Why First Time Manager

Transitioning from an individual contributor to a team leader is a transformative journey. It’s about more than just a change in title—it’s an opportunity to empower yourself by embracing new responsibilities and challenges. As you step into this leadership role, cultivating a growth mindset and acquiring essential skills become paramount to your success and the success of your team.

Program Overview

• We start by exploring your leadership ideas and learning how to apply various styles effectively. You’ll master three essential leadership actions and the three Cs of leadership, laying a strong foundation for your journey as a First Time Manager (FTM).
• Gain clarity on your new role and responsibilities, with a focus on crucial people skills. Through a personalized self-assessment, you’ll identify your natural preferences for results and relationships, and learn six critical people skills to become an effective FTM.
• In the following sessions, you’ll deepen your understanding of these skills and apply them to your work scenarios. Engaging and reflective games will offer valuable insights for self-improvement and practical application.
• We also highlight common pitfalls, making you aware of nine critical mistakes often made by First Time Managers, helping you avoid them and excel. The workshop wraps up with a lively ‘Leadership Bingo’ game, reinforcing your learning and assisting you in drawing up an action plan in a fun and memorable way.

What will you learn

• Understand personal leadership impact.
• Build trust and acceptance within the team.
• Enhance communication effectiveness.
• Deliver constructive feedback.
• Foster collaboration and active listening.
• Manage conflicts professionally.
• Develop coaching skills.
• Implement performance management techniques.

Training pedagogy

• Assessments to discover ‘self’
• Exercises to reflect
• Interactive games
• Group discussions
• Interactive design
• Role plays

Who all can attend

• Aspiring Leaders (as per Succession Plan or 9-Grid)
• Business / Dept / Functional Heads
• Entrepreneurs and Business Owners
• Project Leaders
• Senior Managers
• First Time Managers

• Yes, participants will receive a Certificate of Participation upon completing the program.

Can This Program Be Customized?

• Yes, the program can be tailored to fit your organization’s specific business needs and the unique requirements of your people.