Guardian Masterclasses - editor's picks
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How to change your life: A masterclass with life coach Fiona BucklandLearn what motivates you and what’s holding you back to make positive changes in your life and realise your true potential -
Becoming an expert and developing a personal brand: An evening class with Charly LesterAdvice on how to build your profile, create a social media strategy and boost your career from award-winning blogger Charly Lester -
History: A journey through London’s pastLearn how London cracked out of its medieval shell, sprawled into the suburbs and blossomed into the biggest metropolis on the face of the earth by the Victorian age
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How to plan your novel and enjoy the writing processLearn how to structure a compelling story at this Masterclass with award-winning author Ed Docx -
The ultimate guide to creating a successful podcastLearn how to improve your production and presentation skills, and make money from your podcast, at this fun seminar with Ben Green, producer of the Guardian’s award-winning Football Weekly podcast
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How to research and write your family historyGet advice on everything from how to research your family history, to how to interview people and create a compelling narrative for readers
Guardian Masterclasses
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Nick Barlay on writing family history: 'Every family tale is both unique and universal'Novelist Nick Barlay shares his advice on everything from research to storytelling following his Guardian Masterclass in writing family history
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Flirting expert Jean Smith leads a Masterclass on how to flirtJean Smith, social and cultural anthropologist, and author of The Flirt Interpreter leads a Masterclass in flirting for subscribers to Guardian Soulmates and members of the public.
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brand new courses
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Create engaging video: A masterclass with video journalist Rob GlassLearn how to produce captivating video content with your iPad or iPhone in this hands-on workshop
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Unleash your creativity through writing poetryFree your imagination and develop your unique voice by writing poetry at this highly practical one-day workshop with performance poet Laura Dockrill
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How to build your own website with SquarespaceLearn how to create your own website or blog, and make it search engine-friendly at this hands-on masterclass
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How to produce a global No 1 hit with Clean BanditJoin Grammy award-winning Clean Bandit for a unique behind-the-scenes masterclass on music and video production
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The beginner's guide to creating a successful blogLearn how to develop your idea for a blog or personal website with award-winning travel blogger Julie Falconer
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How to write better copyLearn how to write commercial copy that’s engaging, effective and – whisper it – sells more stuff
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Advanced data visualisation: A one-day workshopLearn practical strategies to improve the impact of your infographics and drive traffic to your website
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Beginner's guide to social media for businessesA foolproof introduction to online marketing, taught by Edwina Mullins from social media consultancy SocialB
corporate training and partnerships
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About corporate trainingGuardian Masterclasses present a bespoke service which provides innovative tailored training for businesses. We offer mix-and-match courses in a wide range of communication, computing, media, business and marketing skills, held either at the Guardian’s high-spec central London offices, or another location convenient for you, anywhere around the globe
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Get in touch for bespoke training from the GuardianWe offer more than your average training course - our expert faculty will deliver something that is both enjoyable and has real impact
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Exclusive interviews and footage from Guardian Masterclasses courses
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A Masterclass in flirting with social and cultural anthropologist Jean Smith - videoWatch highlights from the masterclass with social and cultural anthropologist Jean Smith.
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An evening with accomplished session drummer Steve Sidelnyk, in partnership with Menabrea - videoAn evening with accomplished session drummer Steve Sidelnyk, in partnership with Menabrea - video
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The secrets of writing great lyrics with Chris Difford, in partnership with Menabrea – videoWatch highlights from the exclusive #MenabreaMaestro Masterclass with Lyricist Chris Difford
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Finding Dory: Highlights from Disney-Pixar preview and behind-the-scenes Masterclass - videoWatch highlights from our preview of Disney-Pixar’s latest animation Finding Dory, the much-awaited sequel to Finding Nemo, plus clips from an exclusive interview with Academy-Award winning director Andrew Stanton
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Mini Masterclass with Jimmy's Iced Coffee part three: Building a brilliant brand – videoMini Masterclass with Jimmy’s Iced Coffee part three: Building a brilliant brand – video
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Mini Masterclass with Jimmy's Iced Coffee part two: Researching your new business – videoJimmy’s Iced Coffee founder Jim Cregan offers tips on everything from getting to know your consumer to researching the competition for your product
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About Masterclasses
The Guardian is proud to announce Masterclasses, an ambitious international programme of face-to-face courses across film, food and drink, gardening, music, photography, technology, writing and other disciplines
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