Helping emerging leaders step confidently into their roles by mastering the communication, practical frameworks and self-awareness tools needed to lead with impact today.
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In-Person Cohort
Held at the centre of Waterloo Region’s tech ecosystem.
- Format: EQ assessment + Full-day workshops (November 19 & 26)
- Location: In-person, Communitech Hub (Kitchener)
- Cost: $1,700 Non-member | $850 Member
Registration closes Monday, November 9, 2026
Virtual Cohort
Exclusively for leaders based outside of the Waterloo Region.*
- Format: EQ assessment + Half-day workshops (January 27, February 4, 11 & 18)
- Times: 1 - 4:30 p.m. EST (10 a.m. - 1:30 p.m. PST)
- Location: Online
- Cost: $1,700 Non-member | $850 Member
Registration closes Wednesday, January 17, 2027
*Virtual seats are highly limited. If you are based outside Waterloo Region and want to secure a spot, please get in touch with our team or reach out to your HR leader to register.
Nailed the job. Now, lead the team
Moving from individual contributor to manager is a massive shift. Led by executive facilitator Jenn Porritt, this program empowers new people managers (with less than 2 years of experience) to step confidently into their roles using practical frameworks, tools and communication models. Over a 25-year career in HR and leadership development, Jenn has empowered 5,000+ individuals through 475+ custom training sessions.
How we help
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Guided Transition Support: Gain the confidence needed to shift smoothly from being an individual contributor to a people manager.
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Tactical Frameworks: Equip yourself with concrete, ready-to-use templates and communication models.
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Lasting Peer Network: Reinforce your learning and build deep professional bonds through a post-program peer circle.
What you'll learn
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EQ & Self-Awareness: Develop the emotional intelligence and self-regulation required to lead others effectively through an individual assessment.
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Trust & Change Management: Build empathy-driven trust to keep your team engaged, aligned and productive through periods of uncertainty.
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Management Mechanics: Master the steps to run high-impact 1:1 meetings, deliver actionable feedback and address performance issues early.
Still not sure if Leadership WTF is right for you?
Connect with your account manager or our program manager to learn more.
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