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Core Training Programmes

Three flagship programmes for financial services teams, drawing on my background training 1,000+ innovators and 250+ facilitators across the sector. Each runs as a standalone session, or combines into a broader capability-building programme.

Storytelling for Engagement

Turn facts and figures into stories that influence

DurationHalf day
Group sizeUp to 30
AimInfluence
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Design Thinking Fundamentals

Learn the tools for successful corporate innovation

Duration1 day
Group sizeUp to 10
AimInnovate
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The Path of the Guide

Facilitate unforgettable trainings and workshops

Duration2 days
Group sizeUp to 10
AimFacilitate
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Influence Training

Storytelling for Engagement

Turn facts and figures into stories that influence

This interactive workshop equips participants with the fundamentals of effective storytelling in financial services, helping finance, actuarial and data professionals turn complex numbers into narratives that engage, persuade and drive action.

GoalTurn financial data into stories that influence
FormatTrainer-led, in person or virtual
DurationHalf day
Group SizeUp to 30 per session
Best suited toFinance & data teams

Learning outcomes

Upon completion of the training, participants will be able to:

  • Bring emotional resonance and empathy into storytelling, going beyond the numbers to create engagement
  • Tailor stories to different stakeholders in order to influence and persuade
  • Apply a clear storytelling structure to shape their ideas into a concise, impactful manner
  • Leverage body language and tone of voice effectively to support persuasive delivery and feel confident

Case Study — Hastings Direct

Hastings Direct deployed this training across their Finance teams, equipping them to go ‘beyond the numbers’ when talking to internal stakeholders.

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Innovation Training

Design Thinking Fundamentals

Learn the tools for successful corporate innovation

This hands-on training equips participants to run collaborative innovation projects internally. A real business use case, agreed in advance, runs throughout the day so every technique is applied immediately — supported by industry case studies and best practice frameworks.

GoalBuild confident, capable innovation practitioners
FormatTrainer-led, in person or virtual
Duration1 day, or 2 x half-day sessions
Group SizeTeams of up to 10
Best suited toAspiring innovation practitioners

Learning outcomes

Upon completion of the training, participants will be able to:

  • Identify and prioritise the right problems, focusing innovation effort where it matters most
  • Run structured ideation sessions with groups to produce a higher quality and quantity of ideas
  • Assess ideas quickly to identify those with the highest likelihood of success, preventing time and money wasted on the wrong opportunities
  • Prototype and test high-potential ideas, gathering customer feedback to iterate and improve
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If you’re looking to build an innovative team capable of rapid, iterative experimentation, I highly recommend working with Emily.

— SVP, Global Agile Coach, SCOR
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Facilitation Training

The Path of the Guide

Facilitate unforgettable trainings and workshops

This programme, grounded in the award-winning book of the same name, develops confident, well-rounded facilitators through practical application. Participants develop their own use case during the sessions, and work in accountability buddies afterwards to ensure application.

GoalBuild confident, well-rounded facilitators
FormatTrainer-led, in person or virtual
Duration2 days, or 3 x 3-hr virtual sessions
Group SizeTeams of up to 10
Best suited toTeams building facilitation skills

Learning outcomes

Upon completion of the training, participants will be able to:

  • Create effective physical and psychological environments for group sessions, cultivating psychological safety
  • Map agendas, learning styles, personalities and energy to design more engaging sessions with improved learner retention
  • Stay on track during sessions, running effective activities, and demonstrating impact and outcomes
  • Navigate common facilitation obstacles with confidence, from handling difficult personalities to managing time and sponsor influence

Winner of the Change Ninja Book Award 2025

Category: “Facilitating Differently”

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Each programme runs as a standalone session, or combines into a broader capability-building programme tailored to your team.

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