Managing people is a very rewarding role with lots of skills to master and it often feels like you are spinning lots of plates but it is also a very rewarding role. Taking the time to build a solid foundation is essential in your management career. Having a strong knowledge base helps you to explore the type of manager you want to be, and this session will help you kick start your very own management journey.

Many people don’t realise just how much skill a talented manager uses when they communicate. It’s not just about communication with your team but every key person you interact with colleagues and customers alike. In the workplace, developing high level communication skills will enable you to interact more effectively through verbal, non-verbal and written communication methods.

People can be powerful especially when the right management behaviours enable them to thrive in their role. Understanding how your team tick is your superpower and will help you develop an effective team. The key to unlocking high performance and productivity is having a team who are enthusiastic and feel motivated and empowered.

As a manager you play a crucial role in supporting your team to meet objectives and deliver results. By developing effective performance management you will improve productivity, foster professional growth, and guide development, ensuring team members are supported in achieving their goals and reaching full potential.

From time to time all managers will face conversations which they anticipate will be difficult. Many of us find these conversations daunting and quite often we will delay taking action in the hopes that the issue will be resolved without our intervention. But this is rarely the case. It is far better to tackle problems at an early stage as this can help to nip problems in the bud. By adopting the right approach, preparing carefully and developing the right skills, you will be able maximise your ability to handle the conversation effectively.