Leadership Training For New Managers
SKIP THE DOUBTS AND LEAD SUCCESSFULLY AS A FIRST-TIME MANAGER!
The Leadership Accelerator is a 12-week Coaching & Training Program that helps new managers in startups and small to mid-sized businesses become confident and competent leaders people love to work with.
If you’re like 99% of us, then you aren’t one of those rare natural-born leaders.
Instead, you’ll have to learn the skills on the job and with proper training.
Yes, just like you invested in becoming an expert in your field, it’s now the time to invest in becoming an expert in leadership.
In fact, leadership training is vital when you transition into your first management role…
because the skills you need to succeed in a leadership role are entirely different from those that made you successful as an Individual Contributor (“IC”).
Unfortunately, though, the magnitude of this transition is often underestimated. And as a result, we see 40-60% of new managers fail or underperform within their first 2 years on the job! (source: Gartner)
Entertain me for a moment and let’s look at this LinkedIn poll together.
No, it’s not scientific (forget the R-squares and p-values for a moment). These are the votes by folks like you and me who gave their 2 cents on what really matters to them.
It’s funny that we take swimming lessons to learn how to swim, go to ski school to learn how to ski, and spend tens of thousands of dollars for college to hone our technical skills and level of expertise…
…but when we switch into the leadership phase of our career, we think we can “wing” it or learn as we go.
But great leaders don’t wing it!
Being a leader to others is a big responsibility and as a first-time manager, you know all eyes are on you.
Set yourself up for success by learning the leadership principles and tools that help you become a confident & competent leader people love to work for.
Schedule a call to see if this is the right fit for you. I promise I don’t bite, twist arms or play games. We will not only develop a clear strategy together for how to elevate your leadership starting right away but I’ll also happily answer any of your questions you might have.
IF YOU SAY YES TO AT LEAST 2 OF THE FOLLOWING STATEMENTS, THEN KEEP ON READING…
THERE IS GOOD NEWS!
None of these challenges are your fault!
The problem is the lack of training for new managers.
According to Grovo, a solid 87% of managers wished they had received more training when they first moved into leadership.
It’s shocking that being thrown into the deep end is still an accepted approach despite all these statistics we have.
But the real cost is on you. If you underperform, you’ll miss out on opportunities for career growth, salary raises, and job promotions which obviously hurts financially…
But what’s even worse is that your self-confidence will drop and you might even start thinking about giving up that dream of reaching the C-Suite or starting your own company one day.
And that’s what’s so hard!
Because the truth is that the problem is not you!
The reason new managers have a hard time is that a vast majority of them never receive the leadership training they need and deserve.
Because in your first couple of years in a leadership role, you don’t know what you don’t know – and without training and support, you’re sadly setting yourself up to fail.
IMAGINE IF INSTEAD, YOU…
LET ME INTRODUCE YOU TO THE
LEADERSHIP ACCELERATOR
WHAT IS THE LEADERSHIP ACCELERATOR EXACTLY?
Well, you could say it’s the soup-to-nuts training and coaching program for new managers who want to rapidly rise to success in their first leadership role.
You could also say it’s the place where new managers meet, ramp up their leadership skills, form relationships with other new managers, and develop the resilience, courage, and confidence that brings to light their true leadership superpowers.
Over 12 weeks, we cover the foundational curriculum that will set you up for success in your career as a leader.
THE CURRICULUM
Next up, you’ll get a closer look at the…
-> The kind of results participants have gotten
-> What the Leadership Accelerator includes
-> The awesome benefits that come with the program
And when you’re ready, you can schedule a Leadership Accelerator Call with me below.
Schedule a call to see if this is the right fit for you. I promise I don’t bite, twist arms or play games. We will not only develop a clear strategy together for how to elevate your leadership starting right away but I’ll also happily answer any of your questions you might have.
You used to have a choice between…
… investing in impactful but costly private coaching for about $800+/month,
… buying books or watching cookie-cutter videos with a small investment but zero personal support to turn insights into actions,
… attending seminars or workshops which are fun and inspiring but two weeks later you’re back in the old rut and, if we’re honest, not much has changed.
Or you could skip it all, keep winging it, and likely
… not receive maximum salary raises and bonuses,
… miss out on promotions or new job opportunities,
… not show up as the leader your team needs and deserves, and
… keep struggling, doubting yourself, and letting your emotions get the best of you.
BUT the Leadership Accelerator solves all that.
The Leadership Accelerator is specifically designed to create an effective and fun coaching and learning experience while remaining affordable.
My STORY
My first few years as a manager were a struggle…
I considered myself a high-performer and was often referred to as the “go-to person.” So, when I was asked to lead my former peers and build a new team, I thought “I got this”…
But I was wrong! I had no clue how to lead a team.
I struggled, I was stressed out, and felt frustrated with myself and my team more often than not…
I didn’t realize there were tools and frameworks available that would have helped me overcome all these challenges.
Until one day, a friend recommended that I start working with a leadership coach. That’s when things started to turn around for me.
By investing heavily in my own professional development, I climbed the ranks to become a VP in a global private equity firm within a few years.
But more important than my title was that I actually started to enjoy leading people and teams.
What used to feel stressful became fun and fulfilling.
Today, I’m a Professional Certified Leadership Coach, host of ‘The Manager Track’ podcast, and author of ‘The Confident & Competent New Manager: How to Rapidly Rise to Success in Your First Leadership Role’.
More importantly, I’m honored and blessed to have coached or trained hundreds of leaders in fast-growing organizations (including those featured below and many more) who understand they’ll get ahead faster and easier if they stand on the shoulders of those who have gone before them.
And because you might just be one of them, I can’t wait to connect with you as well!
THE APS METHOD FOR YOUR LEADERSHIP DEVELOPMENT
Unlike one-off workshops, seminars, apps, or digital courses which either lack personal support, fail to help you act on what you learn, or simply overwhelm you with too much information than what’s possible to retain, the Leadership Accelerator Program uses a blended learning approach and follows our proprietary APS Method (Awareness, Principles, System) to optimize knowledge retention, turn insights into action, and create lasting new leadership behaviors that will benefit you for the rest of your career!
PILLAR #1
AWARENESS
Establish Self, Team, and Stakeholder Awareness and Gain Complete Clarity on Role Expectations
Build a solid understanding of yourself, your team, and your stakeholders and get crystal clear on the expectations that guide your role and responsibilities so that you’re no longer swimming in unclear waters but know exactly where you’re at, where to go, and which potential blind spots to be on the lookout for.
Why this is important:
If this step is skipped, you’ll never be able to reach your own full potential or unite the different strengths of your team and work towards a shared goal.
Tools we will use:
– The Leader’s User Guide
– Strengths Deployment Inventory Assessment
– Team & Stakeholder Analysis
PILLAR #2
PRINCIPLES
Learn and Incorporate Personal Leadership Principles
Learn and apply the leadership principles that proved to be effective for great leaders who have gone before you.
Why this is important:
As a leader, a clear set of principles are like the user manual to a car. When you decide what values should drive your behaviors, you become a noticeably more trusted, reliable, and consistent leader to those around you.
The principles show you how to think as a leader and they guide you with clarity when you face adversity, when you feel overwhelmed or pulled into too many directions, when you need to stay grounded in the midst of chaos and when you’re unsure what to do when things get tough.
Tools we will use:
– The Blueprint Tool
– The Thought Model
– The Leadership Statement
PILLAR #3
SYSTEM
Develop Your Consistent Leadership System
This system comprises tools, frameworks, and best practices to successfully manage, lead, and inspire your team. You don’t have to reinvent the wheel for something that many other leaders and experts have struggled with and ultimately figured out how to master. Based on our research and experience working with hundreds of leaders, we have curated the most important tools for you to learn and apply as a new manager.
Why this is important:
When you implement a proven system of tools and processes with consistency, you will immediately elevate your leadership effectiveness. You will have the tools to get a hold on your calendar and to-do lists so that instead of managing by the seat of your pants, you finally lead proactively. You will also have a system in place that enables you to effectively coach, provide feedback and engage your team consistently. Plus, you’ll be equipped to navigate and resolve conflict with a step-by-step framework to communicate what’s hard to say and to quickly de-escalated tricky interpersonal situations.
Tools we will use:
– Monday Hour One
– Accountability Dial
– 3×3 Delegating Tool
– Coaching Ladder
– ISID Feedback Model
– Conflict Sequence
– Motivational Value System
AS SEEN ON…
Imagine what leading a team will feel like when you have the right skills, confidence, and support you need to handle any leadership challenges?
LET’S DIVE IN
What You Get.
01.
12 WEEKLY LEADERSHIP TRAINING MODULES
Each week, you get access to an on-demand leadership training module to learn best practices, leadership tools, and tactical tips to increase your effectiveness as a leader.
The core curriculum includes topics such as Effective Delegating, Giving Feedback, Navigating Conflict, Coaching as a Manager, High-Trust Leadership, Executive Presence, Presentation Skills, Influence, and much more!
YOUR GAINS:
02.
12 WEEKLY GROUP COACHING CALLS
Join me and a small group of other new managers in a weekly coaching call to solidify the learnings from the leadership training and to get 1-on-1 support and guidance to help you master your day-to-day challenges as a leader.
YOUR GAINS:
03.
2 PRIVATE COACHING CALLS
Meet with Ramona for two 1-on-1 coaching calls to increase your self-awareness, develop your personal growth plan, and discuss the unique challenges you’re facing at work.
YOUR GAINS:
04.
AD-HOC SUPPORT & COMMUNITY FEATURES
We’re not meant to go it alone, and challenges are so much easier when shared with others who know you, believe in you, and celebrate you. In our private Slack community, we offer ongoing ad-hoc support and relevant updates. Plus, you will develop new relationships with other new managers who will inspire and support you along the way.
YOUR GAINS:
In a world where everyone wants to be liked, be the leader who garners respect, rewards, and results.
This transformative leadership program is designed to provide new managers, just like you, with the tools, knowledge, and coaching you need to position yourself as the credible leader others will listen to, respect, follow, and promote.
We equip you with the critical tools required to overcome the most common barriers to being an effective leader and provide you with personalized coaching and guidance in a confidential atmosphere of support.
IMPROVED COMMUNICATION
INCREASED CONFIDENCE
STRONGER EXECUTIVE PRESENCE
BOOSTED RESILIENCE & EQ
HIGHER PERFORMANCE
GREATER INFLUENCE & IMPACT
The Leadership Accelerator is a highly effective leadership program designed for driven new managers in small to mid-sized organizations.
On a 10-point scale, the participants’ average rating is 9.57 with an NPS of 71.43%.
PLUS EVEN MORE
Get Exclusive Access to
Extra Bonuses.
BONUS #1: COURSE ON OVERCOMING IMPOSTER SYNDROME & LEADING WITH GREATER CONFIDENCE
Confidence is not simply a genetic disposition. Many of the most confident people developed their confidence over time and there are specific tools that you can apply to do exactly the same.
In this bonus video series, you’ll receive specific tools to help you boost your self-confidence and tame your imposter syndrome.
BONUS #2: COURSE ON RUNNING EFFECTIVE 1-ON-1 MEETINGS
1-on-1 meetings are your most important touch points with your direct reports. As an additional bonus, you’ll gain access to a dedicated 60-minute course on how to turn your 1-on-1 meetings from time wasters, awkward moments, status updates, or non-existent into your most valuable and effective meetings with your directs all week.
BONUS #3: A 360 INSIGHTS SURVEY
A ready-to-go 360 feedback tool to collect anonymous feedback from current and former co-workers and to finally discover how you’re being perceived by others.
When you get honest and specific feedback, you increase your self-awareness, and you’ll be able to identify strengths and development areas that you would otherwise not be aware of.
BONUS #4: ACCESS TO RESOURCE VAULT
Get access to a resource vault with over 50 guides, tools, templates, self-assessments & other resources to help you navigate any leadership challenge you might be dealing with.
Topics range from interview questions, career plans, managing up, and emotional intelligence to giving feedback, time management, and coaching skills.
WHAT OTHERS SAY…
“I CANNOT IMAGINE WHAT MANAGING MY TEAM WOULD HAVE BEEN LIKE WITHOUT THIS EDUCATION AND RAMONA BY MY SIDE.”
“I have absolutely loved the Leadership Accelerator program. Ramona’s guidance and coaching have been fantastic. I am so glad I invested in this course so early in my management career. I cannot imagine what managing my team would have been like without this education and Ramona by my side. It was money well spent! I recommend it for any new manager!”
SUSAN SUTTON
Sales manager
ARE YOU READY?
WHAT YOU GET WHEN YOU JOIN THE LEADERSHIP ACCELERATOR
12 Weekly Leadership Training Modules
12 Group Coaching Calls
2 Private Coaching Calls
Complete Core Strengths SDI 2.0 Assessment
Course on Running Effective 1-on-1 Meetings
Course on Overcoming Imposter Syndrome & Leading With Greater Confidence
360 Insights Tool
Resource Vault Access
Slack Community Support
WHAT OTHERS SAY…
“THIS WAS CERTAINLY A JOURNEY OF LEADERSHIP DEVELOPMENT AND CAREER GROWTH FOR ME.”
“I am so grateful I had the opportunity to participate in the 12-week Leadership Accelerator program offered by Ramona Shaw. This was certainly a journey of leadership development and career growth for me. Every week, I watched the pre-recorded videos, completed some hands-on activities, attended a coaching call with 2 other fellows, and took actions on the prompts and followed through. From the beginning of the program, we were encouraged to keep our long-term perspectives in mind, which was very helpful to stay focused and maximize the learning from the program.
During the weekly group coaching calls, we discussed our successes and some ongoing challenges each of us were facing at work, which helped us gain different perspectives and broaden our understanding of the challenges other people were dealing with. We also learned how to coach by observing others being coached, which was quite helpful. The coaching calls were very engaging and dynamic. Through the program, I was able to engage with my colleagues at work (including my manager and direct reports) by bringing some of the materials from the Leadership Accelerator program back to them and sharing what I had learned.
Ramona is an excellent career coach and an expert in leadership development. It was a privilege and pleasure working with her in the Leadership Accelerator program.”
AMIR GOLNABI
Training & Instruction Manager
TIME IS OF THE ESSENCE
THE CLOCK IS TICKING. WHAT HAPPENS IF YOU DON’T INVEST IN YOUR LEADERSHIP SKILLS?
… You’ll likely develop ineffective leadership habits that will be harder to overcome down the line.
… You’ll continue to learn mainly through trial & error, which naturally means more setbacks, conflict, and misunderstandings with others.
…And without the right support, self-doubt and worry might creep in and send you on an emotional rollercoaster that drains your energy and mental focus.
Plus, you’ll continue to be on your own rather than be supported and guided by others who know what it’s like to lead as a new manager.
WHAT OTHERS ARE SAYING
TESTIMONIAL
“RAMONA HAS BEEN THE SINGLE BIGGEST FACTOR TO SUCCESSFULLY TRANSITION FROM AN IC TO A DIRECTOR ROLE”
“Ramona has been the single biggest factor in me being able to survive a thrilling and successful but challenging trajectory from individual contributor to Director of Engineering at a hyper-growth technology startup in less than two years.
She’s a terrific person who is fun and interesting to work with, and also very caring. She is also incredibly insightful and forceful in not letting you, as a leader, rest on your laurels, fool yourself with distorted thinking or mis-evaluation of your own impact, nor give up on yourself or your team when the going is tough.
Ramona is amazing at helping you hold up a mirror to how you think, act, and communicate when you are trying to lead and achieve. This helps you to see some bad habits and self-defeating behaviors that you need to stop ignoring or making excuses for, but also to see talent and ability that you might have been too scared, inexperienced, or tentative to notice or cultivate.
If you want to be a better leader or grow better leaders in your organization, Ramona has my absolutely unqualified recommendation!”
JOSHUA SAMBERG
Director of Engineering
TESTIMONIAL
“THE LEADERSHIP ACCELERATOR PROGRAM WAS HUGELY BENEFICIAL”
“The Leadership Accelerator program was hugely beneficial in helping me clearly identify which areas I was deficient in and provided tools to better communicate and increase my productivity.
The program was a great resource while I navigated my new management role and the weekly calls were a great opportunity to talk with others who were experiencing similar situations and find new ways to solve problems. I would highly suggest this program to any new manager, or even veteran managers who need fresh insight into leading your team effectively.”
TARAH SHANNON
Branch Manager
TESTIMONIAL
“RAMONA’S TOOLS AND FRAMEWORKS WILL HELP ME FOR YEARS OR EVEN DECADES TO COME.”
“Ramona has been a huge help in developing more effective leadership habits and in discovering a career path that I feel passionate about and is effective with my personal leadership style.
With that, I’m now able to feel more confident, develop better relationships and overall be more successful in my role as a manager. She is incredibly resourceful and her arsenal of tools and frameworks will help me for years or even decades to come.
Ramona has recently helped me work through a challenging situation and I was so grateful to have had her on my side as a partner and guide the entire way through.
I highly recommend Ramona and her Leadership Accelerator program to anyone who is eager to learn and grow as a leader.”
DIANE PEREZ
Global Ethics &
Compliance Manager
TESTIMONIAL
“THE PROGRAM IS TRANSFORMATIVE AND I’M MUCH BETTER EQUIPPED.”
“Ramona is the first coach I’ve worked with, and I feel extremely fortunate to have had her guidance and support during my transition to a Director-level role in marketing in a fast-growing software company.
Prior to joining the Leadership Accelerator and working with Ramona, I was getting by on intuition alone – but very quickly I realized the benefits of adopting and using frameworks in my approach to leadership.
The program is transformative, and I’m now much better equipped to delegate effectively, coach and inspire success in others, have the tough conversations, and more. I definitely recommend Ramona to existing and future leaders who aspire to bring out the best in their teams.”
GARRETT GENEST
Head of Growth
TESTIMONIAL
“INVALUABLE IN HELPING ME IDENTIFY MY BLIND SPOTS, NAVIGATE A NUMBER OF CHALLENGES, AND GAIN MORE CONFIDENCE.”
“Ramona and her Leadership Accelerator program have been tremendously helpful in providing the resources and framework for me to hone my leadership skills and develop new habits.
Ramona is a supportive and thoughtful coach whose insightful advice has been invaluable in helping me identify my blind spots, navigate a number of challenges, and gain more confidence.
I highly recommend Ramona and her program to anyone who is looking to grow as a leader.
HELENA WANG
Head of Data Science
“Leadership and learning are indispensable to each other.” -John F. Kennedy
ARE YOU READY?
WHAT YOU GET WHEN YOU JOIN THE LEADERSHIP ACCELERATOR
12 Weekly Leadership Training Modules
12 Group Coaching Calls
2 Private Coaching Calls
Complete Core Strengths SDI 2.0 Assessment
Course on Running Effective 1-on-1 Meetings
Course on Overcoming Imposter Syndrome & Leading With Greater Confidence
360 Insights Tool
Resource Vault Access
Slack Community Support
QUESTIONS?
Frequently Asked Questions.
How will this program be delivered?
This is a 12-week program. Each week, you will receive access to a new training module, and we will meet for a coaching call on a select day and time. In addition, you’ll get assignments to complete during the week, and I’m available for ad-hoc support as and when you need it.
To start the program, you’ll be asked to complete an assessment, and we’ll schedule a 1-on-1 call to debrief the results and discuss specific challenges and goals for your personal situation.
Towards the end of the program, we will have one additional 1-on-1 call to plan out your future development goals and next steps.
What if I’m not sure if this is right for me?
If you’re unsure, we suggest that you go ahead and schedule a call with me. I will be able to answer any questions you might have.
If you simply want to check on a couple of things first, feel free to email us at contact@ramonashaw.com.
Who is this not for?
This program is not for people looking to find a new job in a leadership role. This program is designed specifically for new managers who have recently been promoted or are a few years into their job and who want to now learn and apply the critical leadership skills no one has taught them before.
What if I can’t make the live calls?
No problem. All calls will be recorded and made available to you within a few hours after the live calls so that you can watch them whenever you have the time.
If you have questions, you can submit them in advance, and I’ll make sure to address them during the live coaching call, so you can get the answer when you watch the recording. You can also reach out directly and ask for ad-hoc support on urgent topics.
How much time will this take each month?
You will need to invest about 2 hours each week to watch the training videos, participate in the coaching calls, and follow through on your action plan for that week.
I know you’re busy and wonder how you could possibly add more to your workload than you already have. However, one of the first trainings will be about productivity so you can find ways to gain back at least 5 hours of your time. Plus, what you’ll learn in this training will save you a significant amount of time in managing your team and dealing with issues that you’ll be able to prevent.
Can my employer help cover the cost of this program?
Check with your manager and your human resources team to determine your professional development budget as well as any leadership development, training, or tuition reimbursement budgets that might be available for you. Use the following request template to make your case.
Leadership Development Request Template
I suggest including the Program Overview linked below to help explain why it is important that you participate in this program. It outlines learning objectives, program deliverables, and costs.
What is the refund policy?
We do not offer a refund. However, if within the first 14 days you are unexpectedly unable to continue the program, we allow you to transfer the seat to someone else or pause your participation until you’re ready to engage again.
When can I get started?
The Leadership Accelerator kicks off with a new group at the beginning of each month.
To secure a spot, we suggest signing up at least 2 weeks prior to the start date.
WHAT YOU GET WHEN YOU JOIN THE LEADERSHIP ACCELERATOR
12 Weekly Leadership Training Modules
12 Group Coaching Calls
2 Private Coaching Calls
Complete Core Strengths SDI 2.0 Assessment
Course on Running Effective 1-on-1 Meetings
Course on Overcoming Imposter Syndrome & Leading With Greater Confidence
360 Insights Tool
Resource Vault Access
Slack Community Support