Management 101: A 6-Week Leadership Course for Early-Stage Companies

​Management 101

​Fridays, September 12 – October 17 12:00-1:30PM | In person at The Engine

​About the Program

​Strong leadership is essential to moving Tough Tech from breakthrough research into real-world impact. This six-week, in-person course, led by The Engine Expert in Residence, Jaye Goldstein, is designed for early-stage Tough Tech leaders who want to strengthen their management skills and build high-performing teams.

​Through a mix of interactive discussion, practical frameworks, and guided self-reflection, participants will:

• ​Build a toolkit of strategies that foster high performance in individuals and teams.

• ​Learn management practices tailored to the realities of early-stage startups.

• ​Identify personal leadership strengths and target areas for growth.

• ​Create an actionable, individualized plan for continued development.

​Topics include psychological safety, organizational design, onboarding and offboarding strategies, interrupting bias, and culture building.

​This program is open primarily to The Engine’s resident companies, with a limited number of seats available to non-residents. Non-resident participation includes a 30‑day Flex Pass Membership, providing access to The Engine’s shared workspace and community resources during the course.

​Enrollment is capped at 30 participants to ensure a highly engaged learning environment.