Manager and leadership development is a top priority for organizations. Check out our Manager Confidential series!
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Exclusive series for managers

A simple approach to navigating complex manager challenges

Managers have a big impact on business and culture, influencing both individual and team performance. So, it's no surprise that manager effectiveness is a top talent development priority.

Hosted by TED's CHRO, Rachell Morris, our Manager Confidential video series applies TED ideas to complex manager challenges – helping to build more effective and confident people leaders.

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A manager coaching series, made for people leaders at every level.

Access this series in our Manager Collection

Topics covered in our 6-episode series

  • Managing self, to manage others
  • Building trust
  • Managing performance
  • Bringing out the best in your people
  • Navigating conflict
  • Managing change

What makes Manager Confidential unique?

  • Exclusive to TED@Work – This content is only available within our learning library.
  • Coaching, not training – Rachell shares personal stories and learnings from her own career to help guide managers.
  • Microlearning – Each episode is 8 minutes or less and focuses on critical skills for both new and experienced managers.
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A flexible addition to existing learning initiatives

Manager Confidential can be used as standalone learning content, or it can be used to enhance manager development iniatives.

Manager Confidential can enhance:

  • TED Ideas Sessions
  • Executive coaching programs
  • Peer learning cohorts
  • Training for leaders of leaders
  • Mentorship programs
  • Manager 101 for new managers

Managers influence performance, culture and how people experience work. Help them have a positive impact.

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About Rachell Morris

Rachell Morris is the CHRO at TED Conferences, and Executive Chair for TED@Work, TED’s workplace learning and engagement solution. Rachell joined TED in 2018 as a member of the executive leadership group, responsible for all aspects of the people function to include shaping an inclusive, high performance culture, leading HR strategy and talent transformation in support of TED’s mission.

With 15+ years of leadership experience, Rachell brings expertise in Manager Coaching, Culture, Learning & Development, Diversity, Equity, Inclusion & Belonging, Employer Sponsored Immigration, Talent Acquisition & Recruitment, Benefits Administration and Employee Relations.

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