Management Essentials – Developing Middle/Junior Managers

Embark on a transformative journey addressing the specific challenges encountered by middle and junior managers in our Management Development Workshop. Designed to enhance strategic thinking, effective communication, and decision-making skills, this workshop provides a dynamic platform for professional growth. Engage in interactive sessions, case studies, and collaborative exercises to equip managers with the tools they need to navigate complex challenges and lead with confidence. Join us in fostering a culture of continuous learning and leadership excellence at the middle managerial level.

This workshop is ideal for Middle/Junior Managers or individuals aspiring to transition into management roles, offering a hands-on guide to develop the necessary managerial skills for success in any environment, equipping participants to excel in management responsibilities, foster team skills and emotions, and make a meaningful impact on both colleagues and business objectives.

Attendees will gain a comprehensive understanding of essential managerial skills through the workshop, specifically focusing on leadership and team development. The session aims to equip participants with practical, hands-on guidance, fostering their ability to excel in management responsibilities. Key objectives include providing tools for effective team skill and emotion development, enabling attendees to make a substantial impact on both their colleagues and business objectives. By the end of the workshop, participants should have acquired the skills needed to navigate various professional environments successfully and effectively contribute to the growth and success of their teams and organizations.

This workshop will not be recorded. 

Meet Your Trainers

Clare Davis

From finding finance solutions to writing board-level recommendations, Clare has enjoyed working with SME's across a variety of sectors for over 15 years. Stemming from a background in retail banking, she was a Bank Manager with business lending responsibilities for 7 years. Clare is experienced in working with SME’s from young to mature, from small to large and all the highs and lows in between. Clare has a very good understanding of senior-level people management having managed Operational staff and Managers in succession across two retail banking branches.

Jane Duffy

Jane has had an exciting 3 years working at the Growth Company, contributing her skills and passion for fostering growth, helping businesses thrive and individuals excel.
In the capacity as a Workforce Development Specialist, we play a key part in assisting organisations to cultivate a vibrant and inclusive culture. This involves implementing innovative and diverse approaches to recruiting and onboarding. Beyond the initial phase, our focus shifts to retaining these talented individuals by establishing effective tools for learning and development. We also emphasise the importance of a structured framework that encourages positive communication and feedback between management and employees. The goal is to foster an environment that promotes excellent performance and job satisfaction across the board.
Previously Jane has loved working in financial services as a people manager, having looked after teams of up to 50 over a 20-year period. Leveraging expertise in coaching, sales, service, performance management, training, and HR.

People Power Series  

Delivered by the GM Business Growth Hub Workforce Development Team, this series of webinars will give insight, inspiration, and direction to ignite the power of your people. Open to all Greater Manchester’s businesses, it’s a not to be missed series about powering up your business from top to bottom. These workshops can be attended as standalone sessions, but the greatest value is gained from attending the series.

23rd January - Recruitment and Onboarding – Getting it Right First Time
6th February - Employee Engagement in the Workplace
13th February - People and Performance Management

As this workshop is fully-funded, businesses are subject to funders' eligibility criteria. If your place is confirmed, you will receive an email from us with further details.

Greater Manchester Clients Only
Micro business, small and medium-sized enterprise, or large business with a workforce employed.
Social enterprises where these engage in economic activity.

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