The IMA Interim Induction workshop launches on 25th October

The Interim Hub is pleased to announce the launch of the new IMA Interim Induction workshops on October 25th 2011. The only professional training programme for new interims that is endorsed and approved by the Interim Management Association, the Interim Induction workshop covers a full day and is designed for those who are:

  • Considering a career in interim management
  • Returning to the interim market from permanent employment
  • Committed to interim management and looking for the fastest route to success

The workshop is presented by Simon Berry. Simon has operated as a consultant and interim manager for the past fifteen years and has personally coached and run workshops for over 2000 interim managers to help them kick start their careers in interim management.

"I would recommend to anyone seriously thinking of Interim Management as a new career investing some time and money with Simon. We all can benefit from coaching and mentoring. It’s all about finding the right coach!" says Stephen Price, interim CEO and past workshop delegate.

The workshop topics include:

  • What is interim management? It’s important to be able to differentiate yourself in the marketplace from consultants, freelancers and contractors
  • What is the state of the market? The latest market statistics on interim management usage
  • What do clients look for in an interim? What qualities do you need to succeed?
  • The interim market and where you fit in. Knowing your market enables you to define your place in it, and this is essential for an interim manager. Clients generally like to work with specialists in key areas, so make sure you know where you shine and clearly set this out in your value proposition.
  • Getting your CV right. Don’t undersell yourself with an ineffective CV. Interim management is a highly competitive business and it is essential that your CV sets you apart from the crowd.
  • Marketing yourself and your product. A good product poorly marketed will not sell. Understand the essential points of self-marketing when working as an interim (covered in more detail in our self-marketing workshop for interims).
  • Working with interim providers. These are specialist recruitment agencies that place interims in work, and are a key route to market, especially in certain sectors. Make sure you find the right interim provider for you. Many of the leading providers are members of the Interim Management Association.
  • Effective networking (online and offline). A large proportion of interim assignments are won through the interim’s own personal network. Find out how to focus your networking to win assignments and grow your business.
  • The business meeting. Improve your approach to business meetings and win more assignments as a result.
  • Setting up and running your own limited company. Operating through your own limited company looks professional to clients and providers, and guarantees absolute compliance for interim managers. Make sure your company affairs are run smoothly so you can concentrate on winning and delivering on your assignments.

The workshop covers a full day, and lunch and refreshments are included. The workshop numbers are kept low to aid personal development, and discussion and participation form an integral part of the day.

Dates for 2011 and all booking details can be found at the Interim Management Association website , or via the Interim Hub.