Madecraft

New Manager Readiness Specialization

Madecraft

New Manager Readiness Specialization

Lead People With Confidence From Day One.

Build the leadership skills to manage people, drive performance, and create winning cultures.

Madecraft

Instructor: Madecraft

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Get in-depth knowledge of a subject
Beginner level

Recommended experience

4 weeks to complete
at 10 hours a week
Flexible schedule
Learn at your own pace
Get in-depth knowledge of a subject
Beginner level

Recommended experience

4 weeks to complete
at 10 hours a week
Flexible schedule
Learn at your own pace

What you'll learn

  • Apply heart-forward leadership strategies to build trust, accountability, and a positive team culture.

  • Communicate effectively, give meaningful feedback, and navigate difficult workplace conversations with confidence.

  • Assess team performance, coach underperforming employees, and make informed decisions to develop and retain top talent.

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Taught in English
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May 2026

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Specialization - 3 course series

Essential Lessons for First-time Managers

Essential Lessons for First-time Managers

Course 1, 4 hours

What you'll learn

  • How to lead with clarity, communication, and authenticity.

  • Practical strategies to build a high-performing, inclusive team.

Best Practices for New People Leaders

Best Practices for New People Leaders

Course 2, 5 hours

What you'll learn

  • How to lead with compassion, curiosity, and integrity using a heart-forward approach.

  • Practical tools for building accountable, engaged, and inclusive teams.

How to Handle Poor Performers

How to Handle Poor Performers

Course 3, 3 hours

What you'll learn

  • How to identify and assess underperformance before it impacts team culture.

  • When and how to train, transfer, or terminate a poor performer with confidence and compassion.

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