Communication Program
for New Managers
Congratulations!
This is an exciting time in your career, but make no mistake: you’re going to hit some bumps in the road, and communication WILL BE one of your biggest challenges. This three-day immersion program prepares you to communicate like an inspirational leader right away and avoid some of the common traps that stress out most new managers. You’ll discover techniques to earn the trust of your employees and the respect of your boss, all while figuring out how to exercise your new authority and come across like you actually know what you’re doing.
Learning Objectives
Shift your mindset as you transition from being an ‘Expert’ to a ‘Leader of Experts’
Develop simple communication routines that make you visible and accessible
Communicate effectively up, down, and across the organization
Establish credibility while building rapport with your employees
Project confidence and ownership in your role
Get consensus and cooperation from the people who used to be your peers
Set clear goals and expectations to encourage productivity
Handle negativity, grumbling, and conflict like a pro
Conduct fruitful performance conversations
Become naturally influential in all your dealings
Program Format
The program is full immersion, which means you don’t just learn concepts – you practice them as we go, with live coaching from Geoff and your peers. After the 3-day workshop, you’ll receive a private coaching session via web conference.
Structure
Over the three days, you’ll have time to learn and refine your skills in the following types of communications:
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Day-to-day emails, memos, and other written messages
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Proposals and recommendations to your boss
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Presentations to senior executives
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Face-to-face meetings with employees
Content
The program is based on Geoff’s Three Elements of Influential Communication©: Trust, Logic, and Passion. These three ingredients are a formula for you to be clear, concise, and influential in your new role.
Included in your program
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Private coaching session with Geoff
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Monthly newsletter with tips and reminders
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Copy of Geoff’s book - Buried Alive
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3-day live workshop with Geoff
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All materials and handouts
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Feedback from Geoff on your communication style
This workshop is for you if...
…you’ve recently started managing people: Team leaders, supervisors, shift managers, junior managers, project leaders, project managers, process managers, etc. You’ll get more out of the program if you’ve been on the job for a few weeks or months; however, you’re welcome to attend even if you’re getting ready to make the jump.
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Details
Timing
Location
Capacity
The sessions begin at 8:30 a.m. and end at 4:00 p.m.
The workshops will be delivered onsite at your office.
The coaching session will take place via the Zoom web conferencing platform.
This event is limited to 12 people.