The Growth Academy Dorset

Great Business idea, but lacking in sales? Transform your business and invest in yourself for a successful 2025.
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More Sales = More Profit

What is one new customer worth to you per year?
If you learned how to sell, how many customers do you think you could gain per month?

In today’s competitive business landscape, the ability to sell effectively is more crucial than ever. Whether you’re a freelancer, a small business owner, or a corporate professional, your success hinges on your ability to persuade and influence others. That’s where our online Skills Bootcamp in Sales comes in, once a week for 16 weeks. 

FREE for self employed and job seekers

Partially funded opportunities for PAYE. Must have proof of self employment.

Fully Accredited

Level 3/4 certificate for each module fully endorsed by Institute of Sales Management.

Complete for 2025

Structured online learning and tutor support throughout for a successful 2025.

Enhance your Earnings

Our Skills Bootcamp equips you with certified sales techniques to help increase revenue and profitability.

Boost Business Growth

Learn strategies to attract and retain more customers and expand your business operations with fellow peers.

Tailored to needs

Dedicate 4 hours a week for 15 weeks online to assist you to take on more clients or find your ideal role in the sales sector.

Ongoing Support

We support you after the Skills Bootcamp is completed, helping you grow your transferable skills into real-world scenarios.

Nurture your inner Sales Superstar

In today’s competitive business landscape, the ability to sell effectively is more crucial than ever. Whether you’re a freelancer, a small business owner, or a corporate professional, your success hinges on your ability to persuade and influence others. That’s where our online Skills Bootcamp in Sales comes in, once a week for 16 weeks. 

Core Sales Skills

The Psychology of selling: Motivation; Consultative Sales; Negotiating and closing the sale.

Winning Complex Sales

Learn to use new ideas and skills to make sales interactions more effective.

Negotiation Skills

The art of option and compromise. Know when to negotiate and when to use alternatives – and how to trade, not concede.

Communication, Customer Service and Satisfaction

This focuses on team dynamics, conflict resolution, delegation, planning and collaboration. Delivering excellent customer service, effective communication, and handling difficult customers, resulting in an environment that creates loyalty.

Business Development

Equip yourself with practical strategies and tools to expand your customer base and increase revenue. Learn the most effective ways to sell via cold calling, leveraging social media, door knocking, letter writing and email marketing.

Sales Strategy Development

Develop confidence in translating sales target into sales. Sales planning daily, weekly and monthly.

Sales Account Management

Develop a review process which focusses on growing clients.

AI and Technology to Boost Sales

Learn how to stop wasting time on social media and generate leads and how to find, engage and convert your ideal customer.

Why Register?

The art of selling is an invaluable skill that can open doors to countless opportunities. Don’t miss out on this chance to learn, grow, and succeed.

By signing up for our Skills Bootcamp, you’re not just investing in your professional growth; you’re also joining a vibrant community of like-minded individuals who are committed to achieving their business goals. You’ll have the opportunity to network, collaborate, and learn from your peers, which can be invaluable in your journey to sales mastery.

Richard Palmer

Lead Sales Trainer

As an accomplished Sales Director and Trainer, I bring a wealth of experience in the professional training and coaching industry. My expertise in negotiation, business planning, coaching, sales, and entrepreneurship enables me to boost your understanding of successful sales.

The Skills Bootcamp is a tailored training programme, founded on coaching rather than presentation, that addresses the unique challenges salespeople face with clients. With over 33 years in sales, I empathise always with delegates, understanding their market and challenges.

We look forward to welcoming you to our Skills Bootcamp and helping you achieve your sales goals. Let’s conquer the world of sales together!

This is a 16-week course with 60 hours of learning total, leading to a level 3 qualification with the Institute of Sales Management.

Am I eligible?

For this Skills Bootcamp, you are required to be self-employed or under PAYE. No previous knowledge is required.

You must be over the age of 19 to be eligible (born before 31 July 2005).

All modules are min Level 3 and certificated. You will learn:

  • Winning complex sales
  • Negotiation skills
  • Communication and teamwork skills
  • Customer service and satisfaction
  • Sales strategy and development
  • Sales account management

The course will also provide the following skills and attitude learning:

  • Personal development in the context of the wider business and how their role relates to other roles in the business.
  • Logical and creative thinking skills
  • The ability to interact effectively and professionally with a range of different types of customer
  • Ability to think analytically and to solve problems
  • Ability to work independently and to take responsibility
  • Ability to work with a range of internal and external people
  • Ability to communicate effectively in a variety of situations
  • Ability to operate in a secure manner
  • Can use own initiative
  • A thorough and organised approach
  • Maintain productive, professional and secure working environment

You’ll need a laptop/desktop with a camera, microphone, and reliable internet.

Upon successful completion of the Skills Bootcamp, you will receive a certificate. There are further business support resources locally via the Business Growth Dorset website and nationally via the Business Growth Service website.

If you are self employed you do not need to pay.

If you wish to upskill your own teams, as a business you will contribute a portion of funding (10% for SMEs, 30% for large employers), while the Department for Education covers the rest.

DORSET SALES SKILLS BOOTCAMP DATES
 
0915-1315Friday31/10/2025AM in person Dorset venue TBA
0900-1315Friday07/11/2025AM
0900-1315Friday14/11/2025AM
0900-1315Friday21/11/2025AM
0900-1315Friday28/11/2025AM
0900-1315Friday05/12/2025AM
0900-1315Friday12/12/2025AM
0900-1315Friday19/12/2025AM
0900-1315Friday09/01/2026AM
0900-1315Friday16/01/2026AM
0900-1315Friday23/01/2026AM
0900-1315Friday30/01/2026AM
0900-1315Friday06/02/2026AM
0900-1315Friday13/02/2026AM
0900-1315Friday20/02/2026AM
0900-1315Friday27/02/2026AM in person Dorset venue TBA

What is a Skills Bootcamp?

Skills Bootcamps are free, flexible courses of up to 16 weeks, giving people the opportunity to build up sector-specific skills and fast-track to an interview with an employer.

Our Skills Bootcamp is a comprehensive, funded program that provides you with the tools, strategies, and insights you need to take your sales skills to the next level. We believe that everyone has the potential to become a sales superstar, and our goal is to help you unlock that potential.

Our mission is to help you master the art of sales and sales techniques, the cornerstone of any successful business venture.