M A N A G E M E N T
C O L L E C T I V E
Non-boring and very fun 😜 cross-industry professional development, training and networking for new and emerging managers and people leaders.
NEXT COHORT STARTS SEPTEMBER 2026 • REGISTER YOUR INTEREST
Learning.
Networking.
Good Vibes.
Learning. Networking. Good Vibes.
Fact: engaged managers lead to higher satisfaction among employees BUT they have more negative daily experiences than non-managers.
Yep, your managers have one heck of a hard but important AF job, and the more you can do to support them, the more that they and therefore your business, will thrive.
In other words, got big and bold goals for your workplace?
You will not reach them without epic managers - so you gotta love up on them, invest in them, fill their knowledge gaps, sharpen their management tools, show them that they are a vital and respected part of your org and that they matter.
And of course, the Management Collective will help you do just this!
Over 10 weeks, the Management Collective will help your Manager:
Be an even more impactful, influential and fulfilled worker and leader
Connect with your org’s future vision, and be empowered to support you to make it a reality
Understand and own their unique strengths, and unleash them in their work
Step outside the ‘bubble’ of your workplace, and be inspired by new ways of looking at situations and solving problems
Create a ‘Little Black Book’ of cross-industry contacts, that will benefit your organisation’s growth and development
Have a pep in their step, and bring fresh energy into the workplace.
“Since joining the Management Collective, I’ve gained invaluable insights into my management style, enabling me to develop and empower myself further. My communication skills have significantly improved, and I now feel more aligned and authentic in my role. Recognising my strengths and areas for improvement has been incredibly beneficial in working with my team. The tools provided, like the DISC assessment, have been instrumental in my daily management. The program has also connected me with a broader network outside my organisation, offering invaluable support. I highly recommend it – 5 stars!”
EMILY, ACCOUNT MANAGER
If your Managers are pondering any or all of these questions, then the Management Collective is for them.
💭 “How can I be a more effective and authentic leader?”
💭 “How can I develop the power of brevity to improve my influence?”
💭 “How can I assert the importance of urgency and priorities to my team?”
💭 “How can I delegate tasks without feeling guilty or like I need to do the work myself?”
💭 “How can I encourage offshore or remote team members to be more engaged in our team meetings?
💭 “How can I be more confident in sharing my ideas and speaking up in large meetings?”
Alternatively, if you know a manager who’s struggling and/or who you see kick arse potential in, then they’re the perfect fit!
Investment
AUD $1500 +GST
Per person
At the Management Collective, we do PD differently.
Micro-learning
Short and snappy (but impactful) teachings for busy people with bursting schedules
Access to 100’s of other trainings
(for free!)
Via the Learna app (the PD app for transforming how people learn, grow and engage at work) Learn more about Learna in the FAQ’s.
Real life teachings
That can be immediately implemented in the workplace
Fun as
priority
People retain information when they’re having a good time learning it, which is why we infuse laughter and playfulness into the serious stuff
Different industries
Innovative ideas, fresh perspectives and new contacts coming right up!
Variety of workplaces
So your team member can be surrounded by new ways of thinking, a max of 3 people per workplace are permitted to join each round
Small
groups
We cap each group at 8 for personalised support and lotsa connection and reflection
Ongoing community and support
After our 6 weeks together, your manager will be connected with our alumni and our teamwill be on hand to answer future questions
“I feel much more confident in myself as a people manager and am better prepared for some of the challenges that I was struggling to navigate before joining! Meeting and hearing from people outside of my organisation gave me really valuable perspective. Thank you so much for the experience! It was great to connect with other people in similar positions and to have your wisdom Lucy.”
GEMMA, SENIOR COPYWRITER
We’ve trained managers from some pretty cool businesses, across lots of cool industries.
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In-person Meet Up
Your manager will:
Move from ‘doer’ to ‘deliverer”
Learn the secret ingredient of every high performing team (& if they’re enabling this)
Understand the importance of being both soft and able to set standards as a leader and how to balance the two
Learn how to be their most authentic and open self as a leader
This in-person day is a great opportunity for them to hand shake/hug (whatever they’re into) their fellow Managers, build IRL connections and drown themselves in well deserved coffee and pastries while they learn.
The fortnightly breakdown…
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Online session
Your manager will:
Learn how to build strong and trusted relationships up and down the line
Receive their DISC Advanced Assessment and learn their workplace motivators, values, communication style and conflict style (aka the conscious and unconscious way they do things and the implications on their team)
Learn how to work with anyone by adjusting their style with others for ultimate impact and influence.
Yep, we’re diving into the real-life juicy stuff!
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In-person Meet Up
Your manager will:
Better understand the relationship (and fears they have) with giving and getting feedback
Learn the “fast five” - the five things they should consider before having a feedback conversation
Understand the S.B.O feedback model and apply this to real life feedback convos (you know - poor quality of work, lack of accountability, inappropriate dress, inappropriate phone use etc) so they can have them with ease.
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Online session
Your manager will:
Learn the Will / Skill matrix relative to delegation
Understand what gets in the way of their ability to delegate effectively and gain bespoke strategies to target this
Audit their workflow and see which tasks add the most value, which should be performed by someone else and which could be simplified, automated or systemised
Learn how to have clear delegation conversations that drive motivation and accountability.
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In our final sesh your manager will get coached and learn from others getting coached! WOO!
They can bring any question, challenge or headache to the table and we’ll move through it together.
Participants have shared that this is their all-time fave session as they get to witness others in the coaching hot seat (and have a second-hand lightbulb moment), share their own "I-can't-believe-I'm-saying-this-out-loud" question and support one another with their own insights, ideas and experiences.
We finish leaving no stone unturned and ensure every single person leaves knowing how brilliant they and feel ready to lead like the mean it!
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Shhhh... approx 4-weeks after the conclusion of Management Collective, your managers will be invited to a bonus coaching call (online).
This will provide the opportunity to see their newfound management pals again and bring wins and challenges since the program.
They’ll be empowered with a fresh take on their approach and a reminder of existing tools in their management toolkit plus additional learnings through Learna.
(Have questions before you enroll your manager? Book a call to chat, here).
Prefer pretty pictures and less words?
Here’s what your managers will get, in a nutshell…
Face-to-face
kick off sesh
They’ll connect with me (Lucy!) and their fellow managers IRL in Melbourne
3 x 90 minute
sessions held online
Weekly group calls to dive more deeply into the teachings and apply them to their real life work
5 x fortnightly bite-sized teachings
Short, sharp and relevant weekly teachings your manager can do when they have a few minutes spare
DISC Psychometric
Testing
Your manager will get an individual behavioural assessment and report, and be guided on how best to implement the learnings
Learning on
the go
Ring binders are so 90’s which is why I've also put the weekly teachings into a binge-worthy, scrollable invite-only page on Instagram
Community
connection
With the Management Collective team and their fellow managers, via Slack, that they can use both during and after the program
Meet your head trainer, Lucy.
The Management Collective is led by me, Mindset & Leadership Coach Lucy Allen 👋
I have over a decade of experience in marketing and comms for big brands like Red Bull and Levi Strauss PLUS I have a coaching and neuro-linguistic programming certification.
I've managed big teams, big projects, big budgets, big expectations and big personalities and know how to motivate and move people in and out of the workplace.
I have a knack for making people feel good (the number one compliment I get is about my "energy")! This might seem fluffy but I know that when people feel good, they're more likely to be open, honest and brave. These are the exact ingredients for personal change and professional growth and I love bringing them out in the managers who join the Management Collective!
Have questions? We have answers…
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A: It's for anyone who manages other people - men, women and non-binary.
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A: Absolutely you can! Alternatively, if you have a big enough professional network where you live, we can chat about running the in-person event in your area!
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A: We run an open version of Management Collective annually. However, we can also run Management Collective for your own team (10ppl) so get in touch and we can cook something up the perfect timings together. Please send an email to lucy@thegracefulcollective.com if you’d like to discuss future dates.
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A: Because we want to provide managers with exposure to other people and ways of thinking outside of their org, we only allow up to three from each workplace. Have more? We run the Management Collective regularly, so enroll them in the next intake!
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A: Absolutely. Please email lucy@thgracefulcollective.com to learn about running Management Collective for your people..
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A: Haha, in really basic terms, Learna is an app that houses hundreds of different professional development trainings on it. Once you have a Learna membership, you can go nuts and access all the trainings on the app for six. whole. months. Psychological safety, creative thinking, boosting confidence - you name it, it’s probably on Learna.
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A: No you don’t. As long as you have a Learna subscription for the manager you want to enroll in the Management Collective then you're good to go!
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A: The Live program runs for 6 weeks but your manager will have life-long access to the community and a 6 month Learna subscription (which can be extended upon expiry if you love it as much as I think you will).
“Lucy, I can't thank you enough. You're energy and authenticity is infectious. I could listen and learn from you everyday if I could. DISC was amazing, and both the feedback and SBO frameworks have been super helpful. I feel my confidence improving, as well as my conversations with the team getting better too! 5 Stars!”
CHAMALEE, HEAD OF CUSTOMER SUCCESS