Here at JD Training we really do understand the challenges faced by small businesses. Are you are reviewing an existing partnership and looking at ways to make it work better? You may be setting up a new partnership and require, well thought out foundations to build on. The service we offer gives a solid, clear and practical way forward to your needs.

Some Partnerships have been formed from a personal relationship such as a friend, partner or a relation. The bond that brought you together can often bring complications also. It may be more difficult to challenge partners who are more dominant by nature. A close working relationship can sometimes unknowingly undermine the professionalism of the partner leading to frustration and a lack of confidence.

It is vital for the development of the business to periodically review the partnership and we can help you with this process by looking at its achievements, addressing past and future issues, building on relationships and allowing the freedom of genuine dialogue. Absolute clarity on roles & responsibilities, levels of commitment and performance measures are important foundations to any partnership success.

Partnerships that find themselves frustrated with disputes or tension over achieving objectives, methods and hidden agendas may feel a heightened sense of uncertainty and mistrust. Radical action may be required to regain confidence and commitment and to refocus on that shared vision of the business.

Part of JD's supportive service is to help you anticipate issues as well as helping develop a more robust and successful partnership.

Below are some of the modules we deliver to help the new or established partnerships

• ADDED VALUE TO PARTNERSHIPS   Focusing on clear objectives and concentrating on the mutual strengths of the individuals working together as a team. Sharing leadership and accountability, promoting understanding and respect of the other partner’s contribution. Knock off the blame culture, fix it together.  

• DEVELOPING PARTNERSHIP AGREEMENTS   Aims & Objectives and looking at the purpose of the partnership. Its strategy on how will goals become actioned. The Decision process taken within the partnership should be mutually agreed beforehand setting out ground rules as guiding principles. We can help, guide and advice on the initial principles of the agreement, acting as an independent body.  

• GOOD PARTNER COMMUNICATIONS   Building a robust relationship with your partner(s) can lead to trust, motivation, effective working practices and better results through collaboration. Our full day module helps harness energies to achieve more.  

• DISPUTE RESOLUTION   Conflict in partnerships is sometimes inevitable. As partners we might share the same common vision but we all have different personalities, various methods of working and encounter situations that may clash or develop into an issue. Here at JD Training we understand business issues and the impact conflict can have on you and the business. Our mediation service can be a useful tool to address such matters quickly and effectively. Confidentiality is paramount to the Mediation process.
  

You may need to consider some other important factors, depending on the nature and needs of the Partnership, such as legal structure, partner liabilities, consultation arrangements, etc.

Contact the JD Training Team for friendly support, help and advice.
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