Struggling with disengaged teams or rising turnover?
You’re not alone—and chances are, your managers are at the center of it. Managers influence everything from team morale and communication to retention and productivity. Yet nearly half of managers step into leadership roles without the training or tools they need to succeed.

At a time when engagement is declining and talent retention is a top priority, investing in manager training isn’t optional—it’s one of the most powerful levers for organizational success.

 

Why Manager Training Changes Everything

It’s no secret: employees don’t leave companies—they leave managers.

Research backs this up. According to Gallup, 70% of the variance in team engagement is directly tied to the manager. In other words, how your managers show up matters—more than almost anything else. That means how your managers show up each day has more impact on engagement—and ultimately profitability—than almost any other factor.

When managers lead with clarity, empathy, and structure, their teams thrive. When they don’t, organizations experience misalignment, burnout, and costly turnover.

The bottom line: Highly engaged teams experience 21% higher profitability and 17% greater productivity compared to disengaged ones (Devlin Peck, 2025). 

 

The Leadership Gap Is Real

Despite their impact, many managers never receive formal leadership training. In fact, the Financial Times reports that 44% of managers are promoted into leadership roles without any training at all. Instead, they rely on instincts or replicate whatever leadership behavior they’ve observed—effective or not.

Even well-meaning managers can unintentionally demotivate their teams without the right support. On the other hand, trained leaders make a measurable difference: employees with “engaging” leaders report higher motivation, stronger relationships, and a greater sense of belonging (National Library of Medicine).

 

Why Invest Now?

Today’s employees expect more than direction—they want support, growth, and a leader who helps them thrive. Without strong managers, top performers leave, culture erodes, and productivity drops.

Training isn’t a cost. It’s a strategic advantage. It builds confidence for new managers, sharpens the skills of experienced leaders, and accelerates company-wide success.

  

Take the First Step: Management Fundamentals Bootcamp 

At Best Companies Group, we’ve seen firsthand how impactful great managers can be. That’s why we created the Management Fundamentals Bootcamp—a hands-on program designed to transform managers into leaders who inspire, engage, and deliver results.

What You Get:

• Real-world leadership strategies your managers can apply immediately
• Peer learning & coaching from experienced facilitators and peers
• Lasting results in engagement, productivity, and retention

Stop losing talent because of untrained managers.
Schedule your free consultation today →