In-House Training: Taking Care

Our Managing Director recognised that the senior leadership team was navigating multiple high-profile strategic projects simultaneously, often at pace and under pressure. The challenge was how to apply strategic thinking more rigorously, not just in theory, but in practice. We needed to help the team focus, prioritise, and make more effective decisions in a complex environment. It wasn’t about abstract learning — it was about equipping them with tools they could immediately use to tackle real-world challenges.

“The training was thought-provoking, helpful, grounded and realistic — it really hit the mark.”

We partnered with In Professional Development to deliver a tailored strategic leadership training programme. The aim was to give our senior leaders a practical, hands-on learning experience that addressed their current workload and challenges directly. This wasn’t just a generic course — it was a bespoke session aligned with our organisation’s needs and strategic goals.

“It wasn’t just an academic exercise — it was about applying strategic thinking to real-life challenges.”

The training was delivered in a way that allowed our leaders to workshop live issues and apply strategic models directly to their current work. It covered relevant topics like VUCA environments, psychological safety, and change management — all crucial for navigating complex projects. The sessions were thought-provoking, realistic, and grounded in our day-to-day context. INPD made sure that the content wasn’t just a series of models — it was meaningful, applicable and rooted in how our people work.

“INPD took the pressure off and helped us shape exactly what we needed.”

INPD have been brilliant throughout. From the very beginning, they listened carefully, understood our requirements, and worked closely with us to shape the right solution. They took the pressure off by managing the pre-briefing process with care, helping us clarify what we really needed. Their flexibility, attention to detail, and ability to adapt made the whole process easy and effective. They didn’t just deliver a course — they delivered real value to our business.

“The team are now equipped with tools they can explain, use and demonstrate value from.”

1. Practical Strategic Thinking: The course helped our leadership team bring more discipline and clarity to their strategic thinking — focusing better even when juggling multiple priorities.
2. Applied Learning: The team walked away with tools they could confidently explain and apply, rather than just academic concepts.
3. Evaluation and ROI: We’re now actively tracking the impact of the training through evaluation, with a view to identifying tangible business benefits like improved efficiency, cost-effectiveness, and project delivery.