Your people should be your greatest asset - not your greatest challenge
Management not taking responsibility? Teams not performing like they should? Concerned about having the skills for future growth? You’re not alone. Our practical leadership development programmes are designed for SMEs to address these issues head-on, transforming people problems into performance breakthroughs. We can help your managers will feel empowered to lead effectively, foster a collaborative team environment, and drive sustainable productivity improvements that truly make a difference.
89%
Of firms reported taking action to improve management quality in 2023
30%
Increase in demand for leadership development programs since 2020
75%
Of employees believe their managers need more training
70%
Of firms saw improved team collaboration post-training
Here's how we help you succeed
1
Understand your business and people
We get to know your challenges and team dynamics.
2
Tailor the right development strategy
From bespoke leadership programmes to individual coaching, we design it around real needs, not just theory.
3
Deliver measurable impact
We don’t just ‘train and go’. We support, embed, and help you see real change in how your people think and perform.
4
Reap the benefits of a multiskilled workforce
Empower your team and watch them apply their new skills.
Our courses
Choose the routes to suit you:
short Courses
We can develop your team through measurable objectives but without the need to sit assessments.
“I greatly appreciated the approach to studying that Strategic Professionals have taken with me, as they acknowledged my work commitments and were flexible enough so that no group classroom attendance was required. These sessions were invaluable as the tutor was able to assist me in relating the various models towards my own work setting so that I could judge which were most relevant and suitable. This individual approach suited my learning style and I doubt that this would have been met as effectively had I enrolled within a traditional College environment.”
Gareth Boulton
CEO
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“Strategic Professionals offer a flexible approach to studying which is vital as I have a very busy day job. In the time that I have been studying, I have also been promoted to a Director role. This for me is the ultimate testimonial to the team at Strategic Professionals. Thank you for equipping me with the knowledge and confidence to bring the best version of myself to the privileged position of being a leader in an organisation.”
Satnam Rana-Grindley
Director of Communications
“The process of identifying skills gaps is crucial and working with Strategic Professionals helped us to understand where our employees needed support and how they can be better equipped to handle various challenges that may arise. This is particularly important
in today's fast-paced world where businesses must constantly innovate and adapt to remain competitive.- Strategic Professionals have helped us to design a practical training programme that is linked to our strategic goals”
in today's fast-paced world where businesses must constantly innovate and adapt to remain competitive.- Strategic Professionals have helped us to design a practical training programme that is linked to our strategic goals”
Helen Gascoyne-Davies,
Group HR Director
Expertise
Our Tutors
Our expert training and mentoring team brings extensive experience from both industry and academia. They are dedicated to guiding you and your staff through tailored courses designed to deliver measurable productivity improvements. With their support, you'll gain practical skills and insights that drive real, impactful change in your organisation.
Sharon Southcott
Director, Founder & Tutor
Sharon Southcott
Director, Founder & Tutor
• Experienced sales, marketing, management and leadership tutor
• Experienced Product Manager and Sales Manager (Bathroom industry)
• MSc Marketing Management
• CIPD qualified
• CMI qualified Coach and Mentor
• Chartered Manager
• Qualified lecturer, Assessor and IQA
• Experienced Product Manager and Sales Manager (Bathroom industry)
• MSc Marketing Management
• CIPD qualified
• CMI qualified Coach and Mentor
• Chartered Manager
• Qualified lecturer, Assessor and IQA
Clare Dickenson
Tutor & Assessor
Clare Dickenson
Tutor & Assessor
• Qualified and experienced management and leadership tutor
• Former Buyer and Project Manager in Automotive Industry
• Postgraduate Diploma in Supply Chain Management
• Chartered Institute of Purchasing and Supply (CIPS) qualified
• Fluent in French and German
• Former Buyer and Project Manager in Automotive Industry
• Postgraduate Diploma in Supply Chain Management
• Chartered Institute of Purchasing and Supply (CIPS) qualified
• Fluent in French and German
Contact Us
Are you ready to make your people your greatest asset?
We’ll help them get there—with you leading the way.
Let’s start with a phone call. No pressure. Just clarity.
Let’s start with a phone call. No pressure. Just clarity.
