Duration

Interactive Live Webinars, programme of 2 x 90 minute modules

Suitable for

Anyone working in today’s fast-paced environment who needs to take notes quickly and accurately at meetings, briefings or on the telephone. This quick to learn note-taking method gives you techniques which you can use immediately after the course. Your speed will build by continued use and by compiling your own short forms for frequently used specialist terms.

Location

Objectives

By the end of the course you will be able to:

• Understand the principles of the speed writing system
• Take notes and/or minutes immediately using speedwriting techniques
• Note telephone or other messages quickly and accurately
• Use techniques described to continue to develop your speed

Programme

Module 1: Introduction & Objectives

• What is Speedwriting and why and when it’s useful
• The theory and principles of Speedwriting
• Using abbreviations
• Shortcuts and handy hints
• Writing individual words using Speedwriting
• Writing sentences using Speedwriting
• Reading your notes easily from your Speedwriting notes

Module 2: Reviewing The Principles of Speedwriting

• Recap speedwriting principles
• Practice writing individual words, building your own dictionary
• How to develop your own unique abbreviations for commonly used words in your business
• Further practice writing sentences
• Writing and reading backyour speedwriting from dictated material
• Techniques and tips for building your speed back at work

This programme can be customised for your in-house group – please ask

What’s next?

• Minutes and Meetings
• Effective Business Communication
• Self-Esteem and Assertiveness

Duration (in days)