Great Place To Work® Sri Lanka is set to host its latest leadership development initiative—the “How to be an Effective People Manager” workshop—on the 3rd of July 2025 at the Galadari Hotel, Colombo. This full-day, bilingual workshop is designed to bring together people managers from diverse industries with one shared mission: to strengthen their leadership skills and build trust-based, high-performing teams in today’s dynamic workplace landscape.
The session will be facilitated by Kaneru Godagama, Head of the Consulting Business at Great Place To Work® Sri Lanka. With over seven years of experience in guiding organizations through cultural transformation and leadership development, Kaneru brings a wealth of insight to the session. His background in the IT industry, combined with a deep understanding of employee engagement, makes him a compelling mentor. Known for his inclusive, interactive style, Kaneru will deliver the workshop in both English and Sinhala, ensuring maximum engagement and accessibility.
During the workshop, participants will explore core topics such as the importance of trust in team performance, how to identify and act on trust-building opportunities, and how to use simple, actionable tools to foster stronger workplace relationships. Attendees will also be guided to develop personalized action plans that can be implemented immediately to drive meaningful cultural change within their teams and organizations.
By the end of the session, participants can expect to walk away with practical strategies to identify and close trust gaps within their teams, along with tools to foster more inclusive, collaborative, and innovative work environments. Each participant will also leave with a personalized action plan designed to immediately enhance workplace relationships and drive meaningful change. In recognition of their participation and commitment to professional development, each attendee will receive a Certificate of Participation.
This workshop forms a critical part of Great Place To Work® Sri Lanka’s ongoing commitment to building better workplaces for all—where trust, collaboration, and employee well-being are placed at the heart of organizational success. In today’s rapidly evolving business landscape, organizations are recognizing that people-centered leadership is no longer optional, but essential. As such, this initiative serves as a timely and strategic investment in developing the competencies of people managers who play a pivotal role in shaping workplace culture. By empowering them with the knowledge, tools, and mindset to lead with empathy and purpose, the workshop helps organizations cultivate environments where employees feel valued, inspired, and motivated to perform at their best. Ultimately, it supports the broader goal of creating resilient, future-ready workplaces that are equipped to thrive in both stability and change.
For organizations looking to future-proof their leadership talent and elevate their workplace culture, this workshop is not to be missed.
