MDP
Aspiring Manager Programme
Programme Information and Event Overview
Aspiring Manager Programme
What is the Aspiring Manager Programme?
Excellent managers and leaders are critical to the effective operation and ultimate success of our business. Preparing our team members for future management roles is a key focus of our growthstrategy.
This 18 - 30 month programme offers a structured development pathway for individuals who aspire to move into their first management role. The programme is designed to be comprehensive, covering essential management principles, and personal development. Managers will gain a comprehensive understanding of themselves, their career aspirations, leadership capabilities, and networking skills. They will be equipped with practical tools to advance their careers and build strong professional networks, positioning them for successasemergingleaders.
Whoshouldattendthisprogramme?
Semi-Seniors, Seniors, Assistant Manager level team members who haven't yet undertaken their first management role but wish to prepare themselves for developing their career in this direction.
Phase 1: Self Awareness
Learning about myself and my own needs
What will I learn during Phase 2?
Participantsshouldhaveexpressedaclearinterest and demonstrated an aptitude for taking on managementresponsibilitiesinthefuture.
Theyshouldalsohavethefullagreementoftheir linemanager,whowillberequiredtosupportand allow time for participation and off-the-job learningactivities
TheProgrammeconsistsoftwophases PhaseOne is mandatory for all aspiring managers and focuses on creating self-awareness and clarity on careeraspirations.
Phasetwooffersknowledgeandskilldevelopment, focussingonourexpectationsofourmanagersat Shaw Gibbs and eploration of foundational managementtheoriesandskills Inaddition,we’ve createdpracticalworkshopsforunlockingsuccess; a series of tool based workshops to help reach yourcareergoals
This programme also has the option of participatingina16monthLevel5Management Apprenticeship with Future Talent Learning. This add-onhasarichmixofdigitalcontent,including interactivegamesandimmersiveexercises.
Phase 2: Skill & Knowledge Development
Building management knowledge and readiness for management roles
Theprogrammewillfocusonthefollowingthemes:
UnderstandingmanagementatShawGibbs:exploringyourmotivationsforbecomingamanager,identifying howyouliketobemanagedandconsideringthekeyresponsibilitiesandskillsofagreatShawGibbsmanager Understandinghowtoadvanceyourcareer:utilisetheskillsandresourcesyou’llgainfromtheprogrammeto supportcareeradvancementsuchasself-promotion,internalnetworkingandpersonalbranding. Knowwhyyou’reafuturemanager:bringingtogetheryourstrengthsandcurrentskills,yourkeytakeawaysfrom theprogrammeandpresentingyourselfasafuturemanageratShawGibbs.
As a result of attending this programme, you will be able to:
Review your own personal effectiveness and describe how this impacts on others.
Understand the role and expectations of being a manager at Shaw Gibbs
Understand a range of management skills.
Increase your levels of personal influence at work with key stakeholders
Develop your own career path and achieve your personal career goals
Create an extended network of like-minded manager colleagues, and insight from industry experts and internal experts
What to expect from the learning activities:
A contemporary combination of theory-input, practical case-studies, self-directed learning, guided facilitation, interactive virtual experiences, peer learning and mini projects:
Integration of short-form multimedia videos, images, and animations to maintain your attention and make the learning process more engaging
Group activities, peer-to-peer learning and opportunities to work together on activities building important communication and teamwork skills as well as creating a strong peer network.
Self-directed learning via our bite-sized multi media app of curated learning and project-based learning to allow you to learn at your own pace and explore topics that are of personal interest
Social and collaborative learning testing out ideas in an interactive way, by shaping and voicing ideas, then receiving feedback from your peers
L5 Apprenticeship:
The Transformational Leadership Programme:
Award-winning for its innovative re-imagining of what an apprenticeship programme can look and feel like.
Focusingon3corebehaviourstohelpyoudeveloptheconfidencetothriveandleadthrough change Specifically:theabilitytoworkinmoreagile ways,thepeopleskillstocollaborate effectivelyandtheentrepreneurial mindsettodrivebusinessperformance
Thinkofitlikeamini-MBA: Acrossthe16monthprogramme,4modulesand12monthly Missions,thecorepersonalandinterpersonalskillsandthecriticalcommercialskillsmanagers& leadersneedtothriveinthe21stcenturywillbecovered
Engagewithhighlycurated,multimedialearningresources:Allpodcasts,videosandarticlesare arrangedineasytonavigate,Netflixstyleplaylists Theresourcesarehighlycuratedtoavoid overwhelm
Over50hoursofdigitaleventsandsimulations: Includinggamified,commercialsimulations, forumtheatres,masterclasses,networkingeventsandpeerdiscussionforums Learnershearfrom someoftoday’swisestcommercialthinkersandgettoexplorebestpracticewithpeersfromother industries
Eachlearnerhasadedicatedcoachtoguidethemthroughapersonalisedcurriculum Learners meettheircoachesforregular121leadershipdevelopmentsessions Coachessupportlearners (andadvisetheirlinemanagers)throughouttheprogramme,abouthowtoapplytheirlearningin theflowoftheirwork
Content Overview
Your ProgrammeTrainer & Facilitator
Mark Bro Training will be facilitating your events
Mark regularly delivers leadership programmes across a range of industrial contexts, from schools and sporting institutions to international organisations Mark has also delivered keynote speeches at conferences around the world
Mark specialises in the themes of Leadership Success, Behavioural Awareness and Emotional Intelligence
Mark is accredited in the use of Thomas’ PPA (DISC) and is a qualified Mental Health First Aider
Mentoring
Delivery Approach: Flipped Learning
Flipped learning is a contemporary approach to adult-learning Learners are given learning material before the event with event time then being used to deepen comfort and confidence through discussion with peers and experiential activities enabling skill development.
Prior to your participation in each learning event you will be asked to complete the event’s flipped learning pack before attending the event The total time allocated to each event’s flipped learning differs depending on the nature and content of the event but will be between 10 and 30 mins in duration
Prior to your attendance at each learning event, you will be issued with joining instructions containing the practicalities of the event as well as the flipped learning.
VirtualPeerMentoringisafantasticwaytogrowtogetheratwork; teamingupwithsomeonewhogetswhereyou’recomingfrom-it’s morerelatableandactionable.Bothpeopleshouldfeellikeyou’re gettingsomethingoutofit.Youprovidesupportandbecomea resourceforinspirationandnewopportunities.
Aftereachlearningevent,you’llbuddyupwithapeerfromyourcohort totalkabouthowyou’regoingtoapplywhatyou’velearntandhold oneanotheraccountable.You’llbegivenahandyguidetohelpyou.
VirtualGroupMentoringcreatesanenvironmentofmutualsupport, learning,andgrowth,wherelearnerssharetheirexperiences, challenges,andsuccessesandgainvaluableknowledgefrommultiple perspectivesItcreatesasupportiveandcollaborativeenvironment wherepeoplecansharetheirthoughtsandideasopenlyandhonestly Onabi-monthlybasisitbringstogether4or5learnersfromyourcohort andoneseniormentorwhoisresponsibleforsteeringtheagendaand helpingeveryonegetthemostoutoftheexperience.
Youglancearoundtheroomtoseeglazedeyes,side-conversationsandheadnodsas energydrains.Evenlivelytopicsfeeltediousafterhoursoftraditionallecture-styletraining.
SavvyfacilitatorsanticipatethesedangerousengagementdipsThekeyisstayingnimble anddeployingtherighthigh-impactactivitytore-energiseparticipantsjustwhenneeded. LikeaskilledDJ,youkeeptheenergyupby“readingtheroom”andremixingapproaches.
Allofyourparticipativeandinteractivelearningeventsaredesignedtobedifferent.You’ll worktogetheractivelytowardsaparticularobjective.You’llengageindiscussionand collaborativeactivitiestoexploreaspecifictopicwiththeopportunitytoreceivefeedback fromoneanother,growinconfidenceandgrowtogether.
Throughself-coaching-structuredself reflectivequestionpromptsandactivities,a 1:1coachingdiscussionandgroupcoaching, we’llguideyourthinkingtohelpunlockyour potential.
Self-coachingisawayoflookinginside yourselfandmakingchangestobecomethe bestversionofyourself.Figureoutyour strengthsandweaknesses,setgoalsyou knowyoucanreach,anddeviseaplanto achievethem.
Coaching Conversations
Abootcampof5x2hrinteractiveand partipativeworkshopsexploringwhat makesyouuniquesothatyouhaveaclear pictureofwhatyoustandforandwhat youwanttobeknownforinyourcareer. You’llleavefeelingempowered,confident, skilledinbusinesscommunicationand readytonavigateyourcareerwithShaw Gibbs.
Career Catalysts
Theserelaxedvirtualeventsaredesignedto provokeandinspire, facilitateexploration, analysisandcritiqueofcontemporary leadershiptheoryandconceptsand exchangeofideas.
Usingshort-formvideocontentlikeTED talksasalaunchpadfororganic conversation,youwillhavetheopportunity todiscusssomeofthecommonchallenges facingmanagersandthecreativesolutions whichcouldinspirechange
Concept Cafe
Insight Injections
Thesecollaborativevirtualsessionsare designedtocreateanenvironment whereboththetrainerandparticipants aresourcesofknowledgeandinsight. Throughyourownresearchprocessof discovery,analysisandinterpretation, you’llworkwithpeerstobuildnew knowledge,summarisewhatyou’ve learntandthenshareitacrossthe group
Buildyourknowledgeontheessentialskills ofmanagementbyunderstandingour ShawGibbs‘LeadershipWay’ managementframework.
Through1hrvirtualtalksusingan interactivewhiteboard,pollsandvideos, designedtoprovideinsightusingrealcase studies,you’llunderstandwhatweexpect fromourmanagersandwhatthatlooks likeinpracticalterms.
Coaching Conversations
Bring out the best in yourself
Engage in guided self-reflection and develop a personal development plan. Enhance your self-awareness enabling you to understand your strengths and create a plan to address your limitations and areas for growth.
Career Development Workbook 3
Content:
My Current Role
My Skills and Strengths
My Development Areas
Learning From Your Past
Preparing For Your Future
You’ll learn...
How to clarify expectations
How to set meaningful goals and targets
You’ll learn...
To develop a greater understanding of your career goals and aspirations through self-coaching
What really motivates you and get clarity on your strengths and development areas
To build more confidence by understanding your unique value proposition
The importance of commitment to motivation and achievement
The essential nature of consistency and discipline in reaching your goals
Tips for maintaining commitment
Career Progression Coaching
Content:
Each persons’ career challenge is unique, so the topics discussed in the session will be unique to you
You’re the expert in your career, this session will support you in building the skills you believe you need to manage your career
Content:
Clear expectations and goals
Commitment vs motivation
Discipline and consistency
Milestone and rewards
You’ll learn...
To find clarity in your choices and feel excited and motivated by your work
To manage blocks, barriers or fear of failure
That coaching is a partnership, where the right questions are used to help you gain more insight into your needs, uncover your potential and know how to draw on your own resources
Your Career
Career Catalysts
Charting your path to success
Content:
Importance of career mapping
Creating your career map
Skills mapping
Personal Development Planning
Leveraging transferable skills
To understand the concept of influence, recognising its various sources and how it can be leveraged in both personal and professional contexts
The essential elements of personal branding
Techniques to build self-confidence, which will help you
navigate and overcome challenges in your professional journey
How to overcome Imposter Syndrome
Supercharge your career
Unlocking potential and successbuild the skills and confidence you need to realize your potential and advance your career goals.
How to design a personalised career map that outlines your career goals, milestones and strategies for achieving them
How to develop a Personal Development Plan that focuses on continuous learning
How to identify your transferable skills and leverage them to enhance your career opportunities and adaptability in different roles
Content:
Sources of influence
Status leakage
Imposter Syndrome
Building self-confidence
Confidence map
Supercharge your career
You’ll learn...
Relentlessly pursue your own version of success
Content:
the theory of grit, its importance at work and strategies for encouraging resilience and persistence
To tap into your passion and perseverance to sustain effort and interest towards long-term goals
How to foster a growth mindset
From case studies to illustrate the application of grit and growth mindset principles
Turning conversations into career opportunities
Content:
The art of effective self-promotion
Self-Promotion techniques
Elevator Pitch
Showcasing skills
Quantifying your achievements
You’ll learn...
What is Grit and how do you measure it?
Growth mindset and demonstrating ambition
Building resilience
What self-promotion is and why it can be difficult
To speak openly about and promote your achievements
To make a powerful impression in a short space of time
Practical tips on boosting your confidence and self-worth to enable you to progress further in your career
You’ll learn...
How to develop your leadership potential
How to lead even when you aren't in a leadership position
Strategies for standing out at work
How to view every failure as a lesson in disguise
Ways to use feedback to fuel your performance
Content:
Stand out from your co-workers
Think like an entrepreneur
Showing Leadership
The true value of feedback (seeking and receiving)
Your Leadership
Building strong leaders for tomorr
Concept Cafe
What does it mean to be a contemporary inspiring leader?
Exploring the innovative ideas, insights, and opinions of visionary thought-leaders through discussion and debate.
Frequently,individualslettheiregosinterfereandbecomeengrossedinthecomplexitiesof statusandauthorityatwork,neglectingwhattrulycounts:thepeople
Inthissession,yourthought-leadershedslightonaskillsoimportanttotheprogressionand successofcompaniesthatcanalsohaveanextraordinaryimpactonthepersonaland professionalgrowthofourpeople,butisaskillthatisoftenbeingtakenforgranted?
Manytraditionalmanagementpracticesareoutdatedandcounterproductive.Shouldmanagers activelyidentifyandbreakineffectivemanagementhabitstocultivatebettermanagement practicesforthefuture?Businessesarerelyingonfutureleaderstoexhibitincreasedagility,speed, andtrustintheirmanagementapproach.
Thisthought-leaderintroducesafreshperspectiveondefyingconventionandleadingin unconventionalwayswhileadvancinginthecorporatehierarchy
Thisthought-leader’scalltoactionistoignorestatusorrankwhensolvingcomplexchallenges andadoptbehaviorsthatarenottraditionallyacceptedinleadershiproles.
Alargepartofwhatgetsusthroughdifficulttimesisconnectionandinterdependence.Rather than focusing on the things that divide us and make us different, how can we foster collaborationandcollectiveefforttodriveinnovation,buildstrongerteams,andachievemore impactfulresults?
Your Leadership
A blueprint for Shaw Gibbs managers
An introduction to the Shaw Gibbs ‘Leadership Way’ - what it means to be a great Shaw Gibbs manager, insight into the challenges they face and the behaviours that define the great from the good.
Effectively managing my time, resource, problems and work activity to complete required tasks within deadlines. Content includes a look at The Art of Prioritisation, Time management techniques, The Goal Setting Triangle.
Setting specific achievable targets and goals. Establish and review clear roles and responsibilities. Effectively distributing, delegating work. Content includes a look at the Accountability Ladder, SMARTER goal setting, Delegation. The‘LeadershipWay’isourManagementBehaviouralCompetencyFramework TheLeadership Way and our role profiles provide both technical and behavioural clarity and help managers buildacomprehensiveunderstandingofwhatisexpectedofthem. It’smadeupofthebehaviouralcompetenciesrequiredbymanagersworkingatShawGibbs. The‘InsightInjections’beenmappedtoTheLeadershipWay,pillars1,2and3. Thesebehaviourssetrealistic standardsforourmanagers,helpuscreatefairandconsistent performanceevaluationcriteria,avoidbiasandsubjectivity,andfosteracultureofcontinuous learning.
Pillar 2: The Developer ‘Emotional Intelligence for Managers’
A blueprint for Shaw Gibbs managers and creating development opportunities. Treating team members as individuals with individual needs. Recognise and understand other perspectives and emotions and practice empathy. Tailor and flex my own management style. Demonstrate responsibility for making those around me feel welcome, valued, and accepted. Content includes a look at Self-control & Social Awareness, The Importance of Behaviour Modification, The Platinum Rule of EI Virtual 1
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Pillar 2: The Developer ‘Motivate & Develop MyTeam’
Listening to, meeting and consulting with the team, providing feedback and direction Understanding what motivates and demotivates performance. Content includes a look at Motivation Strategies, Giving Feedback, Active Listening.
Pillar 3: The Leader ‘Leading Through Change’
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Recognising the stages of change and how teams react to change Creating psychological safety within your team to help your team move through change. Content includes a look at The Change Curve, What Makes & Breaks Psychological Safety.
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Pillar 3: The Leader ‘Empower & Engage My Team’ 1
Communicating and collaborating clearly and openly with confidence and optimism. Promoting a positive and strong team culture. Content includes Communicating Using A Coaching Approach, Modelling Optimism, Seeking and Receiving Feedback
Your Network
Network Ninjas
Surround yourself with career enablers
The best careers are built around the best networks - explore the importance of your network in your career, and how people help people along the way. Build a reliable professional internal and external network of career supporters and enablers.
Networking provides a platform for you to seek guidance from mentors and industry professionals. Building relationships with experienced individuals can offer insights into career paths, industry trends, and valuable advice on navigating the challenges ahead. Explore this valuable tool for career development
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The Gift of Asking For Help
We’re all hard-wired to help each other yet most of us feel uncomfortable with accepting help. Your creativity, productivity, and relationships can all take a hit when you don't ask for the support you need. Everyone has something to offer and contribute. Explore the gift of help.
Stakeholder Savvy
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A stakeholder is anyone with an interest in your activities, personal development or performance - they have a vested interest in you. The ability to organise, monitor, and actively improve your relationships with the stakeholders is a key skill of anyone wishing to advance their career. Explore the ‘whys’ and ‘must dos’ behind stakeholder management.
