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The Career Training Courses That Are Worth Your Time

12/1/2017

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Everyone has sat through a training course that was either boring, irrelevant and absolutely nothing to do with your career. Some training courses form part of a mandatory training program, but in truth - they’re most likely of no use to you at all. That shouldn’t put you off training altogether, and there are in fact some great courses out there that are not only interesting and relevant, but they could help your career development. Take a look at some top training courses that are most definitely worth your time.
Leadership training
If your career aspirations involve leadership, a leadership training course should be at the top of your development list. You can undertake a leadership course at any stage of your career and it could be something that proves valuable as you apply for roles and chase career progression. If you are willing to undertake the training, any reasonable employer should be able to offer it to you. If you work for an employer who isn’t willing to help you undertake leadership development, you should consider moving to a company which wants to see its workers rise through the ranks.

Project management
Project management skills are essential for a wide range of industries. Any role that involves managing team or processes can benefit from project management training. The right project management course can teach you all of the essentials you need to become a capable and confident leader, helping you and your company to deliver results. A professional project management training course like those taught at Training Connection will provide you with the skills you need to carry out a project from start to finish. Project management is something that you can continue to advance in, and having the training will prove to be a vital asset as you apply for future roles.

Social media marketing
If you’re reading this article, the odds are that you’re already using social media. So why would you need to learn about it? While you might be proficient in uploading a photo album to your Facebook page or using a hashtag on Twitter, social media marketing for your work is a whole different ballgame. Social media is becoming the most widely-used marketing platform, and being able to use it effectively - even on a basic level, could benefit your career. I spilled all I learned about social media in my first year of blogging in this blog post. Plus, the internet is full of great resources to learn more about social media marketing, allowing you to develop your knowledge and skills at your own pace and convenience.

A new language
Learning a language is something that is definitely not a waste of time. Thanks to the internet, businesses can enjoy international expansion much easier than before - and working with others from overseas is a normal part of many people’s workday. Being able to speak another language could be useful for your career, allowing you to communicate better with others as well as open up new opportunities for you. If you’ve ever wanted to travel for work, learning another language could be what you need to make that ambition a reality.

Taking the time to learn new skills is essential for progressing in your career. Even if you are self-employed, there are some great things you can learn about managing a successful home business. Look for development opportunities that not only offer you something worthwhile but are interesting too. The right training courses can open up doors and boost your career, so always make the most of opportunities as they come along.

​Any other courses you think our fellow polished professionals should know about? Tell us in the comments! Plus see some recommended books for your own self study below! Use arrows to scroll left and right.
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Kim link
12/1/2017 10:23:53 pm

Great article Mel! I'm a PM so I'm definitely going to check out Training Connection and you can always improve your social media game.

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cecile marie
12/3/2017 06:53:12 am

another great "course" for women that only has a membership fee is Toastmasters. It is a great place to make high powered connections while learning and practicing public speaking.

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Patrick Vega link
1/11/2018 04:30:25 am

I think career training is a must to find victory in your line of work. Yes, it's quite obvious, you should invest some of your valuable time in getting the education for your vocation that will make you able to get the lifestyle and earning power you are longing for. I would say that career training is the most efficient way that can make your transition from educational institution to corporation smooth and effortless. But the fact of the matter is, knowledge without certification seems like good-for-nothing. So, my suggestion is, you should certify yourself in any of the above career training courses so that you can build a meaningful career and you can worth your time.

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