Word Smiths' SR workshops get great feedback and are fantastic value.
Jane Smith's audio book 'Speed Reading for Success' is currently Amazon's no. 1 speed reading title.
Get more productive and more inspired!
Mind Mapping from Word Smiths will transform the way you work and think.
Make sure that your written communications really get your message across.
The keynotes of our highly-praised courses are simple, clear language, logical structure, good grammar and correct spelling.
Good grammar is an essential element of effective writing.
Our Grammar on the Rocks™ training event is a vital tool for any organisation that needs to ensure that its external and internal documents are clear and grammatically correct.
Hang onto the essential information that you've invested money and time in acquiring.
Learn powerful, simple techniques to improve knowledge retention and understanding.
Our main core business.
The quality of the training courses and events we design is underwritten by 15 years' experience and evidenced by many testimonials.
In-company courses and workshops delivered by experts.
And our low admin costs ensure great value!
Gathering, analysing, absorbing, remembering and communicating information are essential skills in this time of increasing work pressure and information overload.
Our courses make it easy and fun to learn – whether you are new to the topic or would like to boost your skills.
Word Smiths audio books - Memory and Learning for Success, Speed Reading for Success, Coaching and Mentoring for Success. On this page you can download pdf brochures about each title and buy direct from us (with competitive discounts for multiple purchases).
New - you can now download Word Smiths audio books direct from this website. Save between 15% and 20% off the price of the physical product - more if you select one of our great-value combination packages.
Free e-books from Word Smiths on speed reading, mind mapping, decision making, and how to use plain English to improve the effectiveness of your business communications.
Other Word Smiths publications and books written by Jane Smith.
Our audio book Coaching and Mentoring for Success provides you with all the knowledge and understanding you need to be a truly effective workplace coach or mentor.
Good business communication isn't just about words.
We understand the vital role of good print design and appropriate visual impact.
Effective web sites, PowerPoint presentations and on-screen learning interactions.
Great copy that communicates and persuades.
Let us fine-tune your business communications so that they really hit the spot.
Profiles and partnership information
We have experience of working in many sectors and for many different types of client.
These are some of the many clients who have found that the Word Smiths partnership is responsive, creative and reliable.
Hire (data projector, laptops, mini PA system).
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As well as the in-house workshops we hold for organisations at their own premises for their own staff, we also run a limited number of full-day open courses. At these great-value events, we deliver the same content for individuals, or organisations who have a small number of people who want to attend.
Please contact us for venue details for each of these events.
Word Smiths open workshops are held in Bristol, Swindon and Reading.
The delegate rate of £325 (ex VAT) includes course pack, lunch and refreshments. To book or enquire, please complete the contact form below.
We offer a 10% discount on multiple bookings (two or more delegates or two or more courses). We also have reduced rates for students and private individuals paying for themselves.
Full details of all Word Smiths courses are in our 2010 course brochure (1.8MB pdf).
We also run these courses as in-company events
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our open courses are designed and presented by Jane Smith, who has many
years' experience of running similar courses for public and private sector
organisations and academic institutions. Jane is also the author of several
books on a wide range of management and personal development topics, including
Mind Mapping and Speed Reading.
"Excellent course. Highly recommended. Professional, knowledgeable and informative."
"Fantastic day! Handouts great. Nice to have something to refer back to."
"Well prepared, made to feel comfortable and a ‘safe’ learning environment created. Good presentation, well judged. I don’t think it’s an exaggeration to say that your course formed a defining moment in my life."
"Just to say a massive thanks to Jane for Monday - I found the day really useful!"
"Great to find that my reading speed increased by fourfold in just a few hours - in such an enjoyable day."
"Practical, punchy."
"Very effective techniques that have inspired me to learn Mind Mapping."
"Well balanced between imagination and information, thoroughly enjoyable."
"This course has helped me to achieving my goals."
"Jane's enthusiasm came across and kept my attention throughout."
"A very effective, well-led workshop."
"Can't wait to get started on a new way of working!"
"This is one course I don't need the report to know what people felt, so many of them have been talking about it over the last few days with so many positive comments."