NextGen Leadership Program: training for new and aspiring managers by VRCA and Thriveworks

If you're a new or aspiring manager without formal management training, a newly-promoted manager looking to sharpen your skills, or a first-level leader of people and projects, our NextGen Leadership Program is for you! Check out the video below to learn more about this brand-new program, delivered in partnership with VRCA and Polina Kouzmina, CPHR, SHRM-SCP, ACTC , Founder at Thriveworks Coaching & Consulting .

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??Overview

Embark on a transformative journey from team member to manager with our coaching-based program designed to empower and equip you with essential skills and knowledge. The transition into a managerial role is often challenging and this course is tailored to provide you with the confidence and foundational tools necessary to excel in your new leadership position.

??Course Content

Module 1: Managerial Mindset: Understanding Yourself as a Leader

This module introduces participants to the transition from individual contributor to manager, focusing on two main objectives. Firstly, it explores the essential components of this shift in responsibilities and mindset. Secondly, it enhances self-awareness through the Insights Discovery leadership profile, which employs a four-colour model that helps participants understand their leadership style preference, appreciate diversity in styles, and learn adaptive strategies for conflict resolution, communication improvement, and fostering team collaboration.

Module 2: Navigating Difficult Conversations: Managing Performance and Providing Feedback

This module empowers leaders to cultivate high-performing teams by mastering effective feedback and communication, particularly in challenging situations. Participants will explore the neuroscience of conflict and learn to navigate difficult conversations with confidence. They will develop core leadership skills, learn impactful feedback techniques, and gain practical strategies to drive team performance and create a lasting legacy of positive impact.

Module 3: Navigating Talent: Effective Recruitment and Onboarding

This module equips participants with essential skills and strategies for effective recruitment and onboarding. Participants will explore best practices in talent acquisition, learn how to optimize recruitment efforts, and develop techniques for creating a supportive onboarding experience that enhances employee retention and productivity.

Module 4: Leading Multi-Generational Teams: The Future of Collaborative Success

This module equips participants with the knowledge and skills to effectively lead and inspire a multi-generational workforce. You will explore the unique characteristics of each generation, learn to challenge stereotypes, and foster an inclusive workplace where everyone thrives. Through interactive activities and discussions, you will gain strategies to communicate effectively, resolve conflicts, and build high-performing teams that leverage the strengths of each generation.

??Format and Schedule

• In person, classroom delivery
• 24 hours of instruction over 4 6-hour sessions; plus self-evaluation period
• Eligible for up to 10 Gold Seal Credits

Still have questions? Reach out to Eva C. at [email protected] to learn more about the program and other upcoming VRCA Workforce Development initiatives.