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Leading Training Leading Training is the home of practical training in Business and IT skills development. Our traine Welcome to the home of effective training courses.

We pride ourselves on our relevant, applicable, and dynamic content and approach. If you're looking to develop genuine skills, then you are exactly the type of person we want to get to know. We have short courses in
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A Safer Workplace Is a Healthier Workplace A safe and respectful workplace supports both mental wellbeing and productivi...
05/10/2026

A Safer Workplace Is a Healthier Workplace

A safe and respectful workplace supports both mental wellbeing and productivity. Our Sexual Harassment Awareness & Prevention Workshop equips employees with the knowledge to recognise inappropriate behaviour, understand their rights and responsibilities, and contribute to a psychologically safe work environment.

Client Testimonial

"This course was truly eye-opening and invaluable. It gave me a clear understanding of what constitutes sexual harassment in the South African workplace and highlighted both individual and organizational rights and responsibilities. I would highly recommend this training to any organization committed to fostering a safe, respectful, and compliant workplace culture." – Client on Sexual Harassment Awareness & Prevention Workshop

🌐 www.leadingtraining.co.za

30/09/2026

Congratulations! You’ve just won R5,000. Now send through your credit card details…

Sounds ridiculous, doesn't it? But what if the message wasn't about prize money? What if it was an urgent WhatsApp from your CEO, or an email from IT warning that your account is about to be suspended?

According to INTERPOL’s African Cyberthreat Assessment Report, cybercrime now accounts for over 30% of all recorded crime in Southern Africa, with attackers exploiting human psychology rather than breaking complex code.

In this video, we break down why panic, authority, and politeness are a hacker’s favourite tools—and the simple 60-second rule that stops them in their tracks. Equip your team with research-backed cybersecurity awareness: leadingtraining.co.za

Who says Live Virtual training can't be just as effective as face-to-face learning? At Leading Training, we create inter...
28/09/2026

Who says Live Virtual training can't be just as effective as face-to-face learning?

At Leading Training, we create interactive online learning experiences that keep every participant engaged, connected, and involved from start to finish.

"Excellent facilitator for an online and live audience. He made sure we were always included and felt part of the training." - Client on the Customer-Centric Employee Course

When facilitation is done right, virtual learning becomes more than just a screen. It becomes a meaningful learning experience.

🌐 Learn more: www.leadingtraining.co.za

23/09/2026

Negotiation Skills Part 4: Principled Negotiation (Positions vs Interests)

Two people can argue endlessly over a single orange, only to realise one needed the juice and the other needed the peel.

That classic Harvard Negotiation Project analogy highlights the biggest trap at work: confusing positions with interests.

Position: What someone demands ("We need a 15% discount.")

Interest: Why they need it ("We have strict Q3 cash-flow constraints.")

When discussions stall, shifting from positional haggling to shared problem-solving unlocks value:

Ask diagnostic questions: "Help me understand what makes that specific timeline critical for you?"

Uncover underlying priorities: Find where risk, speed, or scope matter more than just unit cost.

Trade low-cost, high-value terms: Adjust payment schedules or deliverables to solve their problem without compromising your bottom line.

👉 Build high-impact problem-solving skills across your organisation: leadingtraining.co.za

16/09/2026

Negotiation Skills Part 3: Hard vs Soft

Are you negotiating to win the deal, or to protect the relationship?

Go fully hardball, and you risk burning long-term trust with key stakeholders. Default to being soft, and research shows you invite the other party to take value off your table.

The golden rule of principled negotiation is to separate the two:

Be soft on the people: Lead with genuine curiosity, respect, and emotional intelligence.

Be hard on the problem: Hold firm on objective standards, commercial viability, and project boundaries.

You don’t need to be aggressive to protect your margins, and you don’t need to be a pushover to build lasting professional relationships.

👉 Explore our communication and negotiation workshops: leadingtraining.co.za

09/09/2026

Negotiation Skills Part 2: BATNA and WATNA

Negotiation power doesn’t come from having the loudest voice in the room. It comes from having options outside of it.

Most people negotiate out of fear of their WATNA (Worst Alternative to a Negotiated Agreement)—panicking about lost targets and folding on price just to make the anxiety go away.

Real leverage comes from strengthening your BATNA (Best Alternative to a Negotiated Agreement):

List your alternatives: What are 2–3 realistic backup routes if this deal collapses?

Improve the best one: Turn a vague idea into a concrete quote or vetted internal resource.

Establish your line: When your Plan B is solid, walking away from a bad Plan A becomes easy.

👉 Equip your team with practical negotiation frameworks: leadingtraining.co.za

Strong communication skills can transform your career. Whether you're presenting to a team, engaging with clients, or co...
07/09/2026

Strong communication skills can transform your career.

Whether you're presenting to a team, engaging with clients, or collaborating with colleagues, effective communication is a skill that sets professionals apart.

"I highly recommend this company for anyone looking to improve their communication skills. Their training was practical, engaging, and easy to apply in real-life situations. I noticed a significant improvement in my confidence, presentation skills, and ability to communicate effectively with colleagues and clients." - Client on the Customer-Centric Employee Course

At Leading Training, we equip professionals with practical, workplace-ready skills that deliver real results.

🌐 Learn more: www.leadingtraining.co.za

02/09/2026

We're trying something new this month. The whole month will be dedicated to key skills from a particular topic. This month is Negotiation Skills! What topics would you like to see in the future?

Let's dive into our first topic: WAP and ZOPA

When you don’t calculate your boundaries before walking into a room, social pressure takes over—and that’s how bad deals get signed. In negotiation science, two simple metrics protect you:

WAP (Walk-Away Point): The absolute limit of what you’ll accept before walking away (your ceiling as a buyer, your floor as a seller).

ZOPA (Zone of Possible Agreement): The mathematical overlap between both parties' walk-away points.

If your minimum is R50k and the client’s ceiling is R45k, there is no overlap. No amount of charm will turn that into a healthy agreement. Define your floor early, keep it non-negotiable, and know when to walk away.

👉 Upskill your team’s negotiation capabilities: https://www.leadingtraining.co.za/NegotiationSkillsforResults_training_course

26/08/2026

That sudden 20-minute gap from a canceled meeting feels like a ocean of time... until it’s gone and you’re late for your next call! ⏰😅

Why does this happen? Researchers at the University of Toronto found that when we gain unexpected free time, our brains trick us into feeling "time rich." We end up taking up to 15% longer on basic tasks because we lose track of time!

The fix?
Outsource your clock-watching! The second a meeting is canceled, set a timer on your phone for 15 minutes. That gives you dedicated focus time plus a built-in safety margin. 🎯

Want more practical productivity hacks for your team?
🔗 leadingtraining.co.za

19/08/2026

Stop scrolling! (Well... right after this video! 😉)

Did you know that scrolling through reels to "unwind" actually makes your brain more tired? 🤯

Research from Psychological Reports shows that constant streams of low-value content overload your working memory. Instead of resting, your brain is working overtime to process rapid information, leading to digital burnout and elevated stress.

Try replacing screen breaks with true deloading:
🚶 A quick 5-minute walk
🎵 Listening to music
🧘 Sitting quietly without a screen

Give your brain the actual breather it needs!

Looking for practical tools to boost focus and resilience in your workplace?
🔗 leadingtraining.co.za

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