Des Moines, IA | Leadership Excellence 1 Day Masterclass for New Managers

Schedule

Thu, 14 May, 2026 at 09:00 am to Tue, 15 Dec, 2026 at 05:00 pm

UTC-05:00

Location

Regus - Des Moines | Des Moines, IA

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This program is specifically tailored for emerging leaders, first-time supervisors, new managers to step confidently into leadership roles.
About this Event

Duration: 8 hours (including breaks) | Format: In-person / In-house / Online / Hybrid Certification: Course Completion Certification | Credits: 8 CEUs/CPDs/PDUs

This immersive one-day program is designed to equip first-time supervisors and new managers with the essential skills needed to succeed in leadership roles. Moving from an individual contributor to a leader can be challenging—this course provides the structure, tools, and confidence required to make that transition effectively.

Through practical frameworks, interactive activities, and real-world scenarios, participants will learn how to communicate clearly, delegate effectively, motivate teams, manage performance, and handle workplace challenges with professionalism and confidence.

Key Outcomes:

By the end of the program, participants will be able to:

  • Transition smoothly into supervisory or managerial roles
  • Communicate effectively across all levels of the organization
  • Delegate tasks with clarity and accountability
  • Motivate and engage teams using proven techniques
  • Handle conflicts with professionalism and emotional intelligence
  • Manage performance through structured feedback and coaching
  • Make informed decisions and prioritize team objectives effectively

Target Audience:

This course is ideal for:

  • First-time supervisors
  • Newly promoted managers
  • Team leaders
  • Aspiring supervisors
  • Coordinators transitioning into leadership roles
  • Professionals seeking foundational management skills

Why This Course?

This program is specifically tailored for emerging leaders who need practical, real-world management skills—not just theory. Led by an experienced trainer in leadership development and behavioral communication, the course focuses on actionable tools and proven frameworks that can be applied immediately in the workplace.

Participants will leave with greater confidence, clearer direction, and practical strategies to lead effectively from day one.

Note: The training schedule includes two 15-minute coffee breaks and one 30-minute lunch break


Interested in scheduling Leadership Training for New Managers and Supervisors as a private program at your organization in 2026?

Hosting this workshop in-house allows the content to be tailored to your organization’s leadership culture, team dynamics, and real workplace challenges while enabling open and practical discussions around internal scenarios. It helps build consistency in how new managers lead, communicate, and manage performance across teams. Additionally, it is cost-effective, enables immediate on-the-job application, and supports leadership pipeline development by preparing future leaders from within.

Partner with our team to customize the content, leadership scenarios, and delivery approach to align with your organizational goals and management expectations. This immersive 1-Day / 8-Hour training can be delivered at your convenience—on-site, in a private classroom, hybrid, or live virtual.

What this course brings to your organization:

  • Stronger leadership capability among new managers and supervisors
  • Clear, confident, and structured communication across teams
  • Improved delegation, accountability, and team productivity
  • Better handling of conflict and workplace challenges
  • More effective performance management and feedback culture
  • Increased team engagement, motivation, and alignment
  • Consistency in leadership practices across departments

Enquire now at [email protected] for scheduling details and group discounts.

Let’s build confident, capable leaders who drive team performance and organizational success.

Whether you're developing a small group of emerging supervisors or equipping a large cohort of new managers, Wisdom Hub delivers practical frameworks, real-world application, and measurable impact-bringing wisdom beyond knowledge to every learning experience.

© 2026 Wisdom Hub. All rights reserved.


Agenda
Module 1: Transitioning to a Leadership Role

Info: • Understand the shift from individual contributor to leader
• Learn key responsibilities, expectations, and common challenges
• Explore leadership behaviors that build trust and credibility
• Activities/Case Studies


Module 2: Effective Communication for Managers

Info: • Develop clear, respectful, and impactful communication skills
• Practice active listening and constructive messaging
• Understand communication across teams: upward, downward, and lateral


Module 3: Delegation & Work Prioritization

Info: • Learn how to delegate tasks with clarity and confidence
• Apply prioritization techniques to manage workload effectively
• Strengthen accountability and follow-up practices
• Hands-on Exercise/Activities/Case Studies


Module 4: Motivating & Engaging Teams

Info: • Explore motivation models tailored to different individuals
• Implement recognition strategies to boost morale
• Build a positive, inclusive, and high-performing team culture
• Hands-on Exercise/Activities/Case Studies


Module 5: Handling Conflict & Difficult Situations

Info: • Address conflicts professionally and constructively
• Identify root causes of team disagreements
• Apply mediation techniques to restore collaboration
• Role Play/Hands-on Exercise


Module 6: Performance Management Fundamentals

Info: • Set clear expectations and measurable performance goals
• Deliver effective feedback for improvement and recognition
• Conduct structured and impactful performance conversations
• Activity: Practical Exercise


Module 7: Planning, Decision-Making & Accountability

Info: • Apply decision-making techniques in daily management
• Plan and organize team priorities effectively
• Foster ownership and accountability within teams
• Activity: Interactive Exercise


Training Methodology

Info: • Interactive discussions
• Real-life workplace scenarios
• Role plays
• Group activities
• Case studies
• Self-assessment
• Practical writing exercises


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Regus - Des Moines, 5550 Wild Rose Ln #400, Des Moines, United States

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