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Conflict Resolution | Problem Solving | OKR | Time Management | Should Manager be an Expert | Manager Vs Leader

What you will learn

What are the characteristics of a good manager?

How to handle the transition from an individual contributor to a team leader or manager?

How to motivate the team??

What are the different problem solving approaches that a manager can use?

What are OKRs

Should the manager be an expert?

The Manager Vs Leader debate

How to negotiate?

How to manage conflicts in a team?

What is “The Pomodoro technique”?

How to prepare for the VUCA world?

Description

Welcome to the “First Time Manager” training. This is a comprehensive course designed to prepare you for the transition from an individual contributor to a managerial role. We explore multiple dimensions to becoming an effective manager.

We delve into the characteristics of an effective manager and the intricate process of transitioning to a managerial role. We examine how to smoothly manage this transition and ways to inspire motivation in your team. Additionally, we focus on mastering performance management through the use of OKRs.

Problem-solving approaches, time management techniques, and conflict resolution strategies are explored, providing you with a diverse set of tools to manage any situation that may arise. Finally, we equip you with the knowledge to navigate the dynamic and unpredictable VUCA world, harnessing the power of Industry 4.0 and Generative AI.

This course empowers you with the critical skills and knowledge to step confidently into your first managerial role and guide your team to success.


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The course discusses some important topics of interest like:

. Should the manager be an expert
. Manager Vs Leader

. The Pomodoro technique

This course is taught by an industry veteran who has managed large multi cultural teams in MNCs and startups. He is currently the founder of an AIΒ startup and believes in the importance of structured training for first time managers. He brings his vast experiences and unique perspectives, especially the challenges encountered during his transition from an individual contributor to a manager, into this program.

English
language

Content

Introduction

The VUCA World & Industry 4.0
What makes a good manager
Need for Manager: Insights from studies
What does a manager do?
Managing The Transition (From IC to Manager) Challenges

Roles & Skills of Managers

Managerial Roles As Defined By Henry Mintzberg
Should the manager be an expert?
Manager Vs Leader Debate

How to become a great manager?

Communication Best Practices
Building a Cohesive and Productive Team
Conflict Resolution
Delegation
Motivation

Performance Management and OKRs

Performance Management
Objectives and Key Results (OKR)
History of Performance Measures
Aligning OKRs to Strategy
The OKR Process

Problem Solving Approaches That A Manager Should Know

Why A Manager Should Learn Problem Solving Approaches
Dependent Vs Independent Variable
Cause & Effect Diagram
Pareto
Cause Vs Root Cause
Corrective Vs Preventive Action

Decision Making

Decision Making
SWOT
Decision Tree

Time Management

Time Management
Eisenhower Matrix
The Pomodoro Technique
Work Life Balance