60% of new managers fail within the first 24 months. Yup 60% this number should surely not be surprising given most manager are excellent independent contributors promoted to management positions. Switching to a people manager role has its own challenges, but we all know managers are way too busy to upskill on their own. So here is comprehensive list for all the learning and development folks out there trying to curate a manager training journey. Good Luck, your managers and people in general are going to be super happy you are taking this effort.

• Prep your Trainee's
  Trainee's need to understand “they don't know what they don't know”. Ensure learners understand your larger vision.

• Fit the Training to their Schedule
  Managers have a lot going on. Use blended mediums. Provide maximum value for their training time.

• Choose the Right Medium
  People's skills are hardly learnt in front of a computer. Use experiential learning + gamification to make the journey engaging.

• Create a Journey
  One-off interventions can only do so much. Prefer physical trainings, people management skills should be learnt with people.

• Personalised Support
  Training should prioritise trainee-centric instructions. Having a coach for transition is absolute winner.

• Organisational Support
  Training should be incorporated into the organizational culture. Every new manager should know the org is going to be there to support him in the transition.

• Social Learning
  Foster shared experiences for collaborative learning, change navigation, and lasting impact. Peer-to-peer learning inspires teamwork, boosts engagement, and productivity.

• Maintain Feedback, Maintain Budget.
  Maintain feedback loop. Identify areas of improvement and support accordingly. In tight-budget scenarios, identify key individuals and skills to maximize L&D budget impact.

I know this seems like a lot but trust me good managers are the best gift you can give your employees. Bonobo curates experiential learning journeys for managers - sign up on the contact us page to know more.