Communication Strategies for Managers
Kim Nicol
Exec Coach 🌎 The New Manager Podcast
Become a more calm, confident leader.
✅ People are human. Humans vary. Working with and leading a diverse team takes skill.
✅ Skills are learnable. Soft skills like communication, executive presence, leadership mindset, and relationship building are critical for every manager in any organization.
✅ Managing is an art. You'll learn faster and see real results when you're set up to succeed.
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What to expect.
This course is designed for kind, busy people who want practical tools they can easily use at work now.
(This is NOT a bootcamp style course that will leave you feeling overwhelmed or unsure of how to apply the material in your specific workplace.)
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How to succeed.
Students who get the most from this course:
➡️ Come to class.
➡️ Take small steps each week to apply what they learn.
➡️ Read the material and write their answers to the Reflection Questions.
➡️ Value a human-centered approach to leadership, and want practical, hands-on, project-based learning.
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🌿 Personal growth and professional development go hand in hand. You communicate every day. You will use what you learn in class to enhance your work life and enrich your personal life.
What you’ll learn
Equip yourself to communicate more effectively everyday, and enjoy your work (and life!) more.
Communication is not one-size-fits-all.
Be effective in a variety of situations, contexts, and cultures.
Communicate to build connection and trust.
Facilitate change with empathy and influence.
Lead your team through uncertainty and new challenges.
Set the tone and develop your executive presence.
Face stressful situations without absorbing the stress yourself.
Design better 1:1s and team meetings.
Craft your schedule to work for you.
Give, receive, and request feedback with confidence.
Learn how to be direct and kind -- even if you're conflict averse.
Regain your time and energy when you no longer avoid the hard convos.
Share your vision or perspective, and shift how people see you.
Advocate for yourself -- even if you're self-reliant and don't like to ask for anything.
Learn directly from Kim
Kim Nicol
Executive Coach & Host of The New Manager Podcast
Who this course is for
New managers who want foundational skills to be more calm, influential, and effective every day.
Experienced managers who face new challenges and want a fresh perspective, new ideas, and path forward.
Aspiring managers who want a head start on getting the skills and strategies that will help them advance in their career.
What's included
Live sessions
Learn directly from Kim Nicol in a real-time, interactive format.
Lifetime access
Go back to course content and recordings whenever you need to.
Community of peers
Stay accountable and share insights with like-minded professionals.
Certificate of completion
Share your new skills with your employer or on LinkedIn.
Maven Guarantee
This course is backed by the Maven Guarantee. Students are eligible for a full refund up until the halfway point of the course.
Course syllabus
12 live sessions • 29 lessons • 5 projects
Week 1
Jan
7
Class 1 - Introductions & Intentions
Jan
7
Class 1 - Introductions & Intentions
Become more responsive and less reactive. Intentions vs Goals.
📺 Class 1 Replays
Week 2
Jan
14
Class 2 - Effective Communication
Jan
14
Class 2 - Effective Communication
What makes communication effective?
📺 Class 2 Replays
Schedule
Live sessions
1-2 hrs / week
Class is 1-hour a week. Attend the class time that works for you, either: 11am or 3pm Pacific Time. All classes are recorded.
Wed, Jan 7
7:00 PM—8:00 PM (UTC)
Wed, Jan 7
11:00 PM—12:00 AM (UTC)
Wed, Jan 14
7:00 PM—8:00 PM (UTC)
Success stories
- I learned a lot about wholehearted leadership and feedback as a form of service. Her expertise gave me a working map and a solid toolkit on how to navigate a fast-paced, dynamic workplace. Now, I feel equipped to not only manage and mentor others, but I also know how to coach myself.
Francis H.
Group Product Manager - I was in the transition from IC to a manager position. There are lots of new muscles that I need to build while rethinking how to grow the team. Now I feel more confident and well-prepared for a lot of crucial conversations for this role.
Jessica Z.
Data Science Manager - I knew I wanted to be a confident leader but I wasn’t sure how to speak up for myself or set boundaries. Kim helped me figure out how to successfully advocate for myself and my coworkers. I also trust myself more, and am taking on bigger opportunities."
Laurel T.
Climate Impact Associate - I gave my first performance review with my new direct report and directly used my new tools from Kim's course. It felt more comfortable, deeper, and more productive than I have previously experienced as a provider or recipient of feedback!
Lauren H.
People Operations - After working with Kim, I have a stronger sense of confidence as a manager and no longer cower at the thought of sharing my opinions during large meetings or shy away from opportunities to present my work.
Courtney P.
Senior Content Strategist - Kim is one of the most encouraging teachers I've ever had. Not only did she create a collaborative and supportive learning environment during our weekly sessions, but she provided concrete tools for navigating tough conversations.
Rachel J.
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Frequently asked questions
$875
USD