Most Managers Were Never Taught How to Lead
They were great at their jobs and they got promoted. But being a strong individual contributor and being an effective manager are two very different things. Without the right foundation, even the most talented people struggle.
60% of first-time managers fail or underperform within their first 24 months
Only 12% of leaders rate themselves as effective in key leadership skills
57% of employees quit or consider quitting due to an undertrained manager
The cost isn’t just human. It shows up in turnover, missed goals, and teams that never reach their potential.
There’s a Better Way
Momentum Management Academy is a structured, cohort-based leadership development program built for managers who are ready to lead with confidence and for the organizations that want to set them up to succeed.
Developed in partnership with Velocity Advisory Group, this program gives managers the frameworks, skills, and coaching they need to drive real results for their teams and for the business.
Managers Will Walk Away With
This isn’t a one-day seminar. Momentum Management Academy builds competency across four essential areas of management with time between sessions to apply what’s learned before the next one begins.
Workshop 1 – The True Competitive Advantage
Effective management starts with self-awareness and the ability to adapt. Managers learn to understand their own behavioral style and how it affects the people around them. They walk away with a practical, memorable framework for strengthening communication, building trust, and influencing outcomes.
- How personal behavior shapes team success
- Developing a leadership mindset that drives performance
- Mastering communication across different styles and mediums
Workshop 2 – Standards & Systems
Great managers don’t wing it. This session focuses on building the operational habits that keep teams aligned, productive, and moving forward. This includes how to run effective meetings.
- Setting clear expectations through well-defined processes and structure
- Implementing time management strategies that reduce bottlenecks
- Delegating effectively to streamline workflow and drive results
Workshop 3 – Training & Accountability
Managers learn how to turn onboarding, skill-building, and feedback into repeatable systems — not one-time events. This session equips them to develop their people with intention.
- Designing role-based onboarding that accelerates ramp time
- Identifying skill gaps and building development plans tied to business priorities
- Leading focused conversations that reinforce accountability and ownership
Workshop 4 – Coaching
The best managers are also coaches. This final session focuses on the one-on-one relationships that make teams thrive — and the communication skills that extend influence beyond the direct chain of command.
- Building the relationships that are the foundation of team success
- Holding effective one-on-one coaching sessions
- Delivering feedback that drives development, not defensiveness
Program Schedule
Cohort Learning Journey
| # | Session | Type | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| Program Launch | |||
| 1 |
Kick-off Call
Set expectations and prep for the cohort
|
Kick-off | 30 min |
| Phase 1 — Core Learning | |||
| 2 |
Workshop 1
Virtual group session
|
Workshop | 2 hr |
| 3 |
Workshop 2
Virtual group session
|
Workshop | 2 hr |
| 4 |
Reinforcement Call 1
Review progress and real-world application
|
Reinforcement | 45 min |
| Phase 2 — Applied Learning | |||
| 5 |
Workshop 3
Virtual group session
|
Workshop | 2 hr |
| 6 |
Workshop 4
Virtual group session
|
Workshop | 2 hr |
| 7 |
Reinforcement Call 2
Consolidate learning and define next steps
|
Reinforcement | 45 min |
An Investment of $1,750 Per Manager
Results Seen
Organizations that have put their managers through this program have experienced:
Turnover reduced from 43% down to 4%
95% retention rate among program participants
22–40% promotion rate from Leadership Program cohorts
Is This Program Right for Your Managers?
This program is a strong fit if any of the following sound familiar:
- You’ve recently promoted strong individual contributors into management roles, and they’re struggling with the transition
- Employee survey or 360 feedback data reveals gaps in accountability, communication clarity, or prioritization
- Teams start initiatives strong but lose momentum before the finish line
- Direct reports are unclear on expectations, ownership, or what success looks like
- Leaders are avoiding difficult conversations or delaying performance feedback
If you’re nodding, Momentum Management Academy was built for exactly this.