Training
Advancing you and your team’s professional skills can be a lot to manage.
Elevate your abilities and professional prowess with our diverse range of training courses.
No matter which of our sectors you’re interested in, we will eagerly cater to your various professional needs.
Media Training
In a fast-paced world full of noise, it’s critical your message is delivered clearly and confidently. This half-day training features both theoretical and practical learning that will help your team feel comfortable in delivering your message to print, radio, and broadcast media. Master responding to reporter calls, navigate interviews seamlessly, and enhance your messaging. In-person training for up to 20 people. Available in English, French, or Bilingual.
Tips for the Reluctant Manager
Are you a new manager? Learn how to lead confidently and successfully with Porter O’Brien’s “Tips for the Reluctant Manager” This session will focus on how to get out of your own way, embrace your discomfort, build collaboration, and grow your team both personally and professionally.
Government Relations 101
Master the essentials of government relations like a pro by developing an understanding of roles and decision-making cycles. With this training program, you'll gain insights into key dates, election processes, government branches, and the roles of politicians, advisors, civil servants, and stakeholders. Elevate your understanding of government dynamics confidently with this focused training.
Strategic Planning 101
Covering the core elements—what, who, when of a strategic plan, Values, Vision, Mission, SMART goals, and implementation plans— the "Strategic Planning 101" program provides practical insights for effective planning and execution. Elevate your strategic thinking confidently with Porter O'Brien.
Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Training
Learn how to strengthen your organization through its people. By ingraining DEI initiatives into your organization you can attract skilled workers, grow a loyal employee base, and align your organization with industry best practices.
Lobbyist Registration Acts
Efficiently understand lobbyist registration with Porter O'Brien's "Lobbyist Registration Acts" training. Covering the definition of a lobbyist, types, and registration requirements, this program provides essential insights for compliance.
Interview Preparation
If your organization is facing a crisis or in the midst of a campaign, you may want to brush up on your interview skills and key messages. With this concise training, Porter O'Brien will help you develop interview techniques and key messaging for a specific topic or need. Gain hands-on practice on how to master unexpected and difficult questions and master interview techniques. Available in English, French, or Bilingual.
Introduction to Market Research
Learn the basics of market research, including opinion polling, surveys, focus groups, and market studies. This program provides a comprehensive understanding of research methodologies. Elevate your skills confidently with this streamlined and comprehensive training.
Anatomy of a Briefing Note
Master the essentials of briefing notes with our focused training, covering generation processes, key components, and the importance of brevity. With the "Anatomy of a Briefing Note" program, you'll gain comprehensive insights, confidently hone your skills in crafting effective briefing notes, and participate in a practical drafting workshop.
