Right now a project is failing. Projects fail or suffer delays every single day. The failure of projects is almost never technology. It is because of poor management of people and tasks!
Hethel Innovation. Andy is the Deputy Innovation Manager of the Business Development Team and has worked in high demand environments for several years. From the daily pressure of working on set for TV, through to setting up and running two of his own businesses. Productivity is an obsession for Andy and the ability to improve ourselves constantly is something he has been working on for years.
On a crisp January morning, delegates from across the county joined the Norfolk Chamber at the Sea Life Centre for a Great Yarmouth Business Breakfast on Sales Success in 2014
Delegates got the networking off to a great start with a cup of coffee and an ice breaker to warm them up on a winter morning. They then got to take part in a prize draw to win a signed copy of Terrines & Verrines by celebrity Chef Franck Pontais & the winner was Mark Ellaway from Bigfork Ltd. Our key note speaker Elliot Symonds, Sales Manager at Jarrold Training, then delivered a fantastic presentation, providing delegates with top tips to close the deal. Following this, delegates got another chance for some more networking with a safari move and a chance for them to try out what they learnt.
Elliot started his presentation off by setting the scene of what Jarrold Training do and who they are. He then went on to outline the 7 key closing techniques that someone can use, focusing on the Duke of Wellington (or if you’re American the Abraham Lincoln) closing technique. He finished his presentation talking about the 7 Safari animals including the shark & the whale. This lead perfectly onto the safari networking where the delegates got to move to another table and try the Duke of Wellington technique on each other.
The event ended with the delegates being able to go on a tour of the Sea Life Centre and get hands on with the creatures of the deep blue sea. Our next Great Yarmouth Business Breakfast is scheduled for the 3 April 2014 to book or for more informationclick here. Some of the tweets from yesterday’s event are below
Join us for an evening of networking in a relaxed and friendly atmosphere as we challenge you in a test of your local and general knowledge in our Quiz Night! Let the Norfolk Chamber give you a great conversation starter to break the ice and get to know your team. With a round on Norfolk and on local businesses who knows you may be an answer to one of our teasers! We have a special guest host, Nicky Price from BBC Radio Norfolk!Read what happened at last year’s Quiz Night by clickinghere. You could be crowned Norfolk Chamber’s Quiz Night Champions! Book your place and experience an informal, relaxed and fun atmosphere; who says you can’t mix business with pleasure? #AfterHours #ChamberNetworking @norfolkchamber Date:Wednesday 22nd April 2015 Venue:The King’s Centre, King Street, Norwich, NR1 1PH Time:6.00pm-8.00pm Doors Open 5:30pm Price:£18.00 + VAT This is a members only event, but exclusive to the After Hours series. If you are a non-member and are interested in joining the Chamber or finding out more information please call 01603 625977 or lookhere A delegate list and agenda will be emailed to you two days prior to this event, please ensure you register early to feature on the published delegate list. Bookings for this event are now closed, for last minute bookingsplease email [email protected] or telephone 01603 625977.
On the 24 April in the heart of the city, delegates arrived at the Library Restaurant after work for an evening of informal networking over Italian wine and antipasto. It was networking the Italian way. There was a fun, relaxed and energetic atmosphere as delegates enjoyed an Italian cocktail on arrival. The ideal environment to network as delegates embraced the ice breaker activity ‘Tally-ho.’ Delegates had the opportunity to meet every person in the room, a perfect way to break the ice and get people talking.
Moving into groups, delegates were able to mix and network with a new group of people. Each group moved upstairs to the beautiful reading room to taste handpicked Italian wine and antipasto with Jayne Raffles, The Library Restaurant. Delegates commented on the atmosphere and the opportunity to meet other people who may not usually attend networking breakfasts. ‘Network the Italian Way’ was a highly enjoyable evening where delegates expanded their network and met new people in a casual setting.
Delegates commented on the fantastic event as they departed. Those new to networking said they felt so at ease and thoroughly enjoyed their first networking event.
Ben Yassin, Computer Service Centre said:‘Great after hours event with the chamber last night. Lovely wine and company.’
Our next After Hours event is a Pub Quiz and will be held on the 5 June. For more details click here.
You’re invited to the official launch of our new Business Hub at Hardwick House, Norwich.
Join us for either a morning or afternoon session for networking and the opportunity to explore what our Business Hub has to offer. Both sessions are free to attend.
Morning session agenda: 8am – 10am
8am: Arrivals and networking
8.30am: Event start introductions and Chambers update from Nova
9.50: Tour of the space/meet the team & networking
10am: Event close
Please feel welcome to stay and work in the Hub after event close.
The morning session will also include breakfast pastries, fruit, tea and coffee.
Afternoon session agenda: 1pm – 3pm
1pm: Arrivals and networking
1.30pm:Event start introductions and Chambers update from Nova
1.50pm: Tour of the space/meet the team & networking
3pm: Event close
Please feel welcome to stay and work in the Hub after event close.
The afternoon session will also include light snacks, tea and coffee.
Dietary Requirements
Please let us know if you have any dietary requirements.
Getting to the Hub
The Business Hub, Hardwick House, is walkable from Norwich Train Station (8 minute walk), Rose Lane Car Park (5 minute walk) and Castle Quarter Car Park (2 minutes walk).
Cancellation policy
If you have booked tickets for this event and can no longer attend, please notify us at [email protected]
Aims to provide delegates with the required level of training, skills and knowledge in First Aid, and comply with the requirements of the Health and Safety (First Aid) Regulations 1981.
Suitable For
Successful delegates will be awarded a certificate of competence accredited by Qualsafe Awards who are recognised by Ofqual. It is valid for three years.
Course Venue
Open courses are held regularly at our training venues in Norwich, Norfolk and Cambridge, Cambridgeshire. Alternatively, courses can be arranged at your own site anywhere in the UK (subject to suitability).
Syllabus
Introduction to first aid
Incident management and safety
The unconscious patient
Major illness: diabetes, heart attack, stroke
Fractures and dislocations
Head Injuries
Eye Injuries
Simple record keeping & first aid equipment
The legal framework for first and in the workplace
Basic life support
Use of AED
Control of bleeding and shock
Major Illness: epilepsy, allergic reactions
Burns and scolds
Poisons and harmful substances
Basic casualty handling
Knowledge and skills assessments
“Good course with refreshing content. Great value for money.”
“The use of video clips really helped. The course was a good pace and the content was made interesting. It’s the most enjoyable First Aid course I have attended in 20 years.”
This qualification is designed to get managers and supervisors, from any sector, up to speed on the practical actions needed to make health and safety “happen” in their teams. IOSH is the professional association for safety and health practitioners, with a global name to back up their courses.
Subjects covered 1. Introducing Managing Safely 2. Identifying hazards and Assessing risks 3. Risk Control Strategies and Techniques 4. Understanding responsibilities at all levels 5. Measuring performance 6. Investigating accidents and incidents
What will staff get out of it? What they need to know in a refreshing, informal, interactive and entertaining way. Managing Safely will give delegates the knowledge and tools they need to tackle the health and safety issues they’re responsible for. This course brings home the reasons why health and safety is such an essential part of their jobs.
Minimum Teaching Time: Minimum face-to-face contact time of 22 hours, usually over 3 days (2 days, break, final day) plus time to complete the workplace based assignment
Assessment Format: Delegates will need to complete two types of assessment at the end of the course. The first assessment is a 25-question, multiple choice examination of the course syllabus. The second test is a short project on conducting a risk assessment.
Date: 22nd, 23rd & 29th January 2019
Prerequisites; this is a challenging course, and prior completion of a level 2 course or equivalent would be a benefit. Candidates will require a moderate level of functional skills/academic ability, and access to a computer, for assignment work, email, etc.
Course cost; £450.00 +VAT. This includes all training materials, course notes, etc. and refreshments including a light lunch
Course Tutors: Richard Mills is a Chartered Practitioner of 30 years’ experience in the profession; The RedCat Partnership has been providing training & consultancy in Norfolk, East Anglia and Nationally for over 20 years, as well as providing the best health and safety training facilities in Norfolk, at No8 Thorpe Road.
For more information or to book please contact us by email on [email protected] or 01603 473732
Join us at Sprowston Manor for a morning of business networking, connect over an icebreaker and enjoya delicious breakfast.Hear from Steve Miller, Head of Norfolk Museums Serviceabout current development projects and the impact theywill have on local businesses. Steve will explain how the Norfolk Museums Serviceworks closely with businessesandhow thishas helped shape both Norwich and the wider County.
Steve has a profound amount of experience working in the cultural sector in the UK. Before moving to Norfolk in 2013, Steve was theChief Executive of the Ironbridge Gorge Museum Trust, was the Director of the Norton Priority Museum Trust and is currently a Trustee of the Heritage Lottery Fund, the largest dedicated funder of heritage projects in the UK.
Come along to havereal fun and better your relationships with other businesses.
Members only event. If you are a non-member and are interested in joining the Chamber or finding out more information please call 01603 625977 orlook here.
A delegate list and agenda will be emailed to you two days prior to this event, please ensure you register early to feature on the published delegate list.
Bookings are now closed. For the opportunity to book to attend please phone 01603625977.
We will watch Drag Race UK winner Danny Beard and their full live band for a 5-star night of killer vocals, snappy comedy, put downs and pick me ups.
Get ready for a evening of scandalous behaviour, lots of laughs, and an honest insight into what life’s really like as a Z-list ‘celeb’ as the host of BBC3’s ‘The After Shave’ take to the road in this brand-new international tour for 2024.
On the night we shall enjoy a private room to network before the show itself, and then during this time we will receive 2 drinks per person, and an ice cream per person (included in the price).
We have 20 tickets available at this discounted rate!
This is an opportunity to network, enjoy a night out amongst like minded young professionals.
All delegates will be awarded a Norvic certificate of attendance accredited by Qualsafe Awards who are recognised by Ofqual. It is valid for three years.
Open courses are held regularly at our training venues in Norwich, Norfolk and Cambridge, Cambridgeshire. Alternatively, courses can be arranged at your own site anywhere in the UK (subject to suitability).
Syllabus
Role and responsibility of first aider
Introduction to first aid
The recovery position
Heart attack
Choking
Burns and scalds
Incident management and safety
Basic life support
Adult and paediatric resuscitation
Use of AED
Control of bleeding and shock
Simple record keeping and first aid equipment
“Information presented in a clear and concise way at a good pace. Enjoyable course, very informative”.
“Lots of hands on role play, was a very good way to learn.”
