Corporate leadership training
Leadership Skills for New Managers Training Course in Liberia
Help newly promoted managers build a routine their team can count on: set priorities and share out work, check in one to one, agree goals people own, coach with honest feedback and step in before small issues become big ones, through practical, hands-on training.
- In-person, virtual
or blended - Customised for
your organisation - Delivered worldwide,
including Liberia - For new and aspiring managers
and team supervisors
Course overview
What Are Leadership Skills for New Managers?
Leadership skills for new managers are what a capable professional needs once success depends on a team rather than on their own output. This course builds flexible leadership styles, steady self-management, control of time and priorities, confident decisions, organising and delegating work, one-to-ones, goal setting, coaching feedback, responses to falling performance and conflict, and ways to keep people engaged.
Through interactive sessions, engaging activities and practical case studies, participants try out one-to-ones, feedback and tough conversations in a safe room, working on the real-world scenarios new managers in Liberia meet.
Managers are the heartbeat of an organisation in Liberia, trusted both to guide their teams and to help people grow. The course gives those stepping into the role for the first time a clear, practical way to do both from their very first weeks.
Why it matters
Why New Manager Skills Matter in Liberia
As Liberia continues to work towards prosperity, its organisations need capable managers more than ever. People promoted into their first management role do far better when they learn early how to plan, delegate, coach and resolve conflict.
Promotion is not preparation
Many people step up because they excelled in their own job, not because anyone taught them to lead.
Managers shape the day
The person a team reports to sets much of its daily focus and spirit.
Small problems grow
Grievances and slipping standards left alone end in missed deadlines and resignations.
Pipelines need managers
Skilled first-time managers give organisations in Liberia a stronger base to grow.
The Knowles leadership approach
From Insight to Impact
Participants learn a weekly rhythm to rely on, beginning with what the team must achieve and ending with an honest look back at the results, so the routine carries them while their confidence develops.
The manager’s routine
- 1. PlanWhat must we deliver?
- 2. AssignWho does what?
- 3. Check-inHow is it going?
- 4. FeedbackWhat should change?
- 5. SupportWhat do they need?
- 6. ReviewWhat did we achieve?
Key benefits
Why Organisations Choose This Course
This programme helps your leaders and your organisation to:
Faster Ramp-Up
Newly promoted staff begin managing well sooner.
Organised Teams
Clear plans and delegation mean people always know what comes first.
Honest Feedback
Frequent, honest feedback in place of year-end surprises.
Problems Tackled Early
Poor performance and friction addressed while they are still small.
Motivated Staff
Managers who understand what drives each colleague.
A Stronger Pipeline
A growing group of managers prepared for bigger responsibilities.
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Course curriculum
A practical and structured learning journey.
Twelve units in three stages lead from managing your own time and reactions, through organising the team’s work, to coaching performance and sustaining motivation.
- Unit 1
Situational Styles
- Study the situational model and its directing, coaching, supporting and delegating styles.
- Choose a style for each person based on their skill and confidence.
- Avoid hovering over people and avoid stepping back too early.
- Unit 2
Managing Emotions
- Spot the signs that pressure is affecting you.
- Use coping strategies to stay calm and fair in a setback.
- Listen for the feelings behind how people behave.
- Unit 3
Protecting Time
- Keep time for your team alongside your own workload.
- Decide what comes first by importance and urgency.
- Use time-blocking to protect focus from interruptions.
- Unit 4
Everyday Decisions
- Clarify which decisions you own and which to make together.
- Reach decisions promptly with the facts at hand.
- Tell the team the thinking behind each choice.
- Unit 5
Planning Work
- Set weekly priorities and tasks that serve the team’s goals.
- Share out the work so no one is overloaded.
- Plan ahead for absences and peak demand.
- Unit 6
Clear Assignments
- Brief each task with its purpose, the standard and a deadline.
- Give people ownership of tasks that stretch them.
- Agree progress checks but leave the work with them.
- Unit 7
Regular One-to-Ones
- Hold one-to-ones that team members find genuinely useful.
- Listen actively and let the other person talk most.
- Hear early about worries, ideas and career hopes.
- Unit 8
Setting Targets
- Set SMART goals jointly with each team member.
- Show how each person’s goals serve the team’s results.
- Keep progress visible and adjust targets when things change.
- Unit 9
Giving Feedback
- Apply Situation-Behaviour-Impact to make feedback specific.
- Praise particular actions and mean what you say.
- Correct mistakes in a way that keeps trust and goodwill.
- Unit 10
Slipping Performance
- Pick up the first signs that someone’s work is slipping.
- Test whether the problem is ability, willingness or outside pressures.
- Agree an improvement plan and hold both sides to it.
- Unit 11
Team Disputes
- Intervene quickly when disagreement becomes personal.
- Give each side a fair hearing before you act.
- Agree clear channels for raising and settling grievances.
- Unit 12
Motivation
- Ask each team member what keeps them motivated.
- Recognise initiative and progress as well as results.
- Treat your own learning as part of the job.
Course agenda
Two-day course agenda.
A sample agenda showing how the two days run, from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. The final agenda is agreed with you.
Welcome, objectives and introductions
Situational styles
Morning break
Managing emotions
Lunch
Protecting time
Everyday decisions
Afternoon break
Planning work
Day one reflection
Close
Recap and goals for the day
Clear assignments
Morning break
One-to-ones and targets
Lunch
Giving feedback
Slipping performance and team disputes
Afternoon break
Motivation
Your routine and action planning
Close
Participant resources
What participants receive.
A practical set of resources to support learning during the course and application afterwards.
Course Workbook
Content, summaries and activities for every unit.
Templates and Worksheets
Ready-to-use tools to apply learning at work.
Action Plan Template
Turn learning into clear next steps.
Job Aids and Quick Guides
Key models, checklists and frameworks for daily use.
Digital Resources
Additional materials to revisit after the course.
Certificate of Completion
Recognition of the training completed.
Practical application
From theory to real workplace impact.
Each concept is tried out through case studies and role-plays: building a week’s plan, briefing a task, leading a one-to-one and giving hard feedback, the real-world scenarios new managers in Liberia face as they settle in.
One-to-One Practice
Practise a one-to-one with a peer taking the part of a team member.
Feedback Role-Play
Give praise and corrective feedback, then trade roles and hear it back.
Weekly Plan Build
Break a list of team goals into a week of assigned tasks.
Performance Case
Find the cause of a colleague’s struggles and agree a way forward.
Who should attend
Designed for new and aspiring managers.
Open to anyone at the start of a management career in any sector, from people just promoted to those preparing for the step, as well as experienced professionals who want a more structured approach to managing.
- New ManagersGet established quickly in their first months.
- Team LeadersOrganise the team’s work with assurance.
- SupervisorsRun shifts smoothly and give useful feedback.
- Aspiring ManagersGet ready before the promotion arrives.
- Specialists Moving UpManage people they used to work beside.
- Recent GraduatesStart good management habits early.
Course format and delivery
Flexible options to suit your organisation.
Choose the format and duration that fit your schedule and learning needs, whether at your workplace in Liberia, online or a mix of both.
In-Person Training
Delivered at your organisation in Liberia or at a suitable venue.
Virtual Training
Interactive, engaging live online delivery.
Blended Learning
A combination of in-person and virtual sessions.
Customised Training
Tailor case studies, organisation focus, delivery mode, modules and duration. Explore Customized Training
- Typical Duration2 Full Days9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Also available as a 1-day, half-day, 90-minute or 60-minute session.
Prerequisites
Prerequisites and experience level.
No prior management experience is required. The course suits new and aspiring managers from any sector and works well for mixed groups.
No formal prerequisites
Open to anyone new to managing, or about to be.
All experience levels
From entry-level staff to experienced specialists.
Designed for mixed groups
New managers from different sectors learn together.
Ready to take part
Bring a real management situation you are facing.
Course framework
A structured approach to developing leaders.
The framework runs in a loop: learn what the manager’s job involves, practise it in the room, reflect on what worked and then put it into daily practice with the team.
Practical and Actionable
Simple routines and templates to use from the next working day.
Relevant to Liberia
Based on the workplaces and teams new managers in Liberia lead.
Confidence Through Practice
Try hard conversations in practice before facing them for real.
The new manager’s cycle
- 1. LearnCore leadership principles
- 2. ExploreCase studies and discussion
- 3. PractiseRole-plays and simulations
- 4. ReflectSelf-assessment and journaling
- 5. ApplyReal-world projects
- 6. GrowMentoring and peer support
Key learning outcomes
From knowledge to lasting leadership impact.
By the end of this programme, participants will be able to:
- 01
Adapt your style
Lead each person in the way their skill and confidence call for.
- 02
Manage your time
Use time-blocking to protect your own work and your team’s time.
- 03
Plan and assign work
Convert goals into tasks with named owners and due dates.
- 04
Hold one-to-ones
Hold regular check-ins that strengthen trust.
- 05
Give feedback
Offer praise and correction people know how to use.
- 06
Tackle problems early
Handle poor performance and disputes quickly and fairly.
The real work of a new manager is making it easier for others to succeed, not doing everything yourself.
Example exercises and tools
Learn by doing.
Practical exercises and simple tools give participants something they can try with their own team on the first day back.
Case studies and real-world scenarios reflect the moments a new manager in Liberia may meet, such as handing a project to a team member and letting them own it, or agreeing a fair way for colleagues to raise a grievance. Participants set SMART targets, try time-blocking on their own diary and rehearse an honest conversation about accountability before taking it back to work.
Style Matcher
Decide which leadership style each person on your team needs right now.
Time Log
Log a working week and find the time that slips away.
Task Brief
Write a brief that sets out purpose, quality expected and the deadline.
SBI Feedback
Plan what you will say using situation, behaviour and impact.
Assessment
Assessment and learning progress.
A mix of steps before, during and after the programme keeps learning relevant and turns it into action.
Before the training
Share your goals and team context.
Agree the objectives and focus areas.
Confirm the format, timing and group.
During the training
Role-plays, simulations and practical exercises.
Feedback from experienced leaders as skills develop.
Group discussion and reflection.
After the training
A personal action plan for the workplace.
Self-assessment and guided journaling to track progress.
Ongoing learning through peers, mentors and the alumni network.
Workplace application
Relevant to your context.
Participants apply what they learn in organisations across Liberia, from setting the team’s priorities for the week to holding a first difficult conversation.
- Team PrioritiesAgree what the team does first.
- Task HandoversBrief work so it gets done well.
- Check-in MeetingsKeep track of progress and morale.
- AppraisalsJudge performance fairly.
- Difficult TalksRaise problems with tact and clarity.
- RecognitionThank people for good work.
Let’s discuss your requirements
Request a Customised Leadership Programme.
Talk to our team about how this course can be tailored for your organisation in Liberia or other locations worldwide.
- Share your priorities
- Receive a tailored proposal
- Explore delivery options
Adapting for Liberia
Adapting the programme for Liberian organisations.
We tailor the course so it reflects your people, your sector and the context you work in.
Local case studies
Examples and case studies drawn from leaders in Liberia.
Cultural awareness
Content that respects cultural nuances and builds inclusive environments.
Community focus
Projects that address real local and community issues.
Industry and organisation focus
Examples, terminology and scenarios from your sector.
Delivery worldwide
Flexible delivery across Liberia and worldwide.
We deliver this programme in Liberia and in other locations worldwide, with flexible formats and options to suit your organisation.
- In-person
- Virtual
- Blended
At Your Workplace
In-house sessions at your office in Liberia.
A Venue You Choose
Delivered at a training venue that suits your team.
Live Online
Interactive virtual sessions wherever your people are.
Across Countries
Programmes coordinated across several locations worldwide.
Client experiences
What our participants say.
Word-for-word feedback from participants at organisations in Singapore. Read all reviews
The most useful aspects were learning about active listening, empathy, and adopting a growth mindset. The case studies and brainstorming sessions provided practical ideas for managing remote and hybrid teams, building rapport, and leading effectively.
Yes, the strategic frameworks shared are highly practical and worth learning for career growth.
Yes, because it helped me learn the basics of critical thinking to generate new ideas, analyze articles, and make arguments.
Learning how to translate high-level company strategy into clear, measurable operational targets for our teams.
Yes, because it really highlights how our daily business decisions directly impact the local community and the environment.
Yes, because it serves as a helpful reminder to prioritize mental well-being alongside daily targets.
Frequently asked questions
Common questions about this course.
What is the main focus of this course?
It builds the practical skills new managers use every week: adapting their style, managing time, organising and delegating work, one-to-ones, goal setting, feedback and dealing with problems early, applied to situations in Liberia.
What topics does the course cover?
Twelve units in three stages: managing yourself (situational styles, managing emotions, protecting time, everyday decisions), running the work (planning work, clear assignments, regular one-to-ones, setting targets) and managing performance (giving feedback, slipping performance, team disputes and motivation).
Who should attend this course?
Anyone newly in charge of people: first-time managers, supervisors and team leaders, plus specialists stepping up, graduates and those preparing for a management post.
Is the course suitable for new or first-time leaders?
Yes. It is written for people in their first management job and for those about to take one on.
Is the course practical or theory-based?
Very practical. Case studies, role-plays and real-world scenarios give participants a chance to rehearse one-to-ones, feedback and hard conversations before they need them.
How long is the course?
The standard course runs over 2 full days, from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. It can also be delivered as a 1-day, half-day, 90-minute or 60-minute session.
Can the course be customised for our organisation?
Yes. We can adapt the content, examples and format to your goals, industry and team. See Customized Corporate Training for how we tailor programmes.
Can we use examples from our own industry?
Yes. We design and deliver our courses with subject matter experts in each field. Tell us about your industry, context and terminology when you enquire, and it will be taken into account.
Can we combine this course with other topics?
Yes. We can combine related topics into one programme or build a learning pathway across several sessions and levels.
Is this course available outside Liberia?
Yes. We deliver this programme in other countries worldwide, in person or live online, and can coordinate it across several locations.
What delivery options are available?
In person at your workplace or a venue you choose, live online, or a blend of both.
What kind of exercises and activities are included?
Rehearsed one-to-ones, paired feedback, building a week’s plan, diagnosing a struggling colleague, matching styles to people, logging time, writing briefs and preparing SBI feedback.
Do participants receive mentoring during the course?
Yes. Participants receive mentorship and constructive feedback from experienced leaders throughout the course.
Will participants build a professional network?
Yes. Participants connect with fellow participants, build mentoring relationships with facilitators and guest speakers, and can join an alumni network for ongoing learning.
How does the course support personal growth?
Through regular self-assessment and reflection, guided journaling to track progress and set goals, and techniques for mindfulness and stress management.
Is the course relevant to the Liberian context?
Yes. It is shaped for new managers working in Liberia, and the discussions and exercises draw on the situations participants meet in their own organisations.
Which cities in Liberia can the course be delivered in?
We can deliver it in cities across Liberia, including Monrovia, Kakata, Gbarnga, Buchanan, Zwedru, Harper and Voinjama, and other cities on request. We also offer a full range of leadership courses in Liberia.
Can we download a course brochure?
Yes. Download our course brochure for an overview of our training programmes.
How do we request a proposal?
Share your goals and requirements through the enquiry form on this page. Our team replies within one business day with suggestions and a tailored proposal.
Who can we contact about this course?
Email [email protected], call +65 6714 6663 or use the enquiry form on this page. We reply within one business day.
Next steps
From enquiry to delivery.
A simple, transparent process from your first message to the training day.
- 1
Enquiry
Share your training needs and priorities.
- 2
Consultation
We discuss and refine the scope with you.
- 3
Proposal
Receive a tailored proposal with delivery options.
- 4
Confirm
Review, adjust and agree the details.
- 5
Delivery
We deliver the programme for your team.
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