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Making management more manageable
Free five-part virtual series for practical skills that are relevant to managers right now
Being a manager has always been tricky
but now more so than ever
Working practices keep on changing and the expectations are ever-increasing.
Often expected to manage others whilst also performing as an individual contributor.
Is the percentage of managers who have more responsibilities than they can effectively manage.[1]
Over a fifth of managers feel like the support that they receive is inadequate.[2]
There is rarely enough support available
Some organisations prepare managers before they become managers, but they are in the minority.
For the majority, it’s a sink-or-swim experience.
It's especially tough for new managers
This free five-part virtual series, hosted by Hatching Ideas Founder and CEO Rebecca Bridger, provides a series of practical skills that are highly relevant to managers right now.
Join us on the last Wednesday of every month
How to start relationships with your direct reports off on the right foot
Having a good relationship with your direct reports makes life as a manager easier. But how do you start off on the right foot? And how close is too close?
Sign up27th September 2023
How to manage effectively when working virtually
Managing someone virtually can lack the connection that an in-person relationship has. Find out how you can ensure meaningful relationships are developed when you're not managing someone face-to-face.
Sign up25th October 2023
How to structure an effective 1:1 meeting
Having regular 1:1 meetings with your direct reports is a must as a manager, but can you ensure your precious time is spent as effectively as possible?
Sign up29th November 2023
How to give a direct report difficult feedback
Giving difficult feedback is often dreaded because of the fear of misunderstanding or creating conflict, but how can you get your message across?
Sign up31st January 2024
How to effectively set goals and priorities
Effectively setting goals and then monitoring progress is vital to performance, but how do you give structure without stifling people?
Sign up28th February 2024- Gartner (2023). Gartner HR Survey Finds 77% of Employees Are Placing Increased Importance on Manager Support: Yet, Managers Have 51% More Responsibilities Than They Can Effectively Manage.
- CIPD. (2023) The importance of people management: Analysis of its impact on employees. London: Chartered Institute of Personnel and Development.