The Institute for Management Studies

A change in title alone doesn't magically provide a new leader with all the skills needed for success. And yet, almost 60% of managers never receive training for their first leadership role! Our team at IMS is here to change that. We graduated two cohorts from our New Manager Program in 2024 to RAVE reviews! We are launching the 1st cohort for 2025 on March 25 - do NOT delay in saving your seat! The secret sauce to this program is a blend of targeted, impactful 2.5 hour workshops with three of our best experts for new leaders - Ellen Burts-Cooper , MBA, PhD, MBB, Dr. Noah Barsky and Ann Tardy, CPA, JD, CSP AND personal and group coaching with hand-selected ICF-certified coaches with over a decade of experience. These coaches are well-versed in the program content and will offer reinforcement coaching to all participants on a monthly basis, along with assessments and personalized recommendations. We also have a 2nd cohort for 2025 launching on September 23, so mark your calendars!

𝐓𝐡𝐞 𝐌𝐢𝐫𝐚𝐜𝐥𝐞 𝐄𝐪𝐮𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧: 𝐓𝐡𝐞 𝐒𝐞𝐜𝐫𝐞𝐭 𝐭𝐨 𝐀𝐜𝐡𝐢𝐞𝐯𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐄𝐱𝐭𝐫𝐚𝐨𝐫𝐝𝐢𝐧𝐚𝐫𝐲 💡💪 What do high achievers have in common? They follow a proven formula. Hal Elrod’s Miracle Equation shows how unwavering belief and determined action create the foundation for incredible success. 🔹 Unshakable Belief – Trust that your goals are achievable, even when challenges arise. 🔹 Relentless Action – Put in the necessary work, no matter how tough the journey gets. By pairing deep faith with consistent effort, you unlock the potential for greatness. How do you implement the Miracle Equation in your life? Share your thoughts below! 👇 📢 Don’t miss Hal Elrod’s program with The Institute for Management Studies on March 6th. Register today! (https://lnkd.in/g5JstkuN) #HalElrod #SuccessFormula #MiracleEquation #AchieveMore #MindsetForSuccess

It's the last day of February, then we're MARCHING through March, then April will be here before you know it. Why not get a head-start on planning for a great Q2? Check out our 1-minute video schedule for April, then register for the program(s) that catch your interest! 4/3 | Virtual 3-Hour From Player to Coach: Making the Successful Transition to Management with Dr. Woody Woodward, PhD, PCC 4/8 | Virtual 1-Hour | Complimentary Smart, not Loud: How to get Noticed at Work for all the Right Reasons with Jessica Chen *** note NEW date*** 4/15 | Virtual 3-Hour One Day MBA: the Critical Stuff They Don't Teach in Business School with Lew Jaffe - CEO, Speaker, Award-Winning Professor 4/17 | Virtual 3-Hour The Changing Role Of Leadership: How Good Leaders Become Great Leaders with Mike McCartney 4/24 | Virtual 3-Hour Leading with Emotional Intelligence with Brenda Bailey Hughes 429 | Virtual 3-Hour Boosting Productivity: Time Management Tactics for Working Smarter with Helene Segura, M.A. Ed., CPO®

𝐓𝐡𝐞 𝐏𝐨𝐰𝐞𝐫 𝐨𝐟 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐑𝐢𝐠𝐡𝐭 𝐌𝐢𝐧𝐝𝐬𝐞𝐭 𝐢𝐧 𝐑𝐞𝐚𝐜𝐡𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐘𝐨𝐮𝐫 𝐆𝐨𝐚𝐥𝐬 💡🚀 Your mindset is the foundation of success. Hal Elrod emphasizes how cultivating the right mental attitude can propel you toward your biggest dreams. 🔹 Believe in Yourself – Confidence drives action. When you trust your abilities, success becomes inevitable. 🔹 Commit to Consistency – Achieving big goals is about making small, daily steps toward them. 🔹 Learn from Setbacks – Treat failures as valuable lessons that push you closer to your goal. With the right mindset, you’re unstoppable. What shifts in mindset have made a difference for you? Let’s chat below! 👇 #HalElrod #MindsetForSuccess #GoalAchievement #PersonalDevelopment #UnstoppableMindset

Women leaders face unique challenges – and opportunities. One of the things women leaders are most known for is taking care of their teams, their families and their communities – sometimes to their own detriment. Did you know that IMS now offers a series of programs designed specifically for women leaders – and led by some of our most trusted and inspirational women thought leaders? It’s true! We have three amazing women educators lined up already - and we would LOVE to see you make a passionate and energetic commitment to your own development by joining us for the series! 3/20 - Candace Doby - Own Your Brilliance 6/5 - Sally Helgesen - Building Lasting Relationships & Brilliant Teams 9/25 - Jeanne Porter King, PhD, BCC - Leveraging Interpersonal Impact As always, please let us know how we can help support you and your development!

Great Leaders Don’t Simmer—They Boil Over with Impact Some leaders operate on autopilot. Great leaders ignite a movement. 🔥 What fuels you? What’s the passion that makes you step up, speak out, and inspire others? At IMS, we help leaders tap into their Boiling Point—the moment where passion and purpose collide, creating leadership that’s impossible to ignore. ✅ Find what drives you ✅ Channel your energy into influence ✅ Lead with conviction that others feel and follow This isn’t about leading for the sake of it. It’s about leading with purpose that resonates—so your impact isn’t just heard, it’s felt. 🚀 Ready to ignite your leadership and go beyond the boiling point? 👉 Join IMS and turn your passion into a lasting influence. 🔗 [https://lnkd.in/g93ETtt] #LeadershipDevelopment #PassionToPurpose #LeadWithFire #BoilingPoint #IMSLeadership

Admit it. There's at LEAST one difficult person you have to work with on a regular basis. Rather than rehashing their latest diatribe at happy hour, how about learning specific strategies that are targeted JUST for their specific flavor of difficult?? Join Dr. Rick Brinkman on March 27 to learn how to deal with difficult people. Dr. Brinkman will share his proven strategies to handle: Whining, Negativity, Attacks, Tantrums, Snipers, Know-it-Alls, Think-They- Know-it-Alls, as well as Yes, Maybe and Nothing people. His Conscious Communication® approach is based on the belief that good communication skills are the foundation of all relationships and the lifeblood of effective leadership, teamwork, and service.

𝐓𝐡𝐞 𝐋𝐞𝐚𝐝𝐞𝐫𝐬𝐡𝐢𝐩 𝐒𝐮𝐩𝐞𝐫𝐩𝐨𝐰𝐞𝐫: 𝐆𝐞𝐧𝐮𝐢𝐧𝐞 𝐀𝐩𝐩𝐫𝐞𝐜𝐢𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 🙌✨ Great leaders don’t just set expectations—they take the time to recognize and appreciate the people who make success happen. Dr. Ellen Burts-Cooper highlights how intentional appreciation strengthens teams, boosts morale, and drives long-term success. 🔹 Increase Engagement – People are more invested when they feel valued. 🔹 Strengthen Team Trust – Recognition fosters loyalty and deeper connections. 🔹 Enhance Performance – A culture of gratitude fuels motivation and results. A little acknowledgment goes a long way. How do you ensure your team feels appreciated? Drop your thoughts below! 👇 📢 Don’t miss Ellen Burts-Cooper, MBA, PhD, MBB’s program with The Institute for Management Studies on Feb 27th. Register today! #EllenBurtsCooper #LeadershipGrowth #WorkplaceCulture #EmployeeRecognition #LeadWithGratitude

𝐒𝐦𝐚𝐫𝐭 𝐋𝐞𝐚𝐝𝐞𝐫𝐬 𝐊𝐧𝐨𝐰 𝐖𝐡𝐞𝐧 𝐭𝐨 𝐒𝐭𝐞𝐩 𝐁𝐚𝐜𝐤 🔑🤝 Leadership isn’t about doing it all—it’s about trusting your team to take ownership. Dr. Ellen Burts-Cooper highlights how strategic delegation fuels success by strengthening teams and driving results. 🔹 Work Smarter, Not Harder – Focus on what truly requires your attention. 🔹 Empower & Elevate – Delegation helps others build confidence and skills. 🔹 Foster a Culture of Trust – When leaders delegate, teams feel valued and engaged. The strongest leaders aren’t just great doers—they’re great delegators. How do you ensure you’re delegating effectively? Let’s talk below! 👇 📢 Don’t miss Ellen Burts-Cooper , MBA, PhD, MBB's program with The Institute for Management Studies on Feb 27th. Register today! (https://lnkd.in/gPUBR79W) #EllenBurtsCooper #LeadershipGrowth #DelegationSkills #TeamEmpowerment #StrongerTogether

February ends next week, can you believe it?? With that said, we would love to have you spend 1 minute watching our video about our exceptional March schedule - and spend 2 minutes signing up for your favorite program(s)! 3/6 | Virtual 1-Hour | Complimentary The Miracle Morning: Guaranteed to Transform Your Life (Before 8am) with Hal Elrod 3/11 | Virtual 3-Hour Leadership Tactics to Increase Engagement, Efficiency and Results with Dr. Cory Scheer 3/13| Virtual 3-Hour Breakthrough Ideas: Becoming a More Strategic Thinker with Dr. Julia Sloan 3/18 | Virtual 3-Hour Leadership Presence: Sending All the Right Signals with Carol Kinsey Goman, Ph.D. 3/20 | Virtual 3-Hour | Women's Leadership Series Equipping Women Leaders to Own Their Brilliance with Candace Doby 3/27 | Virtual 3-Hour Dealing with Difficult People: Bringing Out the Best in Others with Dr. Rick Brinkman