Corporate Training courses by OCN NI (Open College Networks NI)

Stress is dangerous, for your wellbeing, physical and mental and for the wellbeing of those around you. In terms of the workplace environment, stress and stressful environments are frequently cited as one of the largest issues of modern working life. Stress creates tension in the workplace, and severely inhibits productivity, work-life balance and the ability […]

  Findings from the Consultation on Right to Request Remote Working Earlier this year saw the publication of a new National Remote Work Strategy by the Tánaiste and Minister for Enterprise, Trade and Employment, Leo Varadkar TD. to make remote and blended working a bigger part of life after the pandemic.  The objective of the […]

This article will introduce the trainer to the world of persuasion. Successful trainers need to influence learners to create a positive learning experience. We also show you how to adopt a more influencing style in your training workshops and indeed in your life! Persuasion is not manipulation When most people hear the word persuasion they think […]

With everything that’s been happening over the past few months, this might be the perfect time to reconsider your options. Do you enjoy your job? Are you fulfilled by it? While quitting on the precipice of an economic downturn is not the right move for everybody, it could be the right time for you to […]

Whether you like it or not, you are a brand. Famous brands like Coca-Cola, the Big Mac or the iPhone, elicit an emotional reaction from us. Most people have an opinion – either positive or negative – about each of these. Celebrities are brands too. This branding is part of their star image and is used […]

With more and more work done remotely, the written word is more powerful than ever before. Clear, concise and well-structured writing can grow a business, create a strong brand image and effect change. Business writing skills training is designed to help you combine the power of words with the ease and speed of email and […]

While the importance of culture within workplaces is more prevalent than ever, even some firms with the most polished messaging and image can be prone to elements of a toxic work environment, and the damage it can create.  There is a common belief that susceptibility to a toxic work culture is most common during the […]

Working from home, or working remotely,  has become almost universally accepted as a method that works. Of course, some careers and jobs aren’t suited for it and for others it is obviously just not possible.  But, for many of us, and for many organisations, the deliverables of remote working are working and post-pandemic, it is […]

  What is Deeptech? Deeptech (short for “deep technology”) refers to companies, innovations, or technologies that are built around groundbreaking scientific or engineering advancements. These technologies often tackle complex challenges and have the potential to create significant societal, industrial, or environmental impact. Unlike conventional startups that primarily focus on software or consumer applications, deeptech ventures […]

The European Innovation Scoreboard (EIS) is a tool developed by the European Commission to provide a comparative assessment of the research and innovation performance of European Union (EU) member states and select non-EU countries. The EIS aims to help policymakers, businesses, and researchers identify strengths and weaknesses in national and regional innovation systems and track […]