Transcript
Transcript: Introduction to the New Manager Development Program
[0:00 The screen is divided into three frames, each featuring an office professional: a white woman, a Black woman and a white man]
Are you a new manager that is ready to elevate your leadership game?
[0:04 A computer screen with the website for the Manager Development Program]
Join the Manager Development Program, our new and virtual cohort-based initiative.
[0:09 A calendar with weekly dates being circled on it. Animated characters representing managers appear next to it, along with the following text on screen: skills and strategies you need to excel as a people-centred leader]
Once a week over eight weeks, we'll empower you with many of the skills and strategies you need to excel as a people-centred leader that achieves results.
[0:21-0:43 The screen goes through each week's course topic one at a time]
We'll meet once a week to cover the following:
Leadership Foundations in the Public Service
Supporting Your Well-Being
Developing Self-awareness, Listening and Empathy
Using a Coaching Approach to Get Results
Communicating and Connecting for Understanding and Impact
Fostering Engaged and Inclusive Teams
Leading Through Complex Change
Sharing My Leadership Journey
[0:44-0:53 A clock in the background. Text on screen: Being a manager in the public service can be rewarding and demanding. Then the screen switches to a cellphone with an increasing number notifications appearing above it.]
We understand - being a manager in the Public Service can be rewarding and also demanding, with constant changes and multiple responsibilities.
[0:54-1:02 A black haired woman of colour stands in front of a glass wall, writing on post-it notes. A white-haired white woman leads a group of employees in an intimate conversation.]
You have the skills, and we're here to help you refine and expand them. How can you build psychological safety and trust within your team? How do you navigate difficult conversations?
[1:03-1:11 The clock, cellphone and two women we saw earlier are each repeated on screen in separate quadrants.]
Our program is here to support you, offering practical advice and strategies to confidently tackle these challenges and more, setting you up for success in your role.
[1:13-1:22 An animated toolbox opens, revealing a series of icons. Text on screen: group discussions, interactive presentations, self-directed learning, videos.]
We use diverse learning modalities, including group discussions, interactive presentations, self-directed learning, and videos to reinforce key concepts.
[1:23-1:33 A Black man wearing earbuds and sitting in an office speaks to multiple people appearing virtually on his screen.]
All eight sessions take place inside a facilitator-led virtual classroom with learners from across the public service.
[1:34-1:38 Text on screen: engaging, insightful, practical.]
Our objective is to ensure that the six hours you devote on each learning day is engaging, insightful and practical – a wise investment of your time.
[1:39-1:45 A icon of a group of people with the words "cohort experience" appearing just above. The screen transitions to a white woman sitting in front of her computer grabs a pair of headphones.]
The heart of the program lies in the cohort experience, where you'll not only gain valuable knowledge but also build a strong professional network.
[1:46-1:54 A Black man appears in the centre of a virtual team meeting, waving and talking to others on screen. Then the screen transitions to a diverse group of employees standing and in front of a glass wall covered in post-its, discussing what's on them.]
Engaging with peers in a collaborative environment enhances learning, allowing you to share insights, tackle challenges together, and grow as a group.
[1:55-2:01 A boardroom seated with employees and an instructor at the front, writing on a whiteboard.]
This collective experience is key to your success as a new manager, offering support and diverse perspectives to enrich your journey.
[2:05-2:14 An animated pathway appears, with the following text appearing as points along it: showcase personal growth, share insights, how you plan to apply new leadership skills.]
At the end of this transformative program, you will have the opportunity to showcase your personal growth, share your insights, and how you plan to apply these new leadership skills in your role as a new manager.
[2:15-2:19 A Black man shakes the hand of the white man seated across from him.]
Now, here's the critical ingredient for success—your dedication.
[2:20-2:30 The icons for Microsoft Outlook, Microsoft Teams and a cellphone each appear on screen. Above them is the text "Do not disturb".]
It's about securing support from your organization and treating the designated time for this program with full commitment. Your dedication is the driving force that will turn your managerial aspirations into accomplishments.
[2:31-2:39 Text on screen: Connect with your departmental learning coordinator, followed by: Enroll in the Manager Development Program (LPL 146).]
Connect with your departmental learning coordinator to enroll in the Manager Development Program today! We're excited to start this learning journey with you.
[2:41-2:51 The CSPS logo appears on screen. Text appears on screen: canada.ca/ecole. The government of Canada logo appears on screen.]
