Six Signs Your Company Needs Manager Development

Rapid growth should naturally translate to increased productivity. If your team size has doubled but your output hasn't, it indicates inefficiencies. Untrained managers may struggle to delegate effectively or manage larger teams, hindering productivity.

Reaching 100+ employees brings significant management complexities. Often, strong individual contributors are promoted to management roles without any formal training. While they excel in their previous positions, managing people requires a distinct skill set.

Often, when a company hasn't established a robust new hire onboarding process, it's a sign that formal manager training may also be lacking. The absence of formal training compels managers to operate without a clear framework, leading to inconsistent practices, the formation of detrimental habits, and a fundamental lack of the core skills needed for effective leadership.

High turnover is a costly and disruptive problem. 75% of employees claim to have quit their jobs because of bad managers, costing the company up to two times that employee's salary to replace them. Good managers retain top talent, , and reduce turnover by a staggering 59%.

Ambiguous roles and responsibilities create a breeding ground for inefficiency and frustration. When team members are unsure of their duties, it leads to duplicated effort, missed deadlines, and a general sense of confusion. Untrained managers often struggle to provide clear direction, delegate effectively, or set realistic expectations, exacerbating this problem.

Low morale and burnout are direct consequences of poor management, and this isn't limited to employees. Untrained managers themselves often face burnout due to a lack of skills in delegation and prioritization. Without these crucial tools, they become overwhelmed, leading to both their own exhaustion and a negative impact on their teams.