Leadership Training & Management Courses for New Managers

So often people are promoted into management roles because of their demonstration of competence, their ability to hit targets or to deliver projects. However ‘doing the doing’ is one thing but being the person who is managing the people who are ‘doing the doing’ requires an entirely different skill set that can leave new managers feeling confused and uncertain.

That’s where our ‘Step-into-Management’ Program provides managers with the appropriate training, support and challenge, equipping them with the skills to really excel at building successful teams.

After a detailed one to one diagnostic, delegates join the cohort for a series of practical workshops and commit to completing on-site projects in the workplace to embed the learning from each session.

Our ‘Step-into-Management’ Program is led and delivered by Paul Reynolds and Lily Newman, and covers topics such as communication skills, time management, effective delegation and much more. Spanning over 8 months, this programme is a fantastic way to build a new manager’s confidence, increase awareness of what it takes to be a good manager and how to implement these learned skills into your business.

The programme is adapted to support each delegate’s needs and goals, ensuring that every manager finishes the course with clear direction and confidence in their ability to lead.

This 8-month course will help managers develop their skills in:

How to ‘plan for success’: ensuring that you take the time to understand your people and get the best out of them

Using the ‘triangle of success’: bring the best of your skills and attributes to the role

Managing your time effectively: Increased responsibilities can lead to disorder and chaos: we’ll help you to develop the skills that enable you to fulfil your own objectives & ensure that your team delivers high performance too.

Becoming a team coach: Become a team advocate and reduce your preference for ‘doing the doing’

Managing difficult conversations: Connect people to their purpose and find their own motivation.

Increasing creativity: Develop your problem-solving skills whilst engaging, aligning and empowering your people

We have delivered management and leadership training and development programmes to thousands of people working in everything from Start Ups to high growth SMEs, charities and international companies. As leaders in our field we recognise the importance of Warren Bennis’ reflection and love helping managers to grow their skillset and their agility.

1st

Individual diagnostic session

The outcome of this session will give us a detailed understanding of each delegate's needs and set the scene for the rest of the programme.

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2nd

Prime yourself for success in management

Triangle and success - knowledge, skills and attitude. Experiment with attitude control.

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3rd

Managing change, innovation and creativity

Achieve a creative mindset and greater focu on managing ourselves.

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4th

Value building performance

Greater awareness of your communication style and an ability to influence teams more effectively.

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5th

One to one coaching session

Coaching to address individual issues and drive progress. To review progress with attitude control and relationship plans.

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6th

Understanding difference & flexible management

To increase understanding of another personality types and explore how can you use that understanding for the benefit of team performance.

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Leading teams to success

Greater awareness of the importance of empowering others, and improved coaching skills.

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8th

Coaching skills and motivation

Problem analysis and decision making how to make better decisions more of the time.

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Final sessions review and graduation

Reporting back on progress and outcomes. Commitments to continue our progress.

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You will never get a ‘cookie-cutter’ course from us. At Morgan James Consulting, we will always find out exactly what issues you are facing and make sure we create a tailored and bespoke programme just for you.

We are incredibly proud to work with a global network of experts in a wide range of fields. Every expert has been handpicked by us to ensure we are delivering high standard, compelling and effective programmes.

We recognise change can be difficult, so our team are always on hand to support you through the process and to challenge you as you stretch and grow. Our aim is for you grow in confidence, tear up any life-limiting scripts that are blocking your performance and truly live up to your full potential!

Is your team ready for management?

This quiz is designed for business leaders who want to identify management potential early, avoid costly mistakes, and ensure the right people are prepared to step into leadership roles with confidence.

By taking this quiz, you’ll:

Spot hidden leadership talent within your team.

Identify gaps in management readiness before they become problems.

Understand strengths and weaknesses in people stepping into new roles.

Benchmark your team’s potential against leadership best practices.

Get tailored recommendations on next steps for developing confident, capable managers.

Take just 5 minutes and gain clarity on whether your people are truly ready to manage and how to support them if they’re not.

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"Lily Newman is phenomenal. The Exceptional NED programme that she has developed and delivers for Leeds University Business School is the gold standard training for supercharging board leaders. Lily’s highly-interactive training challenges all participants to grow. Developing leadership strength doesn’t get better than this."

Peter Satchell

Consultant and Non-Exec Director

“The Leadership course has had a profound impact on my professional growth. It has given me the confidence to lead with clarity, voice my ideas effectively, and support others in doing the same. Above all, it’s taught me that leadership is as much about listening and empowering as it is about decision making.”

Sarah Willis

HR Business Partner, INX Europe

“Following the completion of the brilliant GS10KSB Programme which Lily delivered the leadership elements of a handful of business owners wanted to continue our development and hold ourselves accountable to ensure we delivered the plans we’d put in place.”