Does the thought of presenting to a room full of colleagues fill you with dread? Whether you're speaking in person or online via Teams or Zoom, this workshop is designed to help.
If you've ever needed to win a pitch, share your work clearly, or persuade others to your point of view, this session is for you. It's suitable for all levels and for anyone who wants to become a more confident, articulate and engaging speaker.
You'll cover the fundamentals of good communication voice control, body language and powerful connection. The session is interactive and covers both in-person and online presenting. You'll learn how to create great content, get your message across effectively, and leave as a stronger, more confident speaker.
Speakers Trust is a charity dedicated to helping people become more effective communicators. They work to build confidence in public speaking, improve education and employment prospects, and empower people to use their voice to drive positive change in the workplace, at home and in the community. “I attended the public speaking session and I just wanted to let you know how fantastic it was. Jenny was an incredible trainer and it has been the best training session I have ever attended. I really believe that her training will have an impact on my public speaking skills.” Spaces are limited. If you can no longer attend, please cancel in advance so someone from the waiting list can take your place. This event is open to anyone who lives or works in Bankside, though priority is given to business members. If you're unsure whether that includes you, please get in touch to confirm. [post_title] => 2 Sept - Public Speaking Training [post_excerpt] => [post_status] => publish [comment_status] => closed [ping_status] => closed [post_password] => [post_name] => 2-sept-public-speaking-training [to_ping] => [pinged] => [post_modified] => 2026-05-11 16:32:34 [post_modified_gmt] => 2026-05-11 15:32:34 [post_content_filtered] => [post_parent] => 0 [guid] => https://betterbankside.co.uk/?post_type=event&p=7146 [menu_order] => 0 [post_type] => event [post_mime_type] => [comment_count] => 0 [filter] => raw ) [1] => WP_Post Object ( [ID] => 7142 [post_author] => 33 [post_date] => 2026-05-07 11:30:55 [post_date_gmt] => 2026-05-07 10:30:55 [post_content] =>A mid-year review is one of the most valuable performance management tools available to managers. When conducted well, it strengthens relationships, drives performance improvement, and gives employees the recognition, clarity, and direction they need to thrive.
This practical course shows you exactly how to conduct a great mid-year performance conversation, one that goes beyond ticking boxes and creates a genuine, two-way dialogue that benefits both you and your team.
This course is delivered by SEEDL, an online learning platform that is free to access for anyone who works for a Better Bankside member organisation. Find out more about SEEDL and sign up for this course and others: https://betterbankside.co.uk/what-we-do/seedl-online-learning/ [post_title] => 20 May - How to conduct a great mid-year conversation [post_excerpt] => [post_status] => publish [comment_status] => closed [ping_status] => closed [post_password] => [post_name] => 20-may-how-to-conduct-a-great-mid-year-conversation [to_ping] => [pinged] => [post_modified] => 2026-05-07 15:19:57 [post_modified_gmt] => 2026-05-07 14:19:57 [post_content_filtered] => [post_parent] => 0 [guid] => https://betterbankside.co.uk/?post_type=event&p=7142 [menu_order] => 0 [post_type] => event [post_mime_type] => [comment_count] => 0 [filter] => raw ) [2] => WP_Post Object ( [ID] => 7105 [post_author] => 33 [post_date] => 2026-04-27 16:48:24 [post_date_gmt] => 2026-04-27 15:48:24 [post_content] =>Most project failures don't come out of nowhere. The warning signs are often predictable, preventable, and hiding in plain sight, yet in the rush of everyday work, they're easy to miss until it's too late.
This focused, practical session uncovers the most common reasons projects go off track, from unclear goals and poor resource planning to communication breakdowns and unmanaged scope creep. Through real-world examples and guided reflection, you'll examine your own project habits and decision-making, walking away with straightforward strategies to reduce risk, stay on track, and deliver more consistently. Whether you manage projects formally or informally, this session will sharpen your awareness and give you practical tools to improve outcomes from the start.
This course is delivered by SEEDL, an online learning platform that is free to access for anyone who works for a Better Bankside member organisation. Find out more about SEEDL and sign up for this course and others: https://betterbankside.co.uk/what-we-do/seedl-online-learning/ [post_title] => 27 May - Why projects fail (and what to do about it) [post_excerpt] => [post_status] => publish [comment_status] => closed [ping_status] => closed [post_password] => [post_name] => 27-may-why-projects-fail-and-what-to-do-about-it [to_ping] => [pinged] => [post_modified] => 2026-04-27 16:48:24 [post_modified_gmt] => 2026-04-27 15:48:24 [post_content_filtered] => [post_parent] => 0 [guid] => https://betterbankside.co.uk/?post_type=event&p=7105 [menu_order] => 0 [post_type] => event [post_mime_type] => [comment_count] => 0 [filter] => raw ) [3] => WP_Post Object ( [ID] => 7103 [post_author] => 33 [post_date] => 2026-04-27 16:40:17 [post_date_gmt] => 2026-04-27 15:40:17 [post_content] =>Moving from individual contributor to leader is one of the most significant career transitions you'll make. It requires a fundamental mindset shift, a new set of leadership skills, and the ability to redefine relationships with former peers, all while establishing yourself as a credible and confident leader.
This leadership transition course is designed for professionals stepping into a leadership role for the first time. Whether you've just been promoted or are preparing for the move, you'll gain the practical tools and strategies needed to lead with clarity and confidence from day one.
This course is delivered by SEEDL, an online learning platform that is free to access for anyone who works for a Better Bankside member organisation. Find out more about SEEDL and sign up for this course and others: https://betterbankside.co.uk/what-we-do/seedl-online-learning/ [post_title] => 19 May - Transitioning to be a Leader [post_excerpt] => [post_status] => publish [comment_status] => closed [ping_status] => closed [post_password] => [post_name] => 19-may-transitioning-to-a-leader [to_ping] => [pinged] => [post_modified] => 2026-05-07 15:18:43 [post_modified_gmt] => 2026-05-07 14:18:43 [post_content_filtered] => [post_parent] => 0 [guid] => https://betterbankside.co.uk/?post_type=event&p=7103 [menu_order] => 0 [post_type] => event [post_mime_type] => [comment_count] => 0 [filter] => raw ) [4] => WP_Post Object ( [ID] => 7098 [post_author] => 9 [post_date] => 2026-04-27 15:24:49 [post_date_gmt] => 2026-04-27 14:24:49 [post_content] =>"Expertly delivered training in a well structured format. Great experience to share knowledge and new learning with a diverse group."You are welcome to join this event if you live or work in Bankside. [post_title] => 12 May - Mental Health Awareness Training [post_excerpt] => [post_status] => publish [comment_status] => closed [ping_status] => closed [post_password] => [post_name] => 12-may-mental-health-awareness-training [to_ping] => [pinged] => [post_modified] => 2026-05-06 14:33:20 [post_modified_gmt] => 2026-05-06 13:33:20 [post_content_filtered] => [post_parent] => 0 [guid] => https://betterbankside.co.uk/?post_type=event&p=7043 [menu_order] => 0 [post_type] => event [post_mime_type] => [comment_count] => 0 [filter] => raw ) [7] => WP_Post Object ( [ID] => 7039 [post_author] => 33 [post_date] => 2026-04-08 10:57:51 [post_date_gmt] => 2026-04-08 09:57:51 [post_content] =>
When workloads are high, thorough project planning is often the first thing to slip. This practical session explores how to use AI as a thinking partner helping you plan faster, think more clearly, and make better decisions without handing over responsibility.
You'll discover how AI can help structure ideas, surface risks, challenge assumptions, and sharpen your planning process from the outset. The focus is on using AI to enhance your judgement and efficiency, not replace it.
By the end of this session, you will be able to:
Get involved with Bankside Futures this summer by volunteering for this fun speed-networking event.
This fast-paced volunteer activity is an opportunity to help local young people practice their networking skills and build their confidence to talk to new people. Networking is a vital part of everyone’s career, but many of us still find it daunting. So this event is also a chance to practice your own networking skills and get to know volunteers from other Bankside businesses.
Ahead of the event, the Bankside Futures team will share an overview of the types of questions to expect from the young people, focusing on your current role and career pathway, along with some tips on handling difficult or personal questions.
There will also be a full briefing at the start of the event, and a chance to practice networking with the other volunteers before the young people arrive. It's a great opportunity for anyone who wants to build their confidence to network, making it an ideal volunteering opportunity for young professionals in particular.
Participation in this event is limited to individuals who work for Bankside businesses.
[post_title] => 9 July - Bankside Futures: Speed-networking [post_excerpt] => [post_status] => publish [comment_status] => closed [ping_status] => closed [post_password] => [post_name] => 9-july-bankside-futures-speed-networking [to_ping] => [pinged] => [post_modified] => 2025-06-20 01:20:36 [post_modified_gmt] => 2025-06-20 00:20:36 [post_content_filtered] => [post_parent] => 0 [guid] => https://betterbankside.co.uk/?post_type=event&p=6425 [menu_order] => 0 [post_type] => event [post_mime_type] => [comment_count] => 0 [filter] => raw ) [10] => WP_Post Object ( [ID] => 6424 [post_author] => 9 [post_date] => 2025-06-19 14:29:25 [post_date_gmt] => 2025-06-19 13:29:25 [post_content] =>Get involved with Bankside Futures this summer by volunteering at this mock interview activity.
Working in pairs, volunteers will conduct short interviews to help young people participating in Bankside Futures this summer gain valuable experience by answering questions about themselves and their achievements.
In addition to a briefing at the start of the activity, you will be provided with an interview guide to help you prepare and conduct the interviews, including a set of interview questions and feedback forms.
At the end of the activity, your feedback will be gathered and discussed with the Bankside Futures team, so that recommendations can be shared with the young people to help them prepare for real-life interviews in the future.
As well as in-person interviews, we also need one or two "remote volunteers" who can host online interviews, given how commonplace these are now. The Bankside Futures team will set up the online interview, so you will just need to log on from your device, whether you are in the office or working remotely.
You don't need to be an HR professional to sign up for this activity, as it's a great way to develop your skills and confidence as an interviewer.
If you are interested in other ways to support young people get ready for work, please get in touch with Rachel Nicholson.
Participation in this event is limited to individuals who work for Bankside businesses.
[post_title] => 16 July - Bankside Futures: Mock interviews [post_excerpt] => [post_status] => publish [comment_status] => closed [ping_status] => closed [post_password] => [post_name] => 16-july-bankside-futures-mock-interviews [to_ping] => [pinged] => [post_modified] => 2025-06-20 01:20:37 [post_modified_gmt] => 2025-06-20 00:20:37 [post_content_filtered] => [post_parent] => 0 [guid] => https://betterbankside.co.uk/?post_type=event&p=6424 [menu_order] => 0 [post_type] => event [post_mime_type] => [comment_count] => 0 [filter] => raw ) [11] => WP_Post Object ( [ID] => 6344 [post_author] => 20 [post_date] => 2025-05-27 12:15:54 [post_date_gmt] => 2025-05-27 11:15:54 [post_content] => Join the Positive Planet team, for an informative and interactive Carbon Literacy Certified training course, a qualification recognised by the United Nations. Carbon Literacy training provides organisations with an awareness of the climate-related costs and impacts of their activities and the ability and motivation to reduce greenhouse gas emissions. The training is open to any Better Bankside member with the cost covered by Better Bankside. Is this course right for me? This course is aimed at SMEs, their employees and anyone looking to increase their awareness of carbon dioxide costs, impacts, and most importantly how to reduce emissions. The course would be especially useful for those people who have a responsibility for sustainability and carbon reduction within their role. The course will enable you to empower your team to take climate action. The course will also give you the knowledge, skills and confidence to act to reduce your carbon emissions to support your company’s and the UKs Net Zero target. Where? We are delighted that this training will be kindly hosted by TP Bennett at One America Street, London SE1 0NE. What’s on offer? Carbon Literate individuals understand how climate change will affect them, both geographically and locally. Individuals who receive Carbon Literacy training typically realise carbon savings of 5-15%. The aims of the course are:Does the thought of presenting to a room full of colleagues fill you with dread? Whether you're speaking in person or online via Teams or Zoom, this workshop is designed to help.
If you've ever needed to win a pitch, share your work clearly, or persuade others to your point of view, this session is for you. It's suitable for all levels and for anyone who wants to become a more confident, articulate and engaging speaker.
You'll cover the fundamentals of good communication voice control, body language and powerful connection. The session is interactive and covers both in-person and online presenting. You'll learn how to create great content, get your message across effectively, and leave as a stronger, more confident speaker.
Speakers Trust is a charity dedicated to helping people become more effective communicators. They work to build confidence in public speaking, improve education and employment prospects, and empower people to use their voice to drive positive change in the workplace, at home and in the community. “I attended the public speaking session and I just wanted to let you know how fantastic it was. Jenny was an incredible trainer and it has been the best training session I have ever attended. I really believe that her training will have an impact on my public speaking skills.” Spaces are limited. If you can no longer attend, please cancel in advance so someone from the waiting list can take your place. This event is open to anyone who lives or works in Bankside, though priority is given to business members. If you're unsure whether that includes you, please get in touch to confirm. [post_title] => 2 Sept - Public Speaking Training [post_excerpt] => [post_status] => publish [comment_status] => closed [ping_status] => closed [post_password] => [post_name] => 2-sept-public-speaking-training [to_ping] => [pinged] => [post_modified] => 2026-05-11 16:32:34 [post_modified_gmt] => 2026-05-11 15:32:34 [post_content_filtered] => [post_parent] => 0 [guid] => https://betterbankside.co.uk/?post_type=event&p=7146 [menu_order] => 0 [post_type] => event [post_mime_type] => [comment_count] => 0 [filter] => raw ) [comment_count] => 0 [current_comment] => -1 [found_posts] => 49 [max_num_pages] => 5 [max_num_comment_pages] => 0 [is_single] => [is_preview] => [is_page] => [is_archive] => 1 [is_date] => [is_year] => [is_month] => [is_day] => [is_time] => [is_author] => [is_category] => [is_tag] => [is_tax] => 1 [is_search] => [is_feed] => [is_comment_feed] => [is_trackback] => [is_home] => [is_privacy_policy] => [is_404] => [is_embed] => [is_paged] => [is_admin] => [is_attachment] => [is_singular] => [is_robots] => [is_favicon] => [is_posts_page] => [is_post_type_archive] => [query_vars_hash:WP_Query:private] => 0d3a7f4954637c5e08dafc228e27cabd [query_vars_changed:WP_Query:private] => [thumbnails_cached] => [allow_query_attachment_by_filename:protected] => [stopwords:WP_Query:private] => [compat_fields:WP_Query:private] => Array ( [0] => query_vars_hash [1] => query_vars_changed ) [compat_methods:WP_Query:private] => Array ( [0] => init_query_flags [1] => parse_tax_query ) [query_cache_key:WP_Query:private] => wp_query:cafaab516f127df023cccde7a1bc5a4a )