3-Day DesignThinkers Global Bootcamp Week Training Training Course

This instructor-led, live training in Serbia (online or onsite) is aimed at individuals of all levels who wish to learn and apply the principles and techniques of self time management.

By the end of this training, participants will be able to:

• Identify and overcome the main barriers and challenges to effective self time management.
• Set SMART (Specific, Measurable, Achievable, Relevant, and Time-bound) goals and align them with their values and vision.
• Prioritize and schedule their tasks and activities using various tools and methods such as the Pareto principle, the ABC analysis, the Eisenhower matrix, and the Parkinson's law.
• Monitor and track their time usage and identify and eliminate their time wasters and distractions.
• Delegate and assign tasks appropriately and communicate clearly and assertively with others.
• Manage their emotions and stress levels in times of uncertainty and pressure.

The 2-days workshop attempts to equip technical and administrative professionals with the analytical and creative thinking competencies. In general, participants will sharpen their left-brain and right-brain thinking skills, and learn to apply them in various work related situations. Participants will many be familiarized with many proven techniques and tools that could be used to analyze, correlate, justify, and conclude information.

This instructor-led, live training in Serbia (online or onsite) is aimed at beginner-level to intermediate-level professionals and managers who wish to enhance their critical thinking, decision-making, and problem-solving capabilities in personal and professional contexts.

By the end of this training, participants will be able to:

• Identify biases and logical fallacies in reasoning.
• Apply critical thinking techniques to real-world scenarios.
• Improve decision-making processes through structured analysis.
• Enhance problem-solving strategies for complex situations.

Format of the Course

• Interactive lecture and discussion.
• Lots of exercises and practice.

Course Customization Options

• To request a customized training for this course, please contact us to arrange.

This workshop is a practical program implementing the principles of coordinating business meetings. Adult learning methodology of learning is used in this program. It is facilitated with interactive exercises and powerful presentations.

This instructor-led, live workshop in Serbia (online or onsite) is aimed at business professionals who wish to integrate mindfulness into their work environment to boost productivity, leadership, and well-being.

By the end of this training, participants will be able to:

• Understand the science and principles behind mindfulness.
• Develop self-awareness to enhance decision-making and leadership skills.
• Improve concentration, productivity, and emotional intelligence.
• Manage workplace stress, uncertainty, and high-pressure situations.
• Foster a positive and collaborative work culture.
• Apply mindfulness techniques to enhance creativity and problem-solving.

This instructor-led, live training in Serbia (online or onsite) is aimed at managers and executives who wish to implement the right tools, skills, and methodologies to manage remote teams.

By the end of this training, participants will be able to:

• Explore remote leadership, structures, and components to successfully adapt a remote work setup.
• Develop trust, goals, culture, and teamwork to create an effective and productive remote team.
• Use existing tools and technologies to improve virtual communication and collaboration.
• Implement goal setting and project management methods to measure the performance of a remote team.

Audience

Managers, Team Leaders, and staff members who feel that:

• They are attending an excessive number of meetings
• Their time is being "consumed" by others
• They struggle to complete their daily tasks due to a lack of planning, foresight, or prioritization

Format of the Course

The course will be a highly interactive blend of:

• Focused Discussions
• Slide Presentations
• Exercises and Case Studies

By the End of the Course, Delegates Will Be Able to:

• Understand the importance of managing meetings effectively, recognizing the time constraints of those they invite
• Follow standard procedures for organizing, conducting, and documenting meeting outcomes
• Gain broader insights into methods for managing their own time more efficiently: working smarter, not harder...

Audience:

• Any management or leadership position.
• Team members looking to improve their team skills.
• Operational leaders aiming to enhance their interpersonal skillset.

Overview:

This course is instructor-led, delivered by highly experienced human factors specialists who have provided high-quality training to various high-risk industries such as aviation, nuclear power, oil and gas production, healthcare, and elite sports. The course emphasizes the importance of risk and safety awareness through the use of accident case studies from multiple sectors. It guides participants through the fundamental functions of human cognition, demonstrating how this understanding can be transformed into practical tools. These tools can then be integrated into the workplace at various levels—practical, policy, and process—to enhance performance, efficiency, and reliability. The course is especially relevant for companies increasingly adopting new technology. The use of checklists and the appropriate application of standard operating procedures are thoroughly examined. There is a particular focus on operational risk and decision-making under pressure. The training concludes with an exploration of the human factors that characterize high-performing teams and what can be learned from them.

By the end of this training, participants will be able to:

• Understand the basic principles of human cognition.
• Apply their knowledge to develop cognitive tools that enhance performance.
• Grasp the key principles necessary to improve compliance, reliability, and performance.

Format of the Course:

• Instructor-led sessions.
• Scenario-based presentations, briefings, and accident analysis.
• Breakout scenario workshops and group presentations.

This course is currently available in English only.

Audience:

• Any individual in a management, supervisory, or leadership role.
• Team members aiming to enhance their team skills.
• Operational leaders looking to improve their interpersonal skillset.

Overview:

There is a common misconception that Human Factors (HF) is only relevant to safety-critical industries such as aviation, medicine, and oil & gas. However, there are significant benefits to investing in HF beyond just enhancing safety.

Improved Operational Efficiency: Equipping teams with the tools to manage workload, solve problems, and make effective decisions empowers them to handle work-related challenges without requiring higher-level intervention. Regardless of the industry, frontline team members can effectively navigate complex, dynamic situations.

Enhanced Employee Engagement and Brand Reputation: Empowering team members to manage their work situations increases employee engagement and improves customer interactions. Organizations that demonstrate a commitment to improving and investing in their staff will benefit from higher job satisfaction.

Reduced Absenteeism, Increased Retention: Time off due to stress and fatigue can be mitigated through HF training. Workplace morale significantly impacts individual stress levels. Investing in stress and fatigue management training, along with introducing peer support programs, shows a commitment to employee well-being. According to Deloitte, this can result in a 500% return on investment through reduced absenteeism and improved retention.

In summary, the skills that benefit pilots, surgeons, and oil rig workers can be applied more broadly to enhance organizational performance beyond safety.

By the end of this training, participants will be able to:

• Understand the fundamental principles of human cognition.
• Apply their knowledge to develop cognitive tools that enhance performance.
• Demonstrate an understanding of key principles necessary for improving compliance, reliability, and performance.

Format of the Course:

• Led by an experienced instructor.
• Scenario-based presentations, briefings, and accident analysis.
• Interactive scenario workshops and group presentations.

This course is currently available for delivery in English only.

Audience:

• All Management Roles.
• Accountable Managers, Safety or Risk Position Holders.
• Experienced Managers aiming to enhance their risk and safety management skills.

Overview:

This course delves into the key factors that influence decision-making under pressure. There's nothing quite like a crisis to ramp up the pressure, and this course is designed to equip civil servants with the necessary tools to analyze situations and make sound decisions in uncertain times.
The course takes a comprehensive approach to managing complex systems. The ongoing global pandemic has accelerated changes in various strategic areas, and this course leverages proven methodologies to help civil servants make effective decisions while under pressure. Additionally, we will explore how to effectively address emerging threats, whether they are physical or digital. The course features several high-profile case studies from different industries, which are collectively analyzed and discussed by the participants from multiple perspectives.
Various assessment techniques will be explored and applied to real-world scenarios. Participants will evaluate crises and determine the best course of action given limited information. The course aims to build confidence in making risk-based decisions within a complex operational environment.
The course aligns with the Better Business Case methodology. This is the UK government’s best practice framework for enabling civil servants to develop spending proposals and make effective business decisions.

By the end of this training, participants will be able to:

• Comprehend the nature of complex systems and how to manage within them.
• Identify strategies to mitigate the impact of new technologies on risk management.
• Strengthen the resilience of their risk management system.

Format of the Course:

• Facilitated and group discussions.
• Scenario-based presentations, briefings, and case study analyses.
• Breakout scenario workshops and group presentations.

Stress Management & Resilience is a practical program that focuses on evidence-based techniques and reflective practices to help participants manage personal stressors, enhance adaptability, and increase their openness to change and feedback.

This instructor-led, live training (available both online and onsite) is designed for beginner-level participants who want to learn hands-on tools for managing stress, engage in reflective activities, and build resilience to improve performance at work and support colleagues.

Upon completing this program, participants will be able to:

• Apply simple, evidence-based techniques to reduce acute stress and enhance day-to-day wellbeing.
• Use practical strategies to manage personal issues (such as health, finances, or other concerns) that impact work performance.
• Engage in reflective activities and experiential exercises that increase openness to change and feedback.
• Develop a personalized resilience action plan with concrete next steps and coping techniques.

Format of the Course

• Short, interactive sessions that blend theory and practice.
• Experiential activities, guided reflections, and brief role plays.
• Action planning and short take-home practices between sessions.

Course Customization Options

• Content can be tailored to fit different team cultures, stress triggers, or organizational contexts.

This instructor-led, live training (online or onsite) is aimed at professionals who wish to understand stress dynamics, learn practical strategies to manage stress, and implement techniques to enhance well-being in the workplace.

By the end of this training, participants will be able to:

• Identify personal and workplace stressors.
• Distinguish between productive and negative stress.
• Apply practical techniques to reduce and manage stress.
• Develop resilience through empowerment exercises.

This 1-1 live training (online) in Serbia is aimed at everyone who wish to get more structure and productivity in their job.

By the end of this training, participants will be able to:

• Get more in life.
• Control their time.
• Get their focus back.
• Plan their week effectively.
• Know how to deal with stress.