Right people, right result - leading change effectively!
Date | Thursday 8th March 2012 | |
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Time | 6:00 pm Networking and refreshments 6:30 pm Main presentation by Nick Fewings 8:00 pm Short presentation by Lindsay Scott from Arras People 8:30 pm Close | |
| Venue | Leeds Metropolitan University, Room 118, Northern Terrace, Leeds LS2 8AJ | |
Presented by | Nick Fewings | |
CPD | Up to 2 hours (find out more about CPD) | |
Cost | APM members: Employees of APM Corporate Members: Non members: | Free Free £10 |
70% of projects fail to achieve their desired goals and 3 of the top reasons relate to people. In this
interactive, colourful and memorable presentation find out why this occurs.
Whether the changes being implemented are organisational, procedural or driven by new technology, success is largely dependant on your leadership style, harnessing the skills of your project team and effectively engaging with those affected by the changes being implemented.
Nick Fewings, Director of The Colour Works International Ltd. whose background has included senior change management roles in Barclays and the provision of change management, consultancy to global organisations will open your eyes to the potential that lies within you and your team to ensure your project is not one of the statistics.
This session will draw on Nick’s experience of leading change which has impacted up to 5,000 people combined with his knowledge of behavioural psychology. Working across the UK, The Colour Works delivers personal and team development solutions in leadership, team-working, change management, communications, personal and
team effectiveness, customer service and sales.
‘An extremely worthwhile presentation.'
Andrew Bragg, CEO, APM.
‘Excellent. Really thought provoking. Kept everyone interested and involved.'
Gordon McKellar, UK Programme Director, PMI.
‘The content of the presentation is very rich, presentation and delivery excellent. The topic very interesting’.
Viv Williams, Head Of Projects, LawGroup UK.
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Combining his knowledge of behavioural psychology, change management and leadership experience, Nick is co-founder of The Colour Works, where breakthrough changes in mindsets, behaviours, relationships and organisational dynamics are achieved, tangibly improving performance by partnering with clients to deliver high-impact learning, challenging and inspiring individuals, teams and organisations to become the best they can be.
The Colour Works uniqueness is its ability to powerfully bridge the gap between personal behaviours and strategic and operational requirements. It combines state-of-the-art behavioural profiling and diagnostic tools with real-world experience of achieving bottom-line results and driving strategic change.
Nick’s sensitivity to the needs of others, combined with his fun and engaging approach to learning,
make him a hit with clients in all sectors. His ability to deliver stimulating learning programmes for
clients helps them to get the best from their most valuable asset – their staff.
An Inspiring Helper, Nick radiates goodwill and enthusiasm and is optimistic about life in general and
human potential in particular. He is a natural trainer, facilitator and counsellor. Clients include banks, multi-nationals across all sectors, government departments and local authorities.
The Yorkshire and North Lincolnshire Branch are pleased to host this fascinating presentation by Nick who is a highly-regarded and inspirational conference speaker.
Body of Knowledge reference | |
| Section | Description |
| 7 7.3 | People & the profession Leadership |
At the end of the main presentation there will be a short additional presentation entitled
Project management marketplace – How to make an impact
Lindsay Scott, Director of Arras People, shares with the audience a 30 minute insight into the project management marketplace; giving practical tips on how to make an impact and stand out from the crowd through networking.
