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Whether you are dealing with customers, suppliers or colleagues, the ability to influence others effectively is a key skill that is never taught in school or university. Some people believe that it is an innate skills and therefore you either have it or you don’t.

My own research suggests that whilst their is an innate component, people can easily learn how to be more influential and the benefits of such training are substantial not just for the individual but for the organisation as well.

We develop tailored influencing skills programmes for individuals and groups based upon three key factors:

• Our own experience of what works
• The latest research into the psychology of persuasion and influence
• A thorough understanding of your organisation, people, customer types and market place,

Don’t take our word for it! Here’s what one of our recent customers said:

What made you interested in using Gavin Meikle and Inter-Activ?

“I needed a tailored course for my team in influencing skills. I came across Gavin and Inter-Activ via the website, saw that they did influencing skills training and could tailor it for my organisation and Gavin responded to my query quite quickly in comparison to other trainers.”

Why did you choose Inter-Activ for this project?

“Gavin was very thorough in his approach and keen to meet the needs of the team, the organisation and individuals that were attending the course. He also provided a substantial discount which was welcomed in this economic climate and also because we have tight training budgets.  Gavin also got in touch by phone to talk through my requirements and training needs in more detail.”

What were you specifically hoping to achieve?

“I wanted influencing skills training for the team and wanted the course to be specifically tailored to my teams needs, it also had to be interactive, and targeted for fundraising – meeting donors/prospects and networking. Gavin delivered on all of this.”

What was it like working with Gavin Meikle?

“Great, it was interactive session and fun. Everyone got a lot out of it and really enjoyed the day.”

What would you say to anyone else considering using Inter-Activ Presenting and Influencing?

“I would encourage people to use Inter-Activ as we were provided with a professional, timely service and had an excellent trainer who was experienced and knowledgeable and really focused on our needs to ensure he covered everything we wanted in the course.”

How else might you use Gavin Meikle in the future?

“Would consider other training with Gavin in house.”

Would you recommend Inter-Activ Presenting and Influencing to anybody else?

“Yes definitely.”

Siobhan Hanley - Concern Worldwide (UK)