The I.T. Trainer

07/09/2026

Summer holidays are now over -time to get your team back up to speed!

As staff return from their Summer breaks, September is a great time to refresh skills, improve productivity and make sure everyone is getting the most from the technology they use every day.

The IT Trainer can deliver practical, interactive and tailored IT training sessions covering:
✅ Microsoft Excel, Word, PowerPoint and Outlook
✅ Microsoft Teams, OneDrive and SharePoint
✅ Planner, Forms and other Microsoft 365 apps
✅ Microsoft Copilot and AI in the workplace
✅ ChatGPT and practical AI skills
✅ Bespoke sessions designed around your own business needs.

Training can be delivered in-person, via Microsoft Teams, or as a hybrid session - ideal if your staff are working across different offices or from home.

Sessions can be arranged for complete beginners, experienced users who need a refresher, or teams wanting to discover more efficient ways of working.

📅 September and Autumn training dates are now available.
If you'd like to discuss a training session for your team, please get in touch. Call Andy Hogg on 07785 536261 or email [email protected].

www.the-it-trainer.co.uk

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27/08/2026

Hybrid IT Training – The Best of Both Worlds!

Need IT training that works for everyone, wherever they're based? We can deliver hybrid training sessions, with some delegates attending in person and others joining live via Microsoft Teams.

It's a flexible option for organisations with:
🔹Staff who work across different sites
🔹Staff who work from home
🔹Teams spread across different locations but require the same training
🔹People who can't all attend the same venue.

Everyone joins the same live, interactive session, with opportunities to ask questions, follow demonstrations and take part throughout.

Training can be tailored around your organisation and can cover topics including:
✅ Excel and Outlook
✅ Word and PowerPoint
✅ Microsoft Teams
✅ SharePoint and OneDrive
✅ Planner and Project
✅ Microsoft 365
✅ ChatGPT and Copilot - AI in the Workplace.

Whether your team is in the training room, or joing through Teams, the result is the same – practical, engaging training that people can put into use straight away.

Give me a call on 07785 536261 or email [email protected] to discuss how a hybrid IT training session could work for your organisation.

www.the-it-trainer.co.uk

24/08/2026

What AI challenges or opportunities is your organisation currently exploring?

AI is changing the way we work, but success isn't just about having the tools - it's about knowing how to use them effectively.

At The IT Trainer, we've been helping organisations understand how Microsoft Copilot, ChatGPT and Microsoft 365 can work together to save time, improve productivity and reduce repetitive tasks.

From creating documents and analysing data to managing emails and meetings, AI can support employees across every department.

The organisations seeing the greatest benefits are those investing in the right skills training to stay up to date with the ever-changing technology.

Give Andy Hogg a call on 07785 536261 or email [email protected] to find out more about about how to use AI in the Workplace.

https://the-it-trainer.co.uk/training-topics/copilot/

21/08/2026

Practical IT Project Management Support for Your Business:

Hi - Andy Hogg here. I’m pleased to introduce a new service from The IT Trainer, designed to help small and medium-sized businesses get better value from their Microsoft systems and IT suppliers.

With 42 years of experience in IT, I can provide independent, practical support with:
🔹Reviewing your current IT systems and procedures
🔹Liaising with external IT suppliers on your behalf
🔹Managing Microsoft-related IT projects
🔹Identifying ways to improve efficiency and reduce unnecessary costs
🔹Explaining technical matters clearly, without jargon.

The service can be tailored to suit your business, with several flexible options available:
🔹One-off project support for a specific Microsoft or IT-related project
🔹IT review and recommendations to assess your current systems, suppliers and procedures
🔹Monthly retainer support for ongoing advice, supplier liaison and project oversight
🔹Short-term interim support during periods of change, staff absence or business growth
🔹Supplier review and tender support to help compare proposals and ensure you are receiving the right service and value
🔹Ad-hoc consultancy when you need independent guidance without committing to an ongoing arrangement.

This is not a large consultancy service with Corporate IT Company style fees. Our pricing is realistic, transparent and designed with SMEs in mind, so you can access experienced IT management support without the cost of employing a full-time IT Manager or engaging a major consultancy firm.

My approach is straightforward, friendly and independent, with the aim of making Microsoft technology work more efficiently and cost-effectively for your organisation.

Please call me on 07785 536261 or email [email protected], drop me a message on here, or comment on this post if you would like an informal conversation about the most suitable option for your business.

Thanks, Andy.

the-it-trainer.co.uk/2026/08/02/microsoft-project-management-for-smes/

18/08/2026

Microsoft 365 can make a real difference to the day-to-day running of healthcare administration.

From reducing email traffic with Teams, managing appointments with Bookings, tracking actions with Planner, controlling documents through SharePoint, to making better use of Outlook, Word and Excel. There are plenty of tools already available within Microsoft 365 that can save time and improve organisation.

Also, with Copilot and ChatGPT, AI can add another layer of support to everyday administrative tasks.

The key is knowing which tools to use, when to use them, and how to get the best from them.

Get in touch, to find out how we can help you increase your efficiency with Microsoft 365.

📞 0114 404 0160
📩 [email protected]
🌐 Visit: www.the-it-trainer.co.uk

17/08/2026

Hi everybody!

Andy Hogg is taking part in the AJ Bell Great North Run on Sunday 13th September 2026, raising funds for the Northern Counties Kidney Research Fund.

If you are able to donate, that would be great, link below - thanks a million! 🙏

I'm Pretending Not To Be 65 .... I was in my 30's when I last ran one of these, and encouarged by my friend and neighbour Steve Bell, who has personal reasons for taking part, we are giving this a go.

30/07/2026

‼️‼️ 📢 DATE CHANGE – THE LEVI MORRIS GOLF DAY ⛳ ‼️‼️
We’ve made the decision to move The Levi Morris Golf Day ⛳️

📅 NEW DATE: Friday 25th September 2026
📍 Northcliffe Golf Club
⛳ Tee-off from 9.20am

The original date falls right in the middle of the summer holiday season, and unfortunately we haven’t had enough team entries to make the day the event we want it to be.

Rather than push ahead, we’ve decided to move the date and give everyone more time to organise a team, get friends and colleagues involved, and enjoy what promises to be a fantastic day of golf and fundraising.

🙏 Thank you so much to everyone who has already supported Levi and shown interest by registering a team. We really appreciate it and hope the new date makes it easier for even more people to join us.

🏌️ Teams of 4 – £250
🎁 Welcome goodies
⛳ On-course challenges
🏆 Prize table
🎟️ Raffle
🍽️ Food before & after play

💙 Supporting Levi’s incredible journey in Taekwondo.

SAVE THE NEW DATE – FRIDAY 25TH SEPTEMBER 2026!
To enter a team or discuss sponsorship opportunities, contact Andy:

📞 07785 536261
📧 [email protected]

TAG your golf buddies, SHARE this post and help us spread the word! 🙌⛳ Thank you!