Brian Jones’ Post

Does your organization have a thoughtful development plan for new people managers, both seasoned professionals and first-time leaders? Moving into a leadership role is a pivotal moment in anyone's career, whether you're an experienced leader or someone stepping into people leadership for the first time. Having an intentional development plan, grounded in empathy and support, is essential to ensure new managers are set up for success from day one. For seasoned leaders, it’s about more than just leveraging your experience. It’s about providing the tools and encouragement to align your leadership style with your organization’s unique culture and values. Even the most experienced leaders benefit from guidance in navigating and aligning with company values. And I argue these are the leaders we aim to attract. For first-time leaders, the journey is particularly challenging. They often face a steep learning curve, and a little kindness goes a long way in helping them navigate team dynamics, foster collaboration, and make sound decisions. With the right support, they can feel confident and connected, rather than overwhelmed. Having a comprehensive development plan for both groups isn’t just a strategic move—it’s a testament to your organization’s commitment to nurturing leadership with care.

Your managers, supervisors, and directors represent the single most significant leverage point within your organization. ⬇️ You have to be intentional with your leaders because those leaders are the conduit of your culture. ⬇️ I recommend you provide your managers, supervisors, and directors the following: • Clear role descriptions • Clear success metrics • Resources they need • Authority to make decisions • Your personal time each week • Ability to communicate anything with you • Frequent positive feedback • A leadership coach ⬇️ I work with business leaders to develop a tailored development plan for the leaders in your organization. ⬇️ Let's have an initial conversation to see how I can help you be more intentional with your leaders. Start here: https://lnkd.in/d4rMRa9i

When driving cultural transformation, frontline leaders like middle managers and supervisors are crucial for implementation, yet they are often an afterthought. These leaders may resist change due to lack of outside perspective, leadership development gaps, deadline pressures, past failed initiatives, and cultures rewarding chaos over standards. To get them on board, actively involve frontline leaders in planning change, provide coaching and training, expose them to best practices, and have visible senior leader participation. A comprehensive, well-structured program is key, as "Changing culture becomes nearly impossible if middle or lower management is resistant." Overlooking these leaders jeopardizes transformation success. Learn more with Cheshire Tool Company: https://bit.ly/4c75hyu

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4 skills middle managers need to succed

Absolutely agree! Middle managers are the backbone of any organization, and their development is crucial for overall success. It's not just about filling a role but equipping these leaders with the skills they need to adapt and drive growth. From my experience, investing in middle management training pays off significantly in terms of engagement and performance. The return on this investment often far outweighs the cost. It's time for senior leadership to recognize the impact and commit to nurturing these key players. Looking forward to seeing more focus on this vital area! 🌟📈

Middle managers need to adopt multimodel for managing top and down…

This insightful article from McKinsey & Company perfectly captures the importance of middle managers in driving organizational success. Middle managers play a pivotal role in ensuring the smooth operation and growth of companies. To help them excel in their roles, it is essential for leadership to invest in their training and development. HIHR can assist with leadership training programs tailored to meet the unique needs of all managers. To learn more, visit our website at www.gohihr.com or feel free to message us directly. #leadershiptraining #leadership #managers #humanresources

Middle managers can drive the success of organizations—but first they need the skills to succeed. According to our research, organizations with strong managers achieve shareholder returns that are multiple times higher than those with underperforming managers. For middle managers to thrive in increasingly dynamic roles, senior leadership should invest in their training and development. Learn how to activate middle managers through targeted capability building. ➡️ mck.co/466m3Lb

Great article from McKinsey & Company about how middle managers can drive organisational success. A perfect guide for any Sales Managers out there.