New Manager Training
Stepping into management for the first time is one of the biggest transitions in a career. The expectations change overnight. You’re no longer responsible just for your own work - you’re responsible for other people’s performance, engagement and results.
Without the right support, new managers often struggle with confidence, delegation, difficult conversations and managing former peers.
Our practical, instructor-led training helps new managers build credibility, influence and leadership confidence from the start.
Why becoming a manager feels harder than expected
Becoming a manager isn’t just a promotion. It’s an identity shift.
New managers commonly experience:
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Self-doubt or imposter syndrome
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Difficulty managing former peers
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Reluctance to delegate
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Avoidance of difficult feedback conversations
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Pressure from senior leaders without clear guidance
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Balancing delivery with people leadership
Left unsupported, this transition can lead to inconsistency, stress and underperformance - for both the manager and their team.
Practical training for real-world leadership challenges
Our leadership programmes focus on the everyday realities new managers face.
Sessions are practical, scenario-based and designed to be immediately applicable back in the workplace.
Introduction to Management
Build a strong foundation in core management responsibilities, delegation and team leadership.
Personal Impact
Develop confidence, presence and credibility in your new leadership role.
Handling Challenging Conversations
Learn how to give feedback, address performance issues and navigate difficult discussions with confidence.
Influencing without Authority
Lead peers and stakeholders effectively - even when formal authority isn’t enough.
Coaching for Performance
Learn how to structure effective coaching conversations that build capability, confidence and ownership within your team.
Building and Leading Effective Teams
Strengthen delegation, collaboration and team performance from the outset.
Building confident new managers across your organisation
Supporting managers early in their leadership journey improves consistency, engagement and team performance.
Our new manager training can be delivered:
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As standalone workshops
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As structured development programmes
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Tailored to your organisation’s leadership expectations
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Virtually or onsite across the UK
We work with HR and L&D teams to design practical development pathways that strengthen management capability at scale.
Insights and tools for new managers:
Articles
Practical guidance addressing the real challenges new managers face in their first leadership role.
Every New Manager Feels Like a Fraud - Here’s How to Stop It Taking Over
Why imposter syndrome is common in first-time managers - and practical ways to quiet self-doubt.
What Great People Managers Do Differently When the Pressure’s On
The habits great managers use to stay calm, read the room and handle pressure effectively.
How to Lead When You’re Not the Boss (and Why It Matters More Than You Think)
Four practical ways to build influence and leadership credibility - even without a management title.
Managing a Project for the First Time (When It’s Not Your Day Job)
A practical guide to structuring and leading your first project - even when it’s not your day job.
Tools
Interactive tools designed to build self-awareness and strengthen your leadership approach.
Communication Style Quiz: How Do You Come Across At Work?
Understand how your communication style impacts others - and how to adapt it as you step into management.
Ready to support your new managers?
Whether you’re stepping into management yourself or developing new leaders across your organisation, we can help you choose the right training pathway.
