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Stop Us If Any Of This Sounds Familiar…

You were promoted because you were great at your job, but no one taught you how to actually manage people. Now you're drowning in tasks you used to do yourself, struggling to delegate, and wondering if you're cut out for this.

You've read the leadership books and listened to the podcasts, but you still feel like a fraud. The advice sounds great in theory, but when you're in the moment facing a difficult conversation or a team conflict, you freeze, second-guessing every decision.

You're working harder than ever, but it feels like you're barely keeping your head above water. Your inbox is overflowing, your calendar is packed, and you're constantly putting out fires instead of actually leading your team.

You feel completely alone in this. Your team looks to you for answers, your boss expects results, and you have no one to turn to who really understands what you're going through.

If any of this sounds familiar, you're not alone. And more importantly, it's not your fault.

Here's the Uncomfortable Truth About Being a New Manager

We were tired of seeing smart, capable people—just like you—feel like frauds in their new management role, simply because no one taught them how to lead. Too many new managers are left struggling in silence.

We were tired of seeing smart, capable people—just like you—feel like frauds in their new management role, simply because no one taught them how to lead. Too many new managers are left struggling in silence.

We were tired of seeing smart, capable people—just like you—feel like frauds in their new management role, simply because no one taught them how to lead. Too many new managers are left struggling in silence.

Research shows that 60% of new managers fail or leave their role within the first 12 months.[1] Not because they're not smart enough or don't care enough, but because they were never given a system to succeed.

In fact, 82% of managers are "accidental managers"—promoted without any formal leadership training.[2] You're expected to figure it out on your own, learning through expensive trial and error while your confidence takes hit after hit.

The cost of this failure isn't just professional. It's the sleepless nights, the constant self-doubt, the strained relationships with your team, and the nagging feeling that you're letting everyone down.

But here's the good news: it doesn't have to be this way.

Introducing The New Managers Circle

The New Managers Circle is not another generic leadership program. It's a membership community designed specifically for new managers in their first 6-12 months who need a proven system, not more theory.

It's practical management training for the challenges you're actually facing.

Inside, you'll get access to The 5 Signature Frameworks - a complete, step-by-step methodology that takes you from "I have no idea what I'm doing" to "I've got this".

Plus, you'll have the support of monthly live coaching, expert workshops, and a private community of fellow new managers who are on the exact same journey.

The New Managers Circle is not another generic leadership program. It's a membership community designed specifically for new managers in their first 6-12 months who need a proven system, not more theory.

It's practical management training for the challenges you're actually facing.

Inside, you'll get access to The 5 Signature Frameworks - a complete, step-by-step methodology that takes you from "I have no idea what I'm doing" to "I've got this".

Plus, you'll have the support of monthly live coaching, expert workshops, and a private community of fellow new managers who are on the exact same journey.

The New Managers Circle is not another generic leadership program. It's a membership community designed specifically for new managers in their first 6-12 months who need a proven system, not more theory.

It's practical management training for the challenges you're actually facing.

Inside, you'll get access to The 5 Signature Frameworks - a complete, step-by-step methodology that takes you from "I have no idea what I'm doing" to "I've got this".

Plus, you'll have the support of monthly live coaching, expert workshops, and a private community of fellow new managers who are on the exact same journey.

The New Managers Circle Community will help you to:

Stop Feeling Like a Fraud

Build genuine confidence in your ability to lead by mastering the 5 core skills every new manager needs: delegation, difficult conversations, time management, influence, and team development.

Stop Feeling Like a Fraud

Build genuine confidence in your ability to lead by mastering the 5 core skills every new manager needs: delegation, difficult conversations, time management, influence, and team development.

Stop Feeling Like a Fraud

Build genuine confidence in your ability to lead by mastering the 5 core skills every new manager needs: delegation, difficult conversations, time management, influence, and team development.

Delegate Without Losing Control

Learn how to delegate properly using The S.H.I.F.T. Method™, so you can reclaim your time, build real capability in your team, and finally stop being the bottleneck.

Delegate Without Losing Control

Learn how to delegate properly using The S.H.I.F.T. Method™, so you can reclaim your time, build real capability in your team, and finally stop being the bottleneck.

Delegate Without Losing Control

Learn how to delegate properly using The S.H.I.F.T. Method™, so you can reclaim your time, build real capability in your team, and finally stop being the bottleneck.

Have Difficult Conversations With Confidence

Use The C.A.R.E. Conversation Model™ to address performance issues, give critical feedback, and navigate conflict without creating drama or damaging relationships.

Have Difficult Conversations With Confidence

Use The C.A.R.E. Conversation Model™ to address performance issues, give critical feedback, and navigate conflict without creating drama or damaging relationships.

Have Difficult Conversations With Confidence

Use The C.A.R.E. Conversation Model™ to address performance issues, give critical feedback, and navigate conflict without creating drama or damaging relationships.

Earn Respect, Not Just Compliance

Build genuine influence using The Influence Pyramid™, so your team follows you because they want to, not just because they have to.

Earn Respect, Not Just Compliance

Build genuine influence using The Influence Pyramid™, so your team follows you because they want to, not just because they have to.

Earn Respect, Not Just Compliance

Build genuine influence using The Influence Pyramid™, so your team follows you because they want to, not just because they have to.

Take Control of Your Week

Implement The Weekly Leadership Rhythm™ to stop reacting all week and start leading with intention so you can focus on your team instead of constantly putting out fires.

Take Control of Your Week

Implement The Weekly Leadership Rhythm™ to stop reacting all week and start leading with intention so you can focus on your team instead of constantly putting out fires.

Take Control of Your Week

Implement The Weekly Leadership Rhythm™ to stop reacting all week and start leading with intention so you can focus on your team instead of constantly putting out fires.

Stop Going It Alone

Join a community of fellow new managers who understand exactly what you're going through. Get support, share wins, ask questions, and find encouragement whenever you need it—24/7.

Stop Going It Alone

Join a community of fellow new managers who understand exactly what you're going through. Get support, share wins, ask questions, and find encouragement whenever you need it—24/7.

Stop Going It Alone

Join a community of fellow new managers who understand exactly what you're going through. Get support, share wins, ask questions, and find encouragement whenever you need it—24/7.

What Makes The New Managers Circle Community Different?

Built Specifically for New Managers

Unlike generic leadership programs that try to serve everyone, The New Managers Circle is laser-focused on the unique challenges you face in your first 6-12 months. Every framework, every template, every coaching call is designed for someone who just stepped into management and needs practical help—now.

Proven Frameworks, Not Generic Advice

You'll get access to The 5 Signature Frameworks—proprietary methodologies developed over 20+ years of coaching real managers through real challenges. These aren't leadership clichés you've heard a thousand times. They're step-by-step systems that give you clarity and confidence when you need it most.

Live Coaching, Not Just Content

You're not buying a course you'll watch once and forget. You get monthly live coaching calls where you can ask questions, work through real challenges, and get personalized guidance from someone who's been there. Can't make it live? Every call is recorded and available in the community library.

A Community That Actually Gets It

This isn't a Facebook group with thousands of strangers posting motivational quotes. It's a small, focused community of new managers who are facing the exact same struggles you are. You'll find encouragement, honest feedback, and practical advice from people who understand what it's like to feel like a fraud on Monday morning.

No Hype, No Fluff, No BS

You won't find empty promises or overnight transformation stories here. Real leadership growth takes time, practice, and commitment. What you will find is a clear system, honest support, and a community that's committed to doing the work alongside you.

Our Full Commitment to Your Success

Helping new managers succeed isn't just what we do—it's our mission. We're here for the long haul, committed to your growth and success every step of the way. If you show up and do the work, we'll be right there with you.

Hey there, I’m Andy Lee

I’m the founder of The Instant Leader and a certified Master Coach with over 20 years of leadership experience, including my own journey as an "accidental manager."

I know what it's like to be promoted without a roadmap. I've made the mistakes, learned the hard lessons, and spent the last decade coaching hundreds of leaders through the exact challenges you're facing right now. My background as a Master Practitioner of NLP means I understand not just what works, but why it works and how to help you apply it in your unique situation.

I created The New Managers Circle because I was tired of seeing talented, caring people struggle in silence, held back by a lack of support and a broken system that expects you to figure it out on your own. My mission is simple: to give you the system, the support, and the confidence you need to succeed as a new manager, without the trial and error that causes most people to fail.

If you're ready to stop surviving and start leading, I'd love to help you on your journey.

Everything You Need to Succeed in Your First Managerial Role (and Beyond)

Whether you're in your first week as a manager or approaching your first year, The New Managers Circle gives you the system, support, and community you need to go from overwhelmed to confident. We're here to guide you through every challenge, every difficult conversation, and every moment of self-doubt—so you can lead with clarity and purpose from day one.

Live Coaching

Get personalised guidance when you need it most You're not just buying a course—you're getting ongoing support.

Every month, you'll have access to: Live Group Coaching Calls where you can ask questions, work through real challenges, and get personalised advice; Expert Guest Workshops on critical topics like managing performance, running effective meetings, and hiring your first team member.

Can't make it live? Every session is recorded and available in the community library, so you can learn on your schedule.

The New Manager's Roadmap

Your clear action plan for building essential management skills.

Feeling unsure about what to focus on or where to start? The New Manager's Roadmap gives you a clear, step-by-step plan for building the core skills you need to succeed—from your first one-to-one to your first performance review.

This isn't vague advice or abstract theory. It's a practical, actionable guide with clear milestones, conversation scripts, and accountability checkpoints to ensure you're making real progress and building the right habits.

All Members Get Access To:

Immediate Access to Our Full Leadership Resource Library

As soon as you join, you’ll have instant access to a growing library of resources. This includes practical guides, mini-courses on key leadership topics, quick-win tutorials, and expert workshops that dive deep into real-world challenges. You can learn what you need, when you need it, from wherever you are.

Immediate Access to Our Full Leadership Resource Library

As soon as you join, you’ll have instant access to a growing library of resources. This includes practical guides, mini-courses on key leadership topics, quick-win tutorials, and expert workshops that dive deep into real-world challenges. You can learn what you need, when you need it, from wherever you are.

Immediate Access to Our Full Leadership Resource Library

As soon as you join, you’ll have instant access to a growing library of resources. This includes practical guides, mini-courses on key leadership topics, quick-win tutorials, and expert workshops that dive deep into real-world challenges. You can learn what you need, when you need it, from wherever you are.

A Thriving, Supportive Community of Leaders

Our membership community is the heart of The Instant Leader. It’s the place to ask questions, get feedback, share wins, or simply connect with others who are on a similar journey. Whether you’re looking for support, inspiration, or just a friendly chat, you’ll find it here. We’re proud of the diversity and experience within our group. Members bring a wide range of backgrounds and perspectives, making our community a valuable resource you can turn to any time. You’ll also have the chance to join regular live sessions, workshops, and networking calls to connect and grow together.

A Thriving, Supportive Community of Leaders

Our membership community is the heart of The Instant Leader. It’s the place to ask questions, get feedback, share wins, or simply connect with others who are on a similar journey. Whether you’re looking for support, inspiration, or just a friendly chat, you’ll find it here. We’re proud of the diversity and experience within our group. Members bring a wide range of backgrounds and perspectives, making our community a valuable resource you can turn to any time. You’ll also have the chance to join regular live sessions, workshops, and networking calls to connect and grow together.

A Thriving, Supportive Community of Leaders

Our membership community is the heart of The Instant Leader. It’s the place to ask questions, get feedback, share wins, or simply connect with others who are on a similar journey. Whether you’re looking for support, inspiration, or just a friendly chat, you’ll find it here. We’re proud of the diversity and experience within our group. Members bring a wide range of backgrounds and perspectives, making our community a valuable resource you can turn to any time. You’ll also have the chance to join regular live sessions, workshops, and networking calls to connect and grow together.

Interactive Live Q&A Sessions

Need tailored advice or just want to talk through a challenge? Join our regular live group Q&A sessions where every question is welcome. If you can’t make it live, you can always submit your question in advance and catch up with the replay. And of course, you can get answers and support 24/7 inside our private community space, so you’re never left waiting for help.

Interactive Live Q&A Sessions

Need tailored advice or just want to talk through a challenge? Join our regular live group Q&A sessions where every question is welcome. If you can’t make it live, you can always submit your question in advance and catch up with the replay. And of course, you can get answers and support 24/7 inside our private community space, so you’re never left waiting for help.

Interactive Live Q&A Sessions

Need tailored advice or just want to talk through a challenge? Join our regular live group Q&A sessions where every question is welcome. If you can’t make it live, you can always submit your question in advance and catch up with the replay. And of course, you can get answers and support 24/7 inside our private community space, so you’re never left waiting for help.

Ready-Made Leadership Templates & More

To help you take action faster, you’ll have access to a collection of ready-to-use resources including:


  • Personal reflection guides and self-assessment tools

  • Goal-setting and accountability frameworks

  • Checklists and cheat-sheets for common leadership situations

  • And there’s plenty more inside our exclusive resource library, all designed to make your leadership journey smoother and more successful.

Ready-Made Leadership Templates & More

To help you take action faster, you’ll have access to a collection of ready-to-use resources including: - Personal reflection guides and self-assessment tools - Templates for communicating with your team or stakeholders - Goal-setting and accountability frameworks - Checklists and cheat-sheets for common leadership situations - And there’s plenty more inside our exclusive resource library, all designed to make your leadership journey smoother and more successful.

Ready-Made Leadership Templates & More

To help you take action faster, you’ll have access to a collection of ready-to-use resources including: - Personal reflection guides and self-assessment tools - Templates for communicating with your team or stakeholders - Goal-setting and accountability frameworks - Checklists and cheat-sheets for common leadership situations - And there’s plenty more inside our exclusive resource library, all designed to make your leadership journey smoother and more successful.

Real People, Real Leadership, Real Impact

14 Day No Questions Asked Money Back Guarantee

When you join The New Managers Circle, you’re completely protected by our satisfaction guarantee. If you don’t feel you’ve received real value and decide you want to cancel within the first 14 days, just let us know and we’ll give you a full refund. No hassle, no stress, no hoops to jump through.

We’re confident you’ll find The New Managers Circle genuinely helpful. If you’re not satisfied for any reason in your first 14 days, we’ll refund you—no awkward questions, no complicated rules, just your money back.

When you join The New Managers Circle, you’re completely protected by our satisfaction guarantee. If you don’t feel you’ve received real value and decide you want to cancel within the first 14 days, just let us know and we’ll give you a full refund. No hassle, no stress, no hoops to jump through.

We’re confident you’ll find The New Managers Circle genuinely helpful. If you’re not satisfied for any reason in your first 14 days, we’ll refund you—no awkward questions, no complicated rules, just your money back.

Join the Priority Notification List

Be the first to know when The New Managers Circle opens.

Just add your details below and you’ll get a personal invitation as soon as enrollment is live.

There’s no obligation and no spam—just a friendly heads-up so you don’t miss your chance to join. You’ll get early access, important updates, and everything you need to become part of the community from day one.

If you’re interested in growing your leadership with real support, pop your name on the list and we’ll keep you in the loop.

Be the first to know when The New Managers Circle opens.

Just add your details below and you’ll get a personal invitation as soon as enrollment is live.

There’s no obligation and no spam—just a friendly heads-up so you don’t miss your chance to join. You’ll get early access, important updates, and everything you need to become part of the community from day one.

If you’re interested in growing your leadership with real support, pop your name on the list and we’ll keep you in the loop.

Not Sure if The New Managers Circle is Right For You?

The New Managers Circle isn’t for everyone, and honestly, I’d rather help you figure that out before you join than waste your time or money. Let’s get straight to the point about who this is for, and who it isn’t.

Who The Community is For

Who The Community is Not For

New managers in their first 6-12 months who are feeling overwhelmed and need a clear system to succeed.

"Accidental managers" who were promoted without training and are figuring it out as they go.

High-performing individual contributors who just stepped into a leadership role and need to learn how to manage people, not just tasks.

Action-takers who are willing to try new approaches, ask for help, and support others on the same journey.

Anyone who feels like a fraud and wants to build genuine confidence and competence as a leader.

Anyone looking for a quick fix or overnight transformation. Real leadership growth takes time, practice, and commitment.

People who just want to watch a few videos without putting anything into action.

Those looking for a done-for-you solution. We’re here to guide and support you, but you’ll need to put in the work.

Someone who is only interested in titles, status, or shortcuts, rather than genuine growth and impact.

Anyone expecting guaranteed results. While our approach is practical and proven, your growth depends on your effort and engagement.

Who The Community is Not For

It might sound unusual to talk you out of joining, but if The New Managers Circle isn't the right fit, neither of us wins. I want you to succeed, and that starts with making sure this is the right place for you.

What Others Are Saying

We believe in this work because we’ve seen the difference it makes.. Here’s what clients say about working with Andy. These testimonials are from coaching engagements. We’ll add community member results as they come in.

  • I would strongly recommend Andy's coaching services to anyone who wants to increase their impact + performance in a way that prioritises integrity and self-awareness.

    Julian Ng

    Lawyer

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  • I would recommend Andy without hesitation. He is an outstanding business coach, trustworthy, reliable and honest.

    Tim Lynas

    Chartered Surveyor

    Tim Lynas

  • I know a big part of the success of my company is because of Andy walking with me through this journey.

    Jay Tran

    Creative Director

    Jay Tran

  • He has a lot to offer and I would definitely recommend him to anyone who wants a coach.

    Cathy Bates

    Managing Director

    Cathy Bates

  • Working with Andy constantly felt like I had a cheerleader and someone to challenge me in the right ways.

    Junelle Ayetty

    Trainee Solicitor

    Junelle Ayetty

  • He coached me on how to improve people skills such as communication, presentation, people management. I would highly recommend him as a management guru.

    Dheeraj Kumar

    Mechanical Design Engineer

    Dheeraj Kumar

  • What Andy does is bring out the best in what you have to offer the world and to reach your true potential in life in whatever it is you want to achieve.

    T.C.

    Company Director

    Terry Chiu

  • To be coached by Andy is to be in safe hands, which makes courage seem more possible. I'm very pleased to commend him to individual clients and any organisation would be lucky to have him.

    Dr. Robert Nettleton

    Nurse, health visitor and educator

    Robert Nettleton

  • To be coached by Andy is to be in safe hands, which makes courage seem more possible. I'm very pleased to commend him to individual clients and any organisation would be lucky to have him.

    Dr. Robert Nettleton

    Nurse, health visitor and educator

    Robert Nettleton

Frequently Asked Questions

Frequently Asked Questions

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Who is The New Managers Circle for?

I’m new to leadership. Is this community right for me?

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Stop Waiting for Permission. Start Leading With Confidence.

Stop Waiting for Permission. Start Leading With Confidence.

You didn't ask to be thrown into management without a roadmap. But here you are. And you have a choice: keep struggling in silence, hoping it gets easier, or join a community of new managers who are committed to doing this the right way.


The New Managers Circle gives you everything you were never given—a proven system, expert coaching, and a supportive community so you can stop surviving and start thriving as a leader.

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