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Managing people for the first time can be challenging but also rewarding. 

A good manager can help:

• improve teamwork and productivity
• reduce workplace conflict 
• increase wellbeing amongst staff
• build and maintain trust and confidence between an employer and employee

This training will help you build confidence and introduce the skills you need for your new role as a manager. 

It will also introduce you to legal and good practice principles you need to know.

People managers are at the heart of effective teams and productive workplaces. 

Those in a management role are often the go-to person for their colleagues and often need to demonstrate effective leadership.

Key skills for any developing manager include:

• being able to motivate teams to succeed
• establishing good working relationships within teams 
• ensuring employees feel trusted and supported
• dealing with challenging issues as they arise
• managing change effectively
• knowing when and how to delegate

This training will help you become a better people manager.