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Effective communication skills are key to developing internal and external relationships and for contributions and recommendations to be effectively interpreted and applied.

Knowledge, Skills and Attitudes

1. Identify and clarify stakeholder communication needs and preferences, including any communication challenges

2. Develop and implement communication strategies appropriate for your stakeholders

3. Assess communication skills identifying strength and weaknesses

4. Develop a plan to address any communication weaknesses

5. Implement plans to address weaknesses, and monitor effectiveness of steps taken

6. Adapt communication skills to address stakeholders' needs, preferences and to address any specific challenges

7. Seek assistance and support when communication fails to meet the needs of stakeholders

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Statistical Methods Masterclass

Virtual training course

Multivariate and other statistical techniques for use in research.

Nov
20
2025

Thursday
09:30–17:00

Asking Smarter Questions

Virtual training course

“Asking Smarter Questions” is a dynamic and interactive training course from award-winning author and trainer Sam Knowles, which champions the art of curiosity. The course sets out the six Universal Principles you need to make every question count.

Nov
20
2025

Thursday
09:30–16:00

Agency Owners & Leaders 2025

London

Lead your business to thrive and grow

If you’re an insight agency leader, there are an ever-growing number of business challenges to keep you up at night. That’s why we’re inviting you to Agency Owners & Leaders, an exclusive gathering for managing directors, C-level professionals and owners of research agencies where you can collaborate, offload, and explore new possibilities with peers who understand your world. Say goodbye to sleepless nights!

Nov
20
2025

Thursday
09:25–17:00

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