
Connection.
Mindset.
Many managers are now leading teams that are geographically dispersed around the world. With few or no opportunities for in-person connection, it can be tough to keep remote teams functional, cohesive and motivated. When there’s no opportunity for emotional connection, meetings can become transactional and projects can stall.
The Covid era created an immediate shift in the way we worked. Overnight, many functions shifted from F2F office environments to exclusively virtual working and communication. Often with no formal training on how to work, influence and communicate via virtual platforms.
And 6 years on, many of us have never fully returned to office working. Whilst some workers have embraced all that virtual working can offer and can use Teams/Zoom like a pro, others struggle to:
Present their ideas with impact on virtual platforms
Influence or network with other functions/teams around the world
Maximize their personal productivity and energy levels
"Organisations that neglect (soft skills) hinder employee growth, diminish team dynamics and potentially limit the organisation’s ability to thrive in a n ever-changing business landscape…"
Mark Scullard, Wiley

According to a recent Wiley Workplace Intelligence report “Soft Skills, Big Impact”, professional development opportunity is said to be one of the top 3 triggers for leaving a company.
Effective communication, high emotional intelligence, adaptability and the ability to participate in cohesive teamwork define the foundation of soft skills which improve workplace cultures and engagement. But only 35% of those surveyed said their organizations offer soft-skills training.

According to a recent Wiley Workplace Intelligence report “Soft Skills, Big Impact”, professional development opportunity is said to be one of the top 3 triggers for leaving a company.
Effective communication, high emotional intelligence, adaptability and the ability to participate in cohesive teamwork define the foundation of soft skills which improve workplace cultures and engagement. But only 35% of those surveyed said their organizations offer soft-skills training.

The ‘Working remotely and thriving’ Bootcamp is a 6 week virtual programme to drive productivity and engagement whilst ‘WFH’. We focus on the skills and tech your teams need to influence, drive impact and thrive in today’s hybrid corporate
culture.
The ‘Working remotely and thriving’ Bootcamp is a multi-modal learning programme developed for B2B marketers, to develop and enhance the soft skills they need for success. It gives your marketers space outside the ‘day job’ to focus on their mindset, their powers of influence and the impact they can create.
Short form video content, engaging and high energy live lectures, discussion groups and coaching help the content stick. Our trainers are experienced marketers who understand the marketing ‘day job’ in addition to the soft skills required to create impact.
The bootcamp runs in weekly, live 60-75 minute sessions over a 6 week period, at a schedule to meet your organisation. Marketers should plan for an additional 1 hour of individual activity each week to support their learning. Maximum 12 learners per cohort. If you’re wondering if this is right for your team, why not sign up 1-2 marketers to a planned Marketing Mindset Bootcamp? These are scheduled 2-3 times per year and open to marketers
from all organisations.
MODULE 1:
In a fast-evolving workplace, your personal success starts with your frame of mind. Explore how to develop a winning
mindset, and maximum ‘bouncebackability’.
MODULE 2:
Learn how to start and finish the day strong when you WFH, avoid procrastination and get important stuff done.
MODULE 3:
Networking in a virtual organization is not
done on the golf course. Learn how to
increase your personal powers of influence
and build a network that enables your success.
MODULE 4:
Avoid the virtual meeting cliches (‘You’re
on mute!). Learn the storytelling principles
and the Teams or Zoom features that will
make your presentations impactful and slick
In the final Coaching Lab, we bring all the
learnings together in a safe space for you to
practice and experiment with the tech. Real-time coaching will give you specific feedback on how you show up virtually
EACH BOOTCAMP PARTICIPANT RECEIVES
Live delivery of 5 x virtual modules delivered via Teams/Zoom
Follow-up live coaching session to embed key learnings
Actionable worksheets for each module/topic
Accountability buddies to support engagement and networking
Small groups - maximum of 12 participants per session to aid coaching and learning

Hi,I'm Catherine Grainger
After years of up-skilling marketing, sales and commercial teams, and driving engagement activities in SME and blue-chip companies, I’ve come to realise that soft skills are anything but ‘soft’. Improving the productivity, the energy and the attitude of teams can have the biggest impact on your culture… plus your ability to attract, retain and develop talent.
C.I.M. qualified marketer, 25 years’ experience in marketing communications, training, development and employee engagement
Engaging and dynamic presenter

Hi,I'm Catherine Grainger
After years of up-skilling marketing, sales and commercial teams, and driving engagement activities in SME and blue-chip companies, I’ve come to realise that soft skills are anything but ‘soft’. Improving the productivity, the energy and the attitude of teams can have the biggest impact on your culture… plus your ability to attract, retain and develop talent.
C.I.M. qualified marketer, 25 years’ experience in marketing communications, training, development and employee engagement
Engaging and dynamic presenter

"Catherine is an excellent instructor – so thankful for her insights, guidance and training"!
Medtronic participant from storytelling training with ‘The Presentation Company’
January 2025

“Catherine did an amazing job! I was engaged throughout and loved the content. Highly recommend and I want more!”
Solventum participant from Choose Consulting virtual training on ‘7 core skills for marketers’ training
December 2024

“The bootcamp helped me to find out the right enablers to activate and execute soft marketing skills that will help me improve very quickly!”
3M Marketing Mindset bootcamp participant
December 2025

“Thank you Catherine. I appreciate you sharing your expertise with our team and creating enduring conversations focussed on topics relevant to a high performing marketing team like ours”
Chris Willis, Vice President of Marketing, Rayner
June 2025
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