Eglinton Update July 2005

Eglinton Update July 2005

The Holyrood Summer School, organised and hosted by Eglinton, is an annual forum where the political, economic and social issues and policies that will affect us all are discussed and debated with senior figures from business and public life in Scotland.

The 2005 school again boasts a wide range of high calibre contributors from both the Private and Public Sector – Cathy Jamieson (Minister for Justice) Andrew McLaughlin (Chief Economist RBS) and Mary Dickson (Managing Director, FirstScotrail) are just some of the contributors who value the opportunity to explore their themes in the unique environment the School provides.

The programme for 2005 will address the following key themes:

Scotland in the world economy
Scotland’s governance and accountability
Delivery and modernisation
Leadership and change

Criminal Justice
Enterprise
Europe
Health
Regeneration
Transport

To book a place at this years school or for more information click here.

WHAT'S NEW IN THIS ISSUE

Eglinton wins exclusive rights to Pi2

Eglinton is delighted to announce that we have been awarded the exclusive rights for Scotland of Personal Influence and Impact, known as Pi2.

Pi2 is a three-day programme for senior and high-potential individuals and takes a strategic view of influencing needs by focusing on the ‘target’ for the influence and ensures you select the most appropriate from a range of influencing strategies learned on the programme.

Pi2 introduces a robust and flexible model of influencing that clearly links the twin demands of sophisticated behavioural skills with the means to conduct considered analysis to inform your strategy and tactics.

Over the three-day programme participants will combine explorations of the influencing styles within the model with practice sessions in a supportive environment with informed feedback on approach to promote confidence in using the range of styles available.

The first public programme is being held on the 23rd to 25th August at Eglinton – to book or for more information about Pi2 click here.

Executive Coaching Contract extended

Following a period of rapid change across the business and a strategic focus on delivering further performance improvement, Scottish Water commissioned Eglinton to deliver a performance and development coaching programme for 50 senior managers. The Business Impact Development Programme (BIDP) included 180-degree feedback on each manager's style and performance and guidance in the creation of a personal development plan. Each manager was then supported through a programme of individual coaching sessions with an Eglinton coach.

Coaches have stimulated, challenged and encouraged participants to change, experiment and take calculated risks with their own styles and in leading their teams. This has resulted in increased levels of confidence and skill displayed by BIDP managers in leading teams and projects across the business. They now have a greater range of tools, techniques and styles at their disposal than before and are able to apply these with skill and enthusiasm to existing as well as new business challenges.

The success of the BIDP, and overwhelmingly positive feedback from the participants has resulted in Scottish Water extending the BIDP programme of coaching sessions for each manager. For more information click here.

Selection News

Eglinton Selection provides a comprehensive search and selection service to the senior and executive market.

Recruitment is often a challenging process; there are so many issues to consider. Does this person have the ability to grow into this role? Will they fit with the team? Are they dynamic enough? Are they likely to deliver? Will they adapt to change?

Eglinton Selection can provide guidance and answers to these questions through a variety of products. Assessing competencies such as assertiveness, leadership style, ability to reflect upon complexity and reaction to unexpected changes or unusual data.

Organisations can choose from our menu of ‘off the shelf’ or bespoke products in the following areas:

Aptitude and ability tests
Personality and value tests
Psychometric tests
Assessment centres
In-tray exercises
Individual interview
Competency based interview
Observed group discussion
Response handling
Manpower Planning Strategy

Presentation
Case study
Succession planning
Training needs analysis
Coaching
Preparation and tips
Feedback
References
Offer management
Career Management
Out placement services

One of our experienced consultants will advise you on the most effective way forward for your position and organisation. For more information click here.

Redcarpet to host SCDI

Eglinton

The Scottish Council for Development and Industry (SCDI) has announced plans for a rolling programme of Forums called “Meet the MSP”. These events will be co-hosted at Eglinton using our redcarpet conference facilities, and will provide an opportunity for SCDI members to spend quality time with various Members debating and discussing key issues. The programme will begin at the end of 2005 and run through 2006. For further information about Meet the MSP or the SCDI click here. For Eglinton redcarpet facilities click here.

feedback welcome

This is our first edition of our quarterly Eglinton Update which we hope you have found of interest. We'd appreciate any feedback, thoughts or ideas you have and we will ensure this is reflected in future editions. click here to tell us what you think!

15-19 August
To book a place at this years school click here

23-25 August
To book a place on Pi2 or for more information click here

Coaching
7 September
Coaching is increasingly important in developing senior and high potential individuals. At this seminar, we will be looking at the benefits coaching can bring and some real-life examples of it working in practice.
To book/more info click here

Introduction to Management
7-8 September
For people who are new to a management role and want to develop their management skills.
To book/more info click here

Confident Communications
14 September
For Individuals who would like to develop their ability to communicate with others more assertively and confidently.
To book/more info click here

Creativity and Innovation
21 September
For anyone who wants to be able to improve how they approach their work or start new projects by doing something different.
To book/more info click here

Talent Management
19 October
Eglinton will host the CIPD seminar focussing on Talent Management. Guest speaker is Dominic Ward from Agilent Technologies.

To book/more info click here

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