
Explore how manager behavior shapes engagement, satisfaction, and productivity through key studies. Learn how coaching, communication, and career development drive retention.
Navigate the shift from individual contributor to manager by embracing a new leadership mindset, continuous learning, and delegation, guiding team performance through empathy and open communication.
Understand how objectives and key results translate strategy into measurable outcomes, using initiatives to achieve stretch goals; distinguish OKRs from KPIs and leverage lead and lag indicators.
Identify root causes using fishbone diagrams and Pareto analysis, then apply the five whys to reach the core issue and act at the root cause for sustainable results.
Compare corrective action at the cost level with preventive action at the root cause level, and use five why analysis to address root causes and sustain results.
Welcome to the "First Time Manager" training. This is a comprehensive course designed to prepare you for the transition from an individual contributor to a managerial role. We explore multiple dimensions to becoming an effective manager.
We delve into the characteristics of an effective manager and the intricate process of transitioning to a managerial role. We examine how to smoothly manage this transition and ways to inspire motivation in your team. Additionally, we focus on mastering performance management through the use of OKRs.
Problem-solving approaches, time management techniques, and conflict resolution strategies are explored, providing you with a diverse set of tools to manage any situation that may arise. Finally, we equip you with the knowledge to navigate the dynamic and unpredictable VUCA world, harnessing the power of Industry 4.0 and Generative AI.
This course empowers you with the critical skills and knowledge to step confidently into your first managerial role and guide your team to success.
The course discusses some important topics of interest like:
. Should the manager be an expert
. Manager Vs Leader
. The Pomodoro technique
This course is taught by an industry veteran who has managed large multi cultural teams in MNCs and startups. He is currently the founder of an AI startup and believes in the importance of structured training for first time managers. He brings his vast experiences and unique perspectives, especially the challenges encountered during his transition from an individual contributor to a manager, into this program.