NEXT GENERATION LEADERS LEVELUP

Leaders lead people. 

They build teams, set the vision, understand, engage, motivate and develop their team members.

They need to be able to leverage different leadership styles depending on circumstances.

LevelUP is a Leadership Development program built to turn managers with potential into effective leaders by focusing on building Emotional Intelligence skills and providing practical approaches to building High Performance Teams through good recruiting, coaching and talent development. In addition, students learn how to set effective goals and how to successfully lead projects and group activities. They will also gain an understanding of business strategy.

“Only 3 things happen naturally in organizations:
Friction, Confusion and Underperformance.
Everything else requires leadership”

Peter Drucker
Management and Leadership Guru

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OUR PROGRAM

Level Up focuses on the unique challenges and opportunities facing managers today. The curriculum blends essential hard and soft skills, empowering participants to connect with, motivate, and retain a multi-generational workforce.

Through practical lessons and real-world application, managers will learn to:

  • Communicate effectively across multiple platforms
  • Build empathetic, accountable relationships with their teams
  • Foster engagement and ownership in every employee
  • Lead with clarity, confidence, and cultural awareness

By investing in your managers today, you’re not just filling roles, you’re building the foundation for a stronger, more resilient workforce tomorrow.

“Management is doing things right. Leadership is doing the right things”

Peter Drucker
Management and Leadership Guru

OUTCOMES

  • Target Student Group
  • Course Structure
  • LEVELUP Topics
  • 15 Month Program

Target Student Group

The course is targeted at students who have the potential to rise to more senior levels within their organizations. They will likely already have some management experience that will enable them to identify with the example scenarios that will be discussed throughout the course.

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Course Structure

The course consists of 15 modules. Each module starts with homework assignments featuring videos (including Youtube, TED Talks etc) and articles (including Harvard Business Review, Fortune Magazine, Business Insider and Forbes), Homework is generally supplemented by a practical exercise and will likely take the student 1 to 1 ½ hrs to complete. There is monthly group meeting of approximately 3 hours (depending on class size).

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LEVELUP Topics

• Emotional Intelligence – Understanding What Drives
Behavior
• How to Communicate Effectively
• Building a High Performance Team – Goal Setting and
Accountability
• Motivating and Creating Employee Engagement
• GROW Coaching Method and Developing Employees
• Project Leadership and Effective Delegation
• Hiring the Right People and Dealing with Poor
Performance
• Creating a Culture of Transparency and Trust
• Maximizing Employee Initiative and Innovation
• Building Business Strategy
• Understanding Leadership Styles

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15 Month Program

Monthly Self Study/Homework

  •  1 – 1 ½ hours
  • Videos & Reading
  • Practical Exercise

 Monthly Meeting

  • 3 hours In-Person
  • Expansion and discussion around the month’s topic
  • Group exercises
  • Opportunity for peer level topics

FAQ

We’ve included some frequently asked questions about our LevelUP program below. Have any other questions? Feel free to reach out using the form below.

Level Up is built for frontline and mid-level managers who are ready to grow their leadership skills and adapt to the demands of a modern workforce. Whether you’re newly promoted or looking to refine your management approach, this course will help you lead with greater impact.

The course consists of 15 modules. Each module starts with homework assignments featuring videos (including Youtube, TED Talks etc) and articles (including Harvard Business Review, Fortune Magazine, Business Insider and Forbes), Homework is generally supplemented by a practical exercise and will likely take the student 1 to 1 ½ hrs to complete. There is monthly group meeting of approximately 3 hours (depending on class size).

Monthly Self Study/Homework 1 – 1 ½ hours Videos & Reading Practical Exercise Monthly Meeting 3 hours In-Person Expansion and discussion around the month’s topic as it applies to each manager’s company role Group exercises Opportunity for peer level topics

Course Resources available throughout the course in Google Drive and at the end on a USB drive for each student.

Course Assessments included in the program: DISC profile Pre and Post EQ assessment EQ Checklist Leadership Style Assessment Monthly Self Improvement Commitments

Students learn how to set effective goals and how to successfully lead projects and group activities. They will also gain an understanding of business strategy, applying new leadership styles, and learn how to lead by understanding themselves and other’s motivations better.

TAKE IT FROM US

Overall, I thought the course was phenomenal. The course material is definitely beneficial to any individual coming into and or already in a leadership role in their company and can only make them better leaders. I thoroughly enjoyed the experience and opportunity. I would do it again and/or consider taking additional courses in the future.
Jonathan S.
Senior Project Manager
Thank you, again, for a wonderful course! I really enjoyed it and all the practical takeaways I’ll use going forward.
Catherine P.
Marketing Director
Each and every lesson brought to us each month was valuable. Mike was especially aware to keep each of us engaged and involved in the discussion. I find myself to be more cognizant of my role and often refer back to several lessons…to reinforce positive leadership traits and also to avoid poor ones.
Mike D.
Senior Network Manager
I gained valuable insights on becoming a better leader…well-structured program…open discussions…Mike Cook’s vast knowledge and real-world experience made him the perfect instructor. I have more tools in my leadership bag which allows me to be a better leader.
Mohamed N.
Senior Engineering Leader
It was informative, thinking out of our comfort levels of not only being technical but also a people person…be clear in our communication top down. Involving folks in the decision making, delegation…increasing the scope of accountability…Reward folks who are doing a good job. Liked best: Interactions with the group…examples were realistic to day-to-day problems we encounter.
Rossania S.
Network Infrastructure Suport
This course has given me different perspectives on leadership…enhanced my leadership skills at work…made me become a better listener at home which in turn makes me a better husband. Now I’m more intentional about having one on one conversations and checking in regularly…open and honest dialogue. Liked best: It forces you to participate and interact with other leaders.
Darron W.
Senior Operations & Customer Experience Leader
LevelUP really gave me lots of tools to use on daily basis…share time with leaders in other verticals and bounce ideas. I have become more empathetic…meeting frequently with my team…started looking for the interest level and strengths of the team members…
Hetal J.
Technical Director
The overall content of the course is great…homework before every class, practical exercises, group discussions…flows so well! I have started practicing majority of tools and styles we learned during the course.
Hanumant S.
The content was relevant, easily understood and was delivered in an engaging manner…improved my ability to lead with empathy and clarity and be a coach, not a taskmaster. I have let go and trust my team more…assigned tasks based on their strengths and talents…fostered a positive work environment where free open communication…is the norm.
Agnes A.
Principal Network Engineer
I found the course to be critical to my development as a leader…colleagues…have noted that I have had a very noticeable shift in my behavior and presence. My approach to how I handle and react to business changes has evolved out of emotional reactions and into more logical thinking.
Michelle R.
Manager II – Community/Social Media
The content of the class was thorough. Mike did a great job leading the class, asking questions and providing feedback.” Liked best: “Being spread-out over 15 months did not provide any impacts to existing workloads.
David B.
The 15-month course has been very helpful in strengthening my personal and leadership characteristics…useful tools for improving self-awareness, communication and overall leadership effectiveness. Listening to participants share their experiences, combined with Mike’s guidance…gave me a clearer and broader perspective.
Praveen S.
Manager II – Manufacturing Operations
The course was a valuable experience…content was practical and directly applicable…balance between theory and real-world examples made the learning more relatable. More intentional about how I lead and engage with my team, connect individual tasks to overall company mission…
Chaitanya T.

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