The “Become a Great People Manager” workshop, scheduled to take center stage at Mandarina Colombo on December 17, 2024, is poised to revolutionize the way managers lead in today’s dynamic workplace environment. This event promises to equip participants with the skills and frameworks needed to inspire their teams, foster meaningful connections, and elevate overall performance. Designed for leaders at all levels, the workshop goes beyond conventional management techniques, offering innovative strategies to build trust, empower employees, and drive impactful results. By addressing the evolving challenges of modern leadership, it aims to create a new generation of managers capable of transforming team dynamics and achieving sustainable organizational success.

The workshop will be led by Maithily Bhupatkar, an expert in leadership development and people management, currently serving as the Head of Content & Facilitation Vertical at the Great Manager Institute, India, and Head of Consulting Delivery - Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Practice at the Great Place to Work® Institute, India. With her wealth of experience, Maithily will deliver actionable insights tailored to address organizational challenges while sharing industry best practices.

The workshop tailored for individuals across all managerial levels, including C-level executives, senior managers, HR professionals, focuses on key topics designed to enhance managerial effectiveness and foster leadership excellence. Participants will explore Leadership Development: From Intent to Impact, gaining insights into transforming leadership goals into tangible results. The session will introduce the Connect-Develop-Inspire© Framework, a proven model for building strong team connections, driving growth, and motivating individuals. Attendees will also examine various People Management Styles, allowing them to adapt their approach to diverse workplace scenarios. Additionally, the workshop will present a comprehensive Framework for Designing Effective People Practices, enabling managers to create systems that promote engagement and productivity. To round off the session, participants will learn Industry Best Practices, offering real-world strategies to address current challenges and drive success in their organizations.

Kshanika Ratnayaka, Director and CEO of Great Place to Work® Sri Lanka, stated The ‘Become a Great People Manager’ workshop is designed to empower managers with the tools they need to succeed in today’s Workplace. By leveraging the Connect-Develop-Inspire© framework and creating personalized action plans, this workshop will provide participants with the insights and tools needed to foster high-trust, high-performing teams, enhance team dynamics, and drive employee retention and productivity, ultimately creating workplace environments where both individuals and organizations thrive.”

Overall, this workshop offers an invaluable opportunity for professionals, whether seasoned managers or emerging leaders, to elevate their managerial effectiveness by refining their leadership style, fostering a culture of trust and collaboration, and implementing strategies that drive meaningful change and promote both team and organizational success.

Photo Caption - Maithily Bhupatkar