Set a Solid Foundation
Transitioning into a supervisory position comes with a unique set of challenges—managing teams, making critical decisions, and communicating effectively at all levels. This leadership training provides modern tools and proven strategies to help employees succeed in their new role, ensuring a smooth transition and long-term impact.
What You’ll Learn
Leadership isn’t about a title—it’s about influence, communication, and action. Whether you’re stepping into your first supervisory role or preparing to move up in the future, this course will help you build the confidence and skills to lead effectively.
Here’s a look at what these two days are packed with—practical skills you can apply immediately.
Day One
The Art of Influencing Others
- Build rapport and develop genuine relationships
- Improve communication skills—both verbal and nonverbal
- Recognize common barriers to communication
- Use communication styles to tailor your message effectively
Motivating Employees to Be Their Best
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Understand intrinsic factors that drive motivation
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Foster positive feelings and remove obstacles
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Encourage open, shared communication
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Build trust and psychological safety
Day Two:
Assertiveness Skills
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Ask for what you need with clarity and respect
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Handle confrontations gracefully
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Share ideas and feedback with confidence
Navigating Difficult Conversations
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Take control of challenging situations
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Strengthen relationships by reducing negative backlash
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Embrace confrontation instead of avoiding it
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Understand the long-term benefits for individuals and the organization
Who Should Attend
- Newly promoted and aspiring Supervisors who need additional knowledge and skills to prepare for their upcoming roles.
- Team Leaders: who want to acquire leadership skills to better manage and guide their teams.
- Frontline Supervisors who want to develop skills to engage and motivate their teams, resolve conflicts, and address performance issues.
- Shift Managers who want to coordinate activities, delegate tasks, and maintain productivity more effectively.
- Department Managers who are looking for more tools to help them engage and communicate with their teams more successfully.
- Project Leaders who need to motivate team members, manage conflicts, and ensure project success without formal authority.
About the Course
- Led by an experienced professional who has a proven track record of success.
- Includes a variety of teaching methods – lectures, case studies, and group activities
- Content Level: Beginner
- Prerequisites: N/A. If you are unsure if this class is right for you, please contact Andrew Lane
- Course Requirements: N/A
- WedNET Eligible: Yes. This course is generally reimbursable under the WedNET PA state training grant at $2,000 per employee (subject to eligibility, funding, and compliance). At your request, our on-staff grant specialists would be pleased to assist you in applying for this or other funding programs available to reduce your net investment.
Upcoming Courses

Leadership Core Skills Training
Dates: November 11 & 18, 2025
Time: 8:00 am – 4:30 pm
Price: $1299.00
Location: MANTEC – Knowledge Park, 427 Kings Mill Road, York, PA 17401
If you have questions about any courses, please contact Andrew Lane.