Monkey Management

Presenter: Kate and Carrie

In this interactive virtual session, participants will discover how to stop unintentionally taking on others’ responsibilities and start leading with clarity and confidence. Based on the classic concept of “monkey management,” this workshop helps early learning leaders recognize how stress and overload often come from tasks that do not belong to them. Through breakout discussions, real-life examples, and practical redirection strategies, attendees will learn how to set boundaries without guilt and coach their teams toward greater ownership. Whether you are a director, assistant director, or admin leader, you will leave with language, tools, and a renewed mindset. Get ready to let go of what is not yours and lead more effectively.

By attending this training, participants will:

• Understand the concept of “monkey management” and how it affects leadership capacity and team dynamics.
• Identify habits and communication patterns that lead to task overload and blurred boundaries.
• Practice redirection strategies to delegate more effectively and empower staff to solve their own problems.