Exceeding expectations: A deep dive into training excellence

As 2024 draws to a close and in an era where professional development is crucial, we reflect on the effectiveness of training programmes which can make or break an organisation’s success. Recent feedback data from Dynamis training programmes reveals important insights into what makes training truly impactful. We summarise our findings here. Do Dynamis’ conflict

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Dynamis Training: Partnering for Positive Change in Trinidad and Tobago’s Mental Health Care

In June 2024, Dynamis Training travelled to the Caribbean to serve as trusted adviser and coach to the Ministry of Health in Trinidad and Tobago. Our mission: to improve outcomes for individuals experiencing emotional or psychological disturbances when they interact with public service staff. The collaboration represented a step towards improving approaches to mental health

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Managing conflict in healthcare settings: A guide for health professionals

Conflict is an unfortunate reality that healthcare professionals must navigate daily. Whether you’re running a busy GP practice, managing a clinic, overseeing a pharmacy, or working in primary care, the ability to handle challenging situations effectively is crucial. This post delves into key strategies for managing conflict and ensuring the safety of both staff and

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Improving safety for Lone Workers: Three Considerations For Employers

In the rapidly evolving workplace, the safety of employees – particularly those who work alone – has emerged as a key area of focus. This post, based on a recent Dynamis training session, summarizes three key considerations for workplaces seeking to improve lone worker safety. Risk assessments Why are risk assessments important for lone workers?

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The ‘classroom model’ in conflict management and physical restraint is problematic

A traditional ‘classroom model’, which has been a cornerstone of education for centuries, emphasises learning and performing skills in a neutral setting. In fields like conflict management and physical restraint training, this model may not be the most effective for your people. Here we evaluate some strengths and weaknesses of the classroom model before contrasting

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