Ready to Manage
A 6-Week Group Coaching Programme for New and Aspiring Managers
—Peter Drucker
You cannot manage other people unless you manage yourself first.
Become the Manager You and Others Want You to Be
Stepping into management is not just a shift in responsibility—it’s a shift in identity. The best managers aren’t just effective at tasks; they lead with presence, confidence, and clarity. The hardest part of the transition is not learning what to do but becoming the person who can do it with impact and ease.
Despite being technically brilliant at their jobs, new managers often struggle with:
Letting go of ‘doing it all’ – Shifting from high-performing individual contributor to leader of a team.
Balancing authority with approachability – Gaining respect without becoming distant.
Navigating difficult conversations and giving feedback – Speaking with clarity and impact, even when it’s hard.
Managing emotions under pressure – Staying calm, composed, and effective in stressful situations.
Building trust and psychological safety – Creating a culture where people thrive, take ownership, and collaborate effectively.
“These challenges don’t require more technical skills—they require a shift in how you think, how you show up, and who you are. That’s what READY TO MANAGE is designed for. ”
The Journey from Contributor to Confident Manager
READY TO MANAGE is a 6-week group coaching programme that helps you develop the mindset, behaviours, and confidence to transition into management with impact and ease.
Rather than focusing on technical management skills, this programme helps you grow into the kind of manager who naturally commands trust, builds high-performing teams, and thrives under pressure.
Through expert-led coaching, peer learning, and real-world challenges, you will:
Shift from Doing to Leading – Learn how to let go of tasks and start empowering others.
Develop Emotional Intelligence & Resilience – Manage your own emotions to operate with calm, confidence, and clarity and work with the emotions of others.
Master Difficult Conversations & Feedback – Communicate openly with authority, empathy, and impact to help your team to grow.
Build Psychological Safety & Trust – Cultivate a culture where your team feels safe to take risks and contribute fully.
Embrace a Growth Mindset – Overcome self-limiting beliefs and approach management as a journey of continuous development.
Manage with Confidence & Presence – Step into your management identity with authenticity and purpose, aligned to your strengths and values.
This isn’t about following a set of management rules. It’s about becoming the kind of manager who leads with clarity, ease, and impact.
What You’ll Gain from the Programme
This programme is designed to equip you with the mindset, confidence, and skills to transition into management with ease and impact. You will not just learn how to manage—you will become the kind of manager people trust and want to follow.
You Will Gain:
- Confidence & Clarity in Your Role – Redefine what it means to be a manager and transition from high performer to effective leader.
- Mastery of Influence & Trust – Learn how to communicate with impact, build credibility, and foster a culture of ownership and accountability.
- Resilience & Emotional Agility – Develop self-awareness and be able to more effectively regulate and manage stress, emotions, and pressure.
- The Ability to Handle Difficult Conversations – Gain the skills to navigate tough discussions, give feedback with confidence, and set clear expectations without conflict.
- A Coaching & Empowerment Mindset – Learn how to guide and develop your team instead of micromanaging, fostering autonomy and growth.
- Presence & Strategic Thinking – Strengthen how you show up, make decisions, and inspire your team.
Programme Structure & Framework
Each cohort includes a maximum of 12 participants to ensure deep learning, meaningful connection, and personalised support.
Pre-Programme Assessment & Benchmarking
- CliftonStrengths Assessment – Understand your natural strengths.
- Management Benchmarking – Identify your starting point and areas for growth.
- Management Goals Setting – Define your personal transformation goals.
Learning and Coaching Programme
- 6 x 90-Minute Weekly Group Coaching Sessions
- Interactive discussions, practical exercises, and real-world scenarios to embed learning.
- A balance of mindset coaching, peer discussion, and leadership development.
- 2 x 1:1 Coaching Sessions
- Personalised support to overcome challenges and accelerate your growth.
- Tailored guidance to help you embody your leadership identity with confidence.
- Homework & Reflective Exercises
- Thought-provoking prompts and reflective exercises to integrate and deepen your learning and transformation.
Post-Programme Accountability Support
- 2x follow-up accountability check-Ins (1-Month, 4-Month) to support continued transformation beyond the programme.
Who Is This Programme For?
READY TO MANAGE is designed for:
New Managers – Those stepping into a management role for the first time and wanting to do it well.
Imminent Managers – High-potential employees preparing for a management role who want to start strong.
If you want to go beyond ‘managing tasks’ and instead become the kind of manager people trust, respect, and follow, this programme is for you
This is not for those looking for a checklist of management techniques. It’s for those ready to develop the mindset and presence that set great managers apart.
Investment and Commitment
Cost: £1,349 +VAT per person
Next Cohorts:
- June 2025
- November 2025
Spaces are limited to 12 participants per cohort to ensure deep learning and personalised support.
What Makes READY TO MANAGE Different?
Most management programmes focus on helping you to develop technical skills—what you need to do. READY TO MANAGE takes a different approach, focusing on who you need to become to manage effectively and sustainably.
Identity-Driven Growth – Leadership starts with self-awareness. You’ll develop a strong leadership identity, grounded in authenticity and purpose.
Self-Management First – Learn to regulate emotions, sustain energy, and build resilience so you can manage others with clarity and confidence.
Blended Learning & Coaching – A mix of structured learning, group coaching, and real-world application ensures deep and lasting transformation.
Practical Integration – Reflection exercises, real-world challenges, and guided self-inquiry help you embed learning into daily practice.
Sustained Growth & Support – The learning doesn’t stop after six weeks. Ongoing follow-up, coaching, and peer support ensure long-term success and continuous development.
Become a Manager Who Leads with Confidence & Impact
Management isn’t just about overseeing tasks—it’s about creating teams and a culture where people thrive. The best managers don’t just manage; they lead with intention, presence, and impact.
READY TO MANAGE is not just a programme—it’s your pathway to becoming a confident, capable, and trusted manager.
Are you ready to step in and step up?