Steve’s very humorous, yet deeply thought-provoking, session on “The Chimp Paradox” introduced his tried and tested revolutionary techniques that enable people to conquer their fears, operate with greater control, focus and confidence and perform better in all areas of their life.

After the event Steve contacted us to tell us how well he thought the session went:
“I really enjoyed presenting and felt especially privileged to share peoples stories and situations as I moved around the groups in the informal chat session that followed.”

In addition to Steve we are thrilled that Bob Middleton, the Managing Director of Mercedes-Benz Finance joined us to share his personal experiences of Leadership and Managing his Chimp.

Quotes from attendees

“I thoroughly enjoyed the day and it is fantastic to have some new ideas and models to think through and apply back at work. I thought the entire day was arranged extremely effectively and every session was thought-provoking and interesting. I really appreciate being invited and am super-impressed with what you delivered.”
Richard Vallis, L&D Manager, Debenhams

“It really was fabulous. You should be so proud of yourselves for the high quality event you put on. The vibe was brilliant, I think people got lots from it and I really enjoyed myself. Thank you.”
Jennie Davis, Head of Organisational Development, Ofsted

“Thank you both for the magnificent organisation of the Talent Pool Symposium. I really enjoyed it and thought it went really well. I managed to network with lots of new people in different fields of work so that was interesting. Steve Peters was fascinating.”
Alison Baud, Director of Library and Learning Services, Bath Spa University

“It was a great day, thank you so much for inviting me.”
Sarah Knaggs, People Project Manager, Asda

“Thank you for what was a really enlightening and thoroughly enjoyable day. I have been raving about it since I got back and I don’t think the impression it has made will fully hit me for a while yet.”
Alan McCoy – Service Transition Manager, The Met Office

“Thanks for a great day, I really enjoyed it and met some interesting people.”
Hilary Nithsdale, Trading Controller, Today’s Wholesale Services Ltd

Join us for the day and in addition to hearing Steve you will enjoy an action packed day of learning where you will gain new skills and perspectives and network with others. You will also get the opportunity to join Steve over a festive lunch where he will answer any questions they may have in a more informal way.

Agenda

16th DECEMBER 2014
The Priest House Hotel, Castle Donnington, Derbyshire, DE74 2RR

• 10.00 Let’s get started
• 11.00 Prof Steve Peters, author of the Chimp Paradox
• 12.00 Christmas Lunch and Informal Questions with Steve
• 13.15 Pick and Mix of Learning Activities
• 15.00 Bob Middleton, MD Mercedes Benz Financial Services
• 15.50 Pulling the Learning Together
• 17.15 Close with Champagne or mulled wine and mince pies

SPECIAL PRICED TICKETS FOR YOU & YOUR TEAM

A SPECIAL PRICED TICKET of £299 — saving you £200 — is available until 21st September 2014 (after this date tickets will go on sale at £499).

Should you wish to take advantage of this great offer simply email us at contact@thetalentpool.co.uk with your details and we will contact you with further information to confirm your attendance at this very special day.

We hope that you can join us for what plans to be a great day.

the programme provides a fresh approach to learning that is designed to meet the development needs of the individual, make a practical difference to the business and benefit the local community

Director of The Talent Pool Lisa Smale designed the programme with Managing Director Ian Styles in order to foster innovative ideas and encourage a grow your own approach to talent within this successful family run business.

For more information, refer to Talented staff aspire to future management roles in the Western Morning News.

The Talent Pool held its third Annual Symposium for clients and guests this summer. We were joined by a variety of specialist speakers, including Karren Brady from the BBC’s Apprentice. Her keynote speech and the theme for the day was “My Kinda Leadership”.

The day gave delegates time to think about their own personal leadership style and their organisations methods. Delegates were able to question Karren about how her career success as well as informally chatting with her over lunch. Sally Rixon, Talent Pool’s Director of Collaborative Learning said, “We are delighted that Karren agreed to join us and share her fascinating career with us.”

She was a great keynote speaker for our delegates, has a wealth of experience and has achieved much despite many challenges thrown her way. Karren talked about her career in football which started at a young age; there wasn’t a person in the room that couldn’t be impressed by her achievements. She explained to delegates that her determination had been pivotal to her success.

Of course, as fanatical Apprentice viewers, it was great to be able to talk to her first hand about this year’s contestants and find out how tough the competition is.

What delegates had to say…

“Since enrolling I have dramatically changed the way I view myself, those around me and the work that I do. It has had a profoundly positive impact on my working life.”

“I found the day fascinating and it certainly got me thinking out of the box.”

“It was really good I have been buzzing all day, and can’t stop talking about it.”

“I really did enjoy the whole day and all the interaction, discussion, the delegates and the speakers — all were superb in different ways.”

“I thought the day was excellent, one of the best of this type of event. I liked the variety, quality of speaker and efficiency of organisation. A really valuable opportunity for people to meet, discuss, listen, think, reflect.”

“We were positively buzzing on the way home in the car, discussing the richness of the day and considering all the possibilities.”