Early Careers: Skills for Success

We’re excited to introduce a brand-new Dale Carnegie programme designed specifically for employers investing in apprentices and graduates.

Clients keep telling us:

“We’re hiring brilliant young people — academically outstanding — but they’re struggling with confidence, communication, and resilience.”

That’s where Early Careers: Skills for Success comes in.

This course helps early talent develop the essential skills that aren’t always taught in classrooms, but are critical for thriving in the workplace.

• Build Confidence – Learn to speak up and share your ideas clearly, even in unfamiliar situations. Recognise your strengths, set ambitious goals, and push yourself beyond your comfort zone—trusting your memory and instincts when it matters most.
• Communicate Effectively – Develop the skills to listen actively, express yourself with clarity, and present ideas confidently. Whether speaking one-on-one or to a group, stay calm under pressure and think on your feet.
• Work Well with People – Connect with others genuinely, build trust across different personalities, and handle disagreements with respect. Learn how to motivate people and create lasting, win-win relationships.
• Manage Stress and Stay Resilient – Discover how to keep stress in check and stay focused when things get tough. Adapt quickly, stay positive, and take smart risks that help you grow.
• Lead and Influence – Step up as a role model, energise those around you, and influence others with passion and purpose. Build confidence in decision-making and help drive positive change.

As an employer you want your teams to be confident, communicative, and resilient — because these skills lead to better collaboration, faster decision-making, and stronger leadership. Investing in people development means building a workforce that’s not only capable, but also adaptable and ready to grow with the business.

Starting out in the workplace is exciting, but it can also be daunting. Apprentices and graduates are often expected to contribute from day one, yet many haven’t had the chance to develop the confidence, communication, and leadership skills that make the difference.

This course bridges that gap – giving your early-career employees the tools to grow into capable, resilient professionals who communicate clearly, build strong relationships, and take initiative from the start.