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Building organizational capability depends on equipping managers with the right skills at the right time. Following strong uptake of its first Expert Skill Bite, Mindtools Kineo has launched five new bite-sized masterclasses to help managers learn from the best and to support organizations to strengthen management capability. These new Expert Skill Bites<\/a> are based on cutting edge Mindtools Kineo research, written and presented by external experts who are authors, keynote speakers and thought leaders in their field. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Dr Michaela Heigl, Executive Director, Off-the-Shelf Learning Solutions at Mindtools Kineo, <\/strong>says:<\/strong> <\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u2018We’ve partnered with leading experts to bring content to managers they simply can’t get anywhere else \u2013 and we’ve packaged it in a way that\u2019s motivational, practical, and actually works. <\/em> <\/p>\n\n\n\n

These Expert Skill Bites tackle the topics managers and leaders tell us they find most challenging, giving them research-backed advice that builds both capability and confidence. That\u2019s how we deliver the performance impact organizations are looking for.\u2019 <\/em> <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The new Expert Skill Bites build on the success of Mastering AI for Managers, launched last year with Dr Marcus Bernhardt. This received strong engagement, with over 2,200 downloads from managers seeking short, sharp learning they could put into action straightaway.  In response, Mindtools Kineo is now extending the range with five additional Expert Skill Bites, each addressing a core, real-world management challenge.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Expert Skill Bites follow the format of the already popular Skill Bites series created for modern management realities. Each starts with a short, practical coaching session, managers make a commitment, practice it in the workplace, then reflect, build on it, and apply the next step. On completion, they earn a Credly digital badge. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Learning and Development leaders can assign Skill Bites and Expert Skill Bites to any number of managers, without asking them to sign up to long programmes or take extended time away from their job. They can also be added to an existing management development programme.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Paul Buller, Head of Content at Mindtools Kineo, says: <\/strong> <\/p>\n\n\n\n

 \u2018It\u2019s so important that managers get the learning they tell us they need. With these new Expert Skill Bites, we\u2019re able to help managers, in the flow of work, with the well-researched and expert guidance that individuals and organizations around the world trust us to deliver.\u2019<\/em> <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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The five new Expert Skill Bites are: <\/strong> <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Relationship Building for Managers <\/strong> <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Coach and consultant, Nick Smallman helps managers\u00a0move beyond transactional\u00a0communication to build stronger, more productive relationships<\/a>. The course focuses on\u00a0relational communication strategies that deepen trust, strengthen\u00a0engagement,\u00a0and\u00a0improve collaboration.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Being Ready for Tough Conversations <\/strong> <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Silicon Valley executive and\u00a0author,\u00a0Mahesh Guruswamy\u00a0shows managers\u00a0how to prepare for and handle difficult conversations<\/a> \u2013 from\u00a0performance issues to delivering\u00a0bad news\u00a0\u2013 with confidence and clarity.\u00a0\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Getting Empathy Right <\/strong> <\/p>\n\n\n\n

International empathy advocate and best-selling author Mimi Nicklin explores how\u00a0managers can apply\u00a0empathy<\/a>\u00a0effectively at work. The course focuses on balancing empathy with objectivity, strengthening relationships, and making better\u00a0decisions\u00a0in complex situations.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Presentation Skills for Managers <\/strong> <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Actor,\u00a0trainer\u00a0and communication expert Frankie Kemp\u00a0demonstrates\u00a0how presentation skills underpin\u00a0everyday management, from influencing stakeholders to sharing ideas clearly. Managers learn\u00a0how to adapt their approach for different audiences while building confidence\u00a0and authenticity.\u00a0\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Essential Skills for New Managers<\/strong> <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Former Microsoft executive and now CEO\u00a0coach Sabina Nawaz\u00a0equips new managers with practical tools to handle the realities of leadership<\/a>, including the pressures of power, performance,\u00a0and people, helping them lead with greater impact from the outset.\u00a0\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

All Expert Skill Bites are available to individual Mindtools members and organizations within the Mindtools Content Hub.  Visit www.mindtools.com<\/a> for full details.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n

About Mindtools Kineo   <\/h4>\n\n\n\n

Mindtools Kineo\u2019s vision is to be the leading global partner for driving organizational capability that is underpinned by a skilled, high-performing workforce.  We do this by combining behavioural science with scalable technology to equip organizations for today\u2019s challenges and tomorrow\u2019s opportunities. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Mindtools Kineo was formed following the acquisition by Mindtools, a global management and leadership skills development provider, of Kineo, a global provider of workplace learning solutions, from City & Guilds in May 2025. The combined organization, moving forward under the name Mindtools Kineo, brings together the strengths and reputations of both companies.     <\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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