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Introduction to People Management

Introduction to People ManagementEleanor Bruce2023-02-23T11:03:22+00:00
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Duration: 2 days (13 hours) 

This workshop is suitable for those who have recently started their first direct line management role. This is a practical workshop and focusses on understanding the role of a people manager in managing workloads amongst the team, the individuals within their team and getting the best out of the team.

  • Objectives

By the end of the course you will be able to:

  • State the key roles and responsibilities of a people manager
  • Use your time effectively to plan and prioritise your own and the work of others for expedient results
  • Set objectives that engage those reporting to you
  • Delegate tasks effectively that motivate the individuals you delegate to
  • Appreciate how to deal with both good and under-performance
  • Adopt the most appropriate leadership style
  • Manage the team through its natural development and through times of change
  • Add value to meetings you attend and chair
  • Content

Roles and Responsibilities

  • Understanding your roles and responsibilities for people management
  • Management vs Leadership
  • Action Centred Leadership

Managing Workloads

  • How to prioritise the management of tasks, the individuals and the team
  • Objective setting – how to set objectives and how to engage individuals in their objectives
  • Practical application on prioritisation and objective setting

Managing Individuals

  • Delegating tasks and work effectively
  • Understanding motivation and how best to motivate individuals
  • Managing performance – the Skill/Will matrix
  • How to manage good performers
  • Dealing with under-performance
  • Goleman’s 6 Leadership styles
  • Choosing the appropriate leadership style for the right person and situation

Managing the Team

  • Understanding team roles and dynamics
  • How to manage the team as it develops
  • Team learning and development
  • Managing teams through times of change
  • Tips and techniques for focused meetings
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