Courses
If you want to improve your cognitive skills in more than one area, you can construct your own course of study by selecting the elements which interest you, or if you tell us what you want to achieve, we can suggest a course for you.
Many of our seminars will be relevant to more than one subject, and even when they are aimed at a subject you are not pursuing, you might find some benefit to your own chosen direction of study. At Buttercross your aim is to become an improved version of yourself, so you should follow whatever learning path interests you.
You can choose to attend as many seminars as you like, in as many subjects as you like, in any order you like.
Learning skills are the techniques and strategies that enhance the ability to absorb, comprehend and retain information effectively. Focus on accelerating learning processes through active listening, comprehension, selective note-taking, mind mapping and efficient reading practices.
Participants will learn how to quickly master new skills, enhance their productivity and improve their ability to perform under pressure. This training is ideal for those looking to stay ahead in a rapidly evolving world.
Studying learning skills will significantly enhance the effectiveness of all subsequent training, whether it be with us, with another provider or in-house at work.
Critical thinking involves the analysis and evaluation of facts to form a judgement. You will learn how to systematically find solutions through reasoning and logical thinking.
Attendees will enhance their thinking and decision-making skills, reduce bias and improve problem-solving and creative abilities by learning techniques to understand and assess information and arguments critically. This is crucial for management and decision-making positions.
Memory training involves learning techniques to improve information retention and recall. Explore mnemonic devices, visualisation and association strategies for all situations.
Participants will develop their ability to remember important details more easily, boost their mental capacity and apply memory-enhancing techniques to everyday tasks as well as complex job responsibilities.
Problem solving consists of identifying, analysing and resolving issues effectively and efficiently. Discover structured problem-solving frameworks such as root cause analysis and creative solution generation.
Attendees will leave better equipped to handle challenges of all kinds, leading to improved innovation, efficiency and productivity.
Concept generation is about developing ideas for new products, services, or processes, or innovations of those already in use. This encourages original thinking through brainstorming, SCAMPER and other creative techniques.
This training will empower participants to think creatively, and is fundamental to the development of new products and to the exploration of new markets through invention, innovation and diversification.
Analysis involves examining information comprehensively and in detail to understand it better and gain more from it. You can cover areas like data analysis, text analysis and critical analysis techniques.
Participants will learn to make informed decisions by interpreting and employing data effectively, which is crucial for roles in management, marketing and operations.
Persuasion is the act of influencing people's beliefs or actions. These seminars delve into the principles of persuasion, including the ancient art of rhetoric, ethical limitations and the practical use of persuasive techniques.
Participants will enhance their communication skills, enabling them to better negotiate, sell ideas and lead teams with greater conviction.
Strategy is the art of planning and directing operations and movements to meet specific objectives. Master strategic thinking, planning and execution across various commercial contexts.
This training helps participants to think strategically, anticipate future challenges and align strategic objectives with business goals.
Incident management involves the effective handling of unexpected events or disruptions to minimise their impact on operations. Explore strategies for incident response, recovery and prevention, as well as looking at how to recognise opportunities in adversity and how to take advantage where possible.
Attendees will develop the skills to manage and mitigate crises efficiently, ensuring continuity and resilience in their professional environments.
Decision making involves selecting the best course of action from a number of options. Learn decision-making processes, tools and techniques for use in a business context and elsewhere in life.
Participants will gain insights into making more effective, timely and informed decisions that will positively enhance their own career and their organisation's success.
Seminar: The Art of Learning
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Buttercross Mindset Training
Learning
Skills, Critical Thinking, Memory Training, Analysis,
Persuasion,
Incident
Management, Problem Solving, Concept Generation, Strategy and
Decision Making..