Join the Care Leaders Boot Camp
Your path to exceptional care leadership starts here.
A roadmap for success
Social care leaders face a unique set of challenges. Staff shortages, regulatory compliance, complex care needs, emotional demands and shrinking budgets, to name a few.
Effective leadership requires a delicate balance of compassion, administrative acumen, and strategic thinking. No mean feat.
That’s why we created FuturU’s Care Leaders Boot Camp. Designed to equip you with the tools and strategies to overcome these challenges, this free course will empower you with the skills, knowledge and confidence to become a more effective leader.
Our promise
Over five weeks, you’ll receive ten emails packed with valuable insights, practical tips, and resources to help you:
- Build a high-performing, motivated and happy team
- Improve the quality of care you offer
- Create a positive and supportive work environment for everyone.
Who is the Boot Camp for?
This course is designed for care home owners and managers looking to elevate their leadership skills. It’s also for those looking to move into a leadership role within the care sector.
What do I get?
Course content
10 emails send over five weeks, packed with actionable insights and practical advice.
Supporting webinars
Join Mark Story, Head of Learning Innovation, to take a deeper dive into the topics covered.
Exclusive discount
Unlock 25% off your first three months using FuturU, for you and your team, when you join.
What’s actually included?
Good question! Here’s a breakdown of what you can expect from each week of the course:
Week 1: Recruitment
At the heart of exceptional care lies a strong team. And soft skills are the cornerstone of a positive work environment and high-quality care.
So in week one, we’ll delve into the soft skills your team needs, and how to hire for them.
We’ll answer questions like:
- What soft skills does my care home team need?
- How can I develop soft skills in my existing team?
- How should I craft a job description to attract the right candidates?
- How do I spot soft skills in a CV, and during an interview?
- What questions should I ask in an interview to uncover soft skills?
Week 2: Career Development
In week two, we’ll explore the power of career development in creating a thriving care organisation. Together, we’ll explore strategies for developing essential skills, aligning individual goals with organisational objectives, and recognising employee contributions.
We’ll answer questions like:
- What skills does my care home team need?
- How do I develop digital skills in my team?
- How can I have a career conversation with my employee?
- How do I uncover my team’s motivations?
Week 3: Effective Communication
In week three, we’ll master the art of communication to transform interactions and foster a more positive work environment. You’ll learn how to navigate difficult conversations, resolve conflict, and listen actively.
We’ll answer questions like:
- How should I approach a difficult conversation?
- How do I manage conflict?
- What are the benefits of active listening?
- How can I improve my active listening skills?
- How do I overcome listening barriers?
Week 4: Health and Wellbeing
In week four, we’ll turn the spotlight on health and wellbeing, touching on the challenges faced by social care professionals and the role you play supporting them. We’ll explore the importance of self-care for leaders too, and how to identify and address signs of stress and burnout.
We’ll answer questions like:
- What early signs of stress and burnout should I look out for?
- How can I alleviate stress and support my team’s wellbeing?
- Why does self-care matter?
- Where can I find additional resources and support?
Week 5: Work Environment
In the final week of Boot Camp, we’ll show you how to cultivate a culture of open feedback, recognition and appreciation. You’ll discover practical tips to enhance team morale, foster collaboration, and cultivate a culture of open and honest feedback.
We’ll answer questions like:
- What is a feedback culture, and why do I need one?
- How can I create a feedback culture in my care home?
- How do I give actionable feedback?
- How can I create a better working environment for my team?
- Why does recognition matter, and how can I show appreciation?
Join our free Boot Camp
Join now for 25% off
When you join the Care Leaders Boot Camp you’ll unlock an exclusive 25% off your first three months using the FuturU platform, for you and your team.
Join now for 25% off
When you join the Care Leaders Boot Camp you’ll unlock an exclusive 25% off your first three months using the FuturU platform, for you and your team.