the other competitors.
You need to remember that you are the only one looking to get that job or promotion; this means that you need to go the extra mile if you want to stand out from the rest.
A good way to do this is by taking short training courses that will help boost your expertise as well as give you an advantage when it comes to career growth.
Here are some short courses that will boost your career growth
1. Free Job search training
It is becoming harder to find jobs in the current job market because of a large number of qualified people applying for the same jobs you are.
However, it is still possible to get a job. You just have to try and stand out from the rest. This is where the free job search training comes in.
You get to learn how you can powerfully brand yourself (even with little experience) and network effectively in order to get that job.
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The training is mainly for fresh graduates and people with less than three years’ experience.
See details on upcoming trainings here
2. 7 Weeks Public Speaking Training
As you know, soft skills are very important when it comes to your professional life. Other than your qualifications and experience it is something that employers look at to gauge your suitability for a position.
It is therefore very important that you cultivate and improve your soft skills especially public speaking.
Once you are able to express yourself confidently you will be able to pass interviews, negotiate for a better salary as well as ask for promotions.
Classes are held ONCE a WEEK every Tuesday.
Find out more about the training here
3. Emotional Intelligence Training
Emotional Intelligence or EQ is basically the ability of an individual to recognize their own emotions and those of others to guide their thinking and behavior.
One very big hindrance to career growth is not being able to manage your emotions. Think about it if you want to become a manager at work, you need to be able to manage your emotions; if you can’t then you won’t be able to get those top positions.
A research conducted shows that 85% of your success will come from your ability to manage relationships, communicate effectively, negotiate conflict, and influence others.
A high EQ will help you handle difficult clients, co-workers as well as any crisis that may occur. These are all very critical when it comes to career growth. This is why some organizations ask you to take an aptitude test before they hire you.
Click here to find out more about the training
4. How To File Taxes Training & QuickBooks (Practical Accounting Skills)
Practical experience is something every employer requires for them to hire you. A good way to gain practical accounting experience is to take part in this five-day training where you are also given a certificate at the end.
This will show employers that not only do you have the knowledge to do the job but that you can actually put this knowledge to use.
When you join our practical class you will learn how to file taxes including V.A.T, P.A.Y.E, N.S.S.F, N.H.I.F, and other taxes and how to use QuickBooks.
Email events@corporatestaffing.co.ke and copy training@corporatestaffing.co.ke and muthoni@corporatestaffing.co.ke now for more information on how to book a spot for this crucial and timely training.
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5. Advanced Excel Training
Another very key training especially to finance professionals is this advanced excel training.
Finance professionals with advanced Microsoft Excel Skills possess a competitive advantage as employers do not have to incur the cost of training them nor experience below par performance.
The Advanced Excel training will be a total of 4 sessions starting from 17th November to 8th December 2018 from 9:00Am – 1:00Pm.
Click here to find out more about the training
6. Leadership Training
Another key soft skill to possess if you want to achieve any sort of career growth is leadership skills. It is a requirement for all managerial positions, and it is something every employer looks at when deciding who to promote.
If you have been missing out on growth opportunities; you can start by taking leadership classes where you will learn how to be a great leader and open up doors for your career growth.
Email esther@corporatestaffing.co.ke and copy pwainaina@corporatestaffing.co.ke.
Email subject – “C.S.S Leadership Development Training” and you will receive course details and charges.
In the end,
You need to make an effort when it comes to your career if you want to achieve any growth. You have to take the initiative to keep improving your skills if you want to remain relevant in the competitive job market. You can do this by taking these training courses.