Overview

Taking ownership of your career development starts with knowing how to have effective conversations with your manager.

Let’s Talk Talent’s career conversations workshop for employees gives you the confidence and practical skills to discuss your aspirations, explore opportunities and advocate for your professional growth.

This interactive session teaches you how to structure informed career discussions that lead to meaningful outcomes.

You’ll learn practical techniques to prepare for career conversations, articulate your goals clearly, and build the confidence to initiate these discussions.

Key Topics Covered

• Structuring effective career conversations with your manager
• Preparing thoroughly for career discussions using practical frameworks
• Articulating your aspirations and development needs clearly
• Understanding how to explore opportunities within your organisation
• Building confidence to initiate career conversations proactively

Learning Outcomes

By the end of the workshop, participants will be able to:

• Prepare structured, well-informed career conversations
• Articulate your career goals and aspirations with clarity
• Ask effective questions that uncover development opportunities
• Create action plans following career discussions
• Approach career conversations with increased confidence

Workshop Benefits

• Practical tools you can apply in your next career conversation
• Virtual or in-person delivery options for maximum accessibility
• Real-world scenarios and practice opportunities
• Confidence-building techniques for initiating difficult discussions
• Templates and frameworks for career planning

Audience

This workshop is ideal for:

• Individuals seeking guidance on career conversations with managers
• Employees planning career moves or progression
• People wanting to take ownership of their development
• HR professionals supporting employee career development

Price & Logistics

• Fee: From £750 + VAT per session (virtual delivery), £900 + VAT when delivered in-person
• Delivery: 90-minute interactive session, available virtually or in-person
• Group size: Optimised for up to 10 participants
• How to book: Complete the ‘Book your workshop’ form on this page

Facilitator Credentials

Delivered by Let’s Talk Talent’s career development specialists, who understand that many employees find career conversations challenging or uncomfortable.

Our facilitators have coached countless individuals to advocate effectively for their development while maintaining positive relationships with their managers.

They provide practical, confidence-building techniques that help you take control of your career progression through clear, professional conversations that demonstrate ambition without appearing entitled or demanding.