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So Now You're a Supervisor: Fast Wins for New Leaders

This course is built for new frontline supervisors stepping into leadership roles for the first time.

Eric Zackrison
Eric Zackrison
Business | core | 30 minutes |   Published: Aug 2025

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Overview

1023STUDENTS*
4.8RECOMMEND*

This course includes:

  • On-demand videos
  • Practice assessments
  • Multiple hands-on learning activities
  • Exposure to a real-world project
  • 100% self-paced learning opportunities
  • Certification of completion

 

This course is built for new frontline supervisors stepping into leadership roles for the first time. Through 20 fast-paced, 90-second videos, learners will build confidence, navigate the identity shift from teammate to leader, and gain the communication and influence tools needed to guide teams with clarity and care. Whether you're leading yesterday’s coworkers or feeling unsure in your new responsibilities, this course offers real-world strategies you can use on the floor right away.

Skills You Will Gain

Business leadership
Executive Leadership
supervisors

Learning Outcomes (At The End Of This Program, You Will Be Able To...)

  • Transition effectively from peer to supervisor with confidence and clarity. 
  • Build trust and credibility through strong communication and leadership relationships. 
  • Apply feedback, listening, and influence strategies to lead individuals and teams. 
  • Demonstrate emotional intelligence, accountability, and professional judgment under pressure. 
  • Establish leadership routines that support performance, team growth, and personal success in the first 30 days. 

Prerequisites

Basic computer literacy and familiarity with web browsing.

Who Should Attend

First-time supervisors in retail, service, hospitality, warehouse, call center, and frontline roles. Ideal for newly promoted team leads and shift supervisors seeking practical, real-world leadership tools to succeed in their first 30 days and beyond. 

Curriculum

Instructors

*Where courses have been offered multiple times, the “# Students” includes all students who have enrolled. The “%Recommended” shown is also based on this data.
1Chapter 1: Getting Grounded as a New Supervisor
2Chapter 2: Building Your Leadership Toolkit
3Chapter 3: Leading for Growth and Results

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Segment 00 -From Teammate to Team Leader Making the Shift

Segment 01 - Friend or Boss Finding the Balance

Segment 02 - Do I Really Belong Here Quieting Imposter Syndrome

Segment 03 - Watch First_ Lead Second Avoid Rookie Mistakes

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Segment 04 - Position Power vs. Personal Power

Segment 05 - You’re a Bridge Now Managing Up and Down

Segment 05 - Manager vs. Leader When to Be Which

Segment 07 - Supervision Is a Relationship

Segment 08 - Coach Them Up or Out

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Segment 09 - Listen Like a Leader The Skill That Changes Everything

Segment 10 - Quick Check-Ins That Really Work

Segment 11 - The Feedback Formula That Doesn’t Backfire

Segment 12 - Performance Feedback Say More Than Good Job

Segment 12 - Hard Feedback Soft Delivery

Segment 13 - Solution Mode Fix Problems Without Blame (2)

Segment 14 - Emotional Intelligence for New Supervisors

Segment 15 - Influence Without Being Pushy

Segment 17- Share the Leadership You Don’t Have to Do It All

Segment 18 - Your First 30 Days Build Trust Fast

Eric Zackrison

Eric Zackrison

Eric has had a distinguished 30-year career as a restaurant manager and owner. After attaining an MBA and MA from Missouri State University, he earned a PhD in Organizational Communication from UCSB. His research focuses on the coordination of work, team dynamics, leadership, and relationships in the workplace. Currently, Eric teaches in the Department of Technology Management at UCSB, where he works with both undergraduate and graduate students on subjects such as entrepreneurship, management, leadership, strategy, communication, and persuasion. He also teaches Organizational Behavior and Sustainable Business Practices for the MBA program at California Lutheran University.

In addition to his academic roles, Eric runs his consulting company, Effectiveness Consultants, where he collaborates with a wide range of organizations on leadership development, team building, and strategy. He also supports small businesses through two non-profits, WEV and the EDC-SBDC, helping them tackle challenges like market validation and day-to-day operations management. Furthermore, Eric has amassed over 1 million paid views of online courses across various platforms.

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