BECOMING THE COACHING LEADER YOUR TEAM NEEDS

Unlock coaching conversations that build ownership, confidence and high-performing teams.

Registration Deadline:  September 30, 2026
In these times of low employee engagement and the great resignation,
every effective manager needs to be a mentor and a coach to their team members.
The N.E.W.S.® MAC program is the solution. It provides a structured and holistic leadership development structure that transforms every experienced manager into an effective coach and inspired mentor for their teams. Participants learn, practice and immediately transfer into action, the leadership mindset, 8 up-to-date advanced coaching skills for leaders, and 12 practical mentoring tools!

Who is it for?

This program is for every Manager, Leader, and HR / OD expert that wishes to improve their team members’ overall work performance and experience.

Specific issues that are addressed include:

  • increasing effectiveness
  • better engagement
  • reconnecting people to the sources of their motivation
  • supporting staff to overcome challenges, &
  • leading changes that impact their role.

Why become a mentor and a coach to your team members?

  • You will essentially deepen your connection and cooperation with them.
  • You will coach them to navigate their role and career within the organization for maximum fulfilment.
  • You will mentor them in various organizational situations to increase their contribution and performance.
  • You will systematically expand their commitment to meet organizational goals.
  • You will effectively enhance engagement, motivation and desired behaviours.
  • You will better support those that need it.
  • You will be inspired and reach a higher level of satisfaction in your leadership role.

What are the benefits for you as a leader?

  • You will learn the compelling and required leadership mindset to become a leader/coach.
  • You will get 8 advanced coaching and mentoring skills for leaders.
  • You will learn and immediately practice 12 practical coaching tools.
  • You will receive 12 impactful and structured MAC conversations, so that you can resolve more than 95% of the challenges your people encounter.

PROGRAM CONTENT

Day 1

  • The Mindset: 3 Levels of a Manager’s Development
  • Why have Leadership Conversations with your people
  • Why do most managers not coach their staff?
  • What is unique about coaching conversations led by a manager?
  • A unique leadership tool: The NEWS Compass®
  • Advanced Coaching Skills for Leaders
  • Increase your influence
  • The Co.M.P.Act Structure for an effective mentoring and coaching conversation

Day 2

  • Coaching and mentoring in the NORTH: 3 tools for leaders
  • The NORTH Leadership Conversations
  • Coaching and mentoring in the WEST: 3 tools for leaders
  • The WEST Leadership Conversations
  • Coaching and mentoring in the SOUTH: 3 tools for leaders
  • The SOUTH Leadership Conversations
  • Coaching and mentoring in the EAST: 3 tools for leaders
  • The EAST Leadership Conversations
  • Combining all directions of The NEWS Compass®
  • Support your team members in personal challenges
  • Transfer knowledge into action: Your “Coaching Plan”
Registration Deadline:  September 30, 2026

Lead Facilitator

Partners with leaders to navigate change, lead with clarity & confidence, and build empowered teams that drive purpose-driven success.

Grounded by 30+ years experience across Asia-Pacific.

PROGRAM INVESTMENT
For 2-Day Program

 

Regular Rate (in SGD):  $ 500.00 per person

 

Early Bird Rate (in SGD):  $ 475.00 per person

Group Discount for 2 or more registrants (in SGD): $ 475.00 per person

 

Earl Bird + Group Discount (in SGD): $ 450.00 per person

Early Bird Rate applies until September 15, 2026.
 

Inclusive of:

Coffee breaks and lunch meals for two days +

Access to N.E.W.S.® online platform

TESTIMONIALS

"The N.E.W.S.® MAC program is a powerful investment in leadership development. Practical tools, meaningful practice, and strong group engagement were complemented by Coach Elaine Cercado’s hands-on, structured, and empathetic facilitation. Add a well-chosen venue and thoughtful details throughout the two days, and the experience was not just worthwhile, it was truly impactful.”

“The N.E.W.S.® Managers As Coach Workshop equips managers with practical tools to facilitate meaningful conversations, identify obstacles, set actionable goals, and support team members in navigating change. I appreciated how Elaine, our Coach for this session, guided us through meaningful reflections and practical tools that I can apply immediately. I sincerely appreciate the planning and the execution, and I highly recommend this workshop to anyone looking to develop and make impactful coaching and mentoring proficiencies.”

“The leadership conversations offered deep insights, not just in coaching skills and techniques, but also the importance of aligning values between the coachee and the organization. This alignment made every interaction genuine, transparent, and authentic, allowing purpose to naturally surface during the conversation. Elaine facilitated the seminar excellently. She drew out ideas, clarified concepts, and guided us through real-life applications using meaningful activities. The skills we learned were practical, actionable, and immediately applicable. I highly recommend this seminar to any organization looking to build a strong coaching and mentoring culture. Thank you, Elaine!”

Registration Deadline:  September 30, 2026

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