Team Leaders Toolbox - Resources

Thank you for your interest in Team Leaders Toolbox. This page is your one-stop place to access the practical resources and tools mentioned throughout the book and in the resources section at the end. These tools are designed to help put your ideas into action with your own team, starting today.

What’s Inside the Toolbox ZIP File

When you download the resources, you’ll get a single ZIP file containing all of the following:

Team Leader Essentials Toolkit

  • The 4 Essential Tools

    • Team Goals Examples (from real teams)

    • Skills Matrix Template

    • Roadmap Template

    • Resource Allocation Plan Template

  • "What’s On This Week" Email Examples - Structure your weekly team email like Marcia’s: updates, priorities, and expectations at a glance

  • Task Board Examples - Options for physical walls, whiteboards, or digital tools

 

Communication & Trust-Building Tools

  • 30 Icebreakers & Connection Prompts - For team building, retrospectives, or one-on-one meetings

  • One-on-one, Desk Visit, and Monthly Review Questions - For affirming, redirecting, and coaching team members

  • Meeting Facilitation Cheat Sheet - For running successful meetings

  • Team Building – The Drawing Game - To help teams understand communication needs when the team composition changes

For New or Aspiring Leaders

  • First 90 Days Planning Canvas - Clarify your early goals, relationships, and team strategy

  • Recommended Reading List - Handpicked list of beginner-friendly books and articles

  • Team Charter Template - Co-create team norms, values, and working agreements

 

Ongoing Growth & Practice

  • Printable Poster: The 4 Tools at a Glance

  • Journal Reflection Prompts - For personal leadership growth and decision clarity

  • Monthly Manager’s Letter (via email - see “Stay Connected” below) - Actionable tips, reader stories, and exclusive previews from future books

 

Extras & Behind-the-Scenes

  • Team Rituals That Worked - Real-world rituals from readers and leaders who used the book

  • Sneak Peek: The 7 Hidden Powers of Effective Managers - Discover what happens next in Marcia’s journey

  • Upcoming Titles - Early access to Delivery Mindset and Leading Change

Stay Connected

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The Manager’s Letter is a short monthly email designed to:

  • Share fresh leadership insights you can apply right away.

  • Highlight new tools and templates as they’re released.

  • Keep you connected with a community of leaders who are learning and growing.

Sign up for the Monthly Manager’s Letter here. After signing up, you will receive a download link.