Leadership Training for First-Time Managers
Who should attend?

Entry-level Managers – First-Time Managers who are transitioning from an individual contributor role to a People Manager role.

Well transitioned FTMs – People Managers who have transitioned well into the role but need further managerial skill development.

Duration
5 Days
Programme Overview

Aside from adapting to a new role with increased responsibilities, new managers must learn to be leaders and explore how to communicate effectively with employees, fellow managers, and senior executives. Learn everything you need to know as a new manager to lead a team effectively, coach with confidence and make better decisions, in this comprehensive course bundle.


Objectives

  • Understanding the Implications of transitioning from an Individual contributor role to a people manager role
  • Applying the fundamental concepts of people management like authority, empathy etc in the new role
  • Developing, supporting and empowering team members to higher performance levels
  • Manage self, pre-empt challenges and manage stakeholders for enhanced productivity

Methodology

Our training is carried out in a risk-free environment which encourages trainees to practice the skills that are taught. We use a number of training methods including simulations with feedback and group exercise to enhance the learning process.

  • Instructor Led Training
  • Role Plays
  • Games and Group Activities
  • Case Studies
  • Movie Clips

Course Outline

Module One - The Mindset of a Leader:

  • Transitioning from team member to team manager
  • Dealing with former peers
  • The characteristics of an effective leader
  • The responsibilities of a manager
  • ‘Thinking like a manager’
Module Two - Managing Up and Managing Down:
  • Managing team members
  • Managing managers
Module Three - Coaching and Development:
  • The importance of coaching and feedback
  • Phases of Coaching
  • Motivation & Coaching
  • Performance dialogues
Module Four - Prioritizing Work:
  • Managing time
  • Prioritizing the To-do list
  • The art of delegation 
Module Five - Building and Managing High-Performance Teams:
  • Understanding team dynamics
  • Bruce Tuckman’s model of team development
  • The role of the leader in each stage



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