Manager Spotlight: Real Voices From the Midpoint of Management Essentials
At Oxygen, we believe in checking in along the way—not just at the finish line. That’s why we ask every Management Essentials cohort to share feedback at the program’s midpoint. The results speak volumes: managers aren’t just learning, they’re already applying new skills like feedback frameworks, delegation strategies, and structured one-on-ones. With 97% of participants putting lessons into practice and 90% finding the content highly relevant, the midpoint snapshot shows real momentum—and real impact.
“I Became the Manager My Team Needed”: How Oxygen Helped One Nonprofit Leader Build Trust, Ownership, and Stronger Team Dynamics
When Michelle Gulino joined the Human Rights Foundation’s Management Essentials training with Oxygen, she was already an experienced manager — but she knew there was room to grow. Over six months, she built new habits, learned practical frameworks, and found a safe space to reflect and lead with more intention. The result? Stronger trust, better communication, and a team that feels more connected than ever.
“I finally had time to breathe”: How Oxygen Helped One Manager Reset and Refocus
Through WorkBetterNow’s investment in Oxygen’s Management Essentials program, Jose Barahona didn’t just learn new management skills; he found the space to reset, reflect, and completely reframe how he leads. From delegation to communication to managing up, Oxygen helped him create a more intentional, confident, and structured approach to his work.
From Task Manager to Team Leader: How Oxygen Helped Mark Boulger Rethink Management
When Senior Installation Manager Mark Boulger joined Oxygen’s Management Essentials program, he thought he was signing up for a simple training. Instead, he discovered a new approach to leadership—one rooted in trust, empathy, and shared growth. This story explores how cohort-based learning helped Mark go from reactive task manager to confident, people-first leader.
Culture-Led. Results-Focused.How Dov Braun Raises the Bar in Skilled Nursing and Leadership
At Oxygen, we highlight executives who do more than lead—they elevate. In this edition of our executive leadership spotlight, we sat down with Dov Braun, CEO of Independence Healthcare Management, to explore how a culture-first approach drives clinical innovation, leadership growth, and scalable excellence across his multi-state skilled nursing organization.
How to Know If Your Team Is Burned Out: 5 Signs Managers and Leaders Shouldn’t Ignore
Burnout doesn’t always look dramatic. Sometimes it shows up quietly—a disengaged team, missed deadlines, or silence where there used to be energy. As a manager, knowing what to look for is your first line of defense. In this post, we explore five key signs your team might be burned out and offer a quick, research-backed quiz to help you assess the risk. If you want to support your team’s well-being and performance, this is where to start.
Cohort-Based Learning for Managers: What It Is and Why It Works
Cohort-based learning is changing the way companies develop managers, and for good reason. Unlike one-off workshops or static slide decks, this model builds confidence, connection, and long-term results. Learn why peer-based, real-world training is the missing piece in most manager development programs.
What’s the Difference Between Coaching, Mentoring, and Training for Managers?
Most companies confuse coaching, mentoring, and training. In this post, Oxygen Co-CEO Ashley Fina breaks down the difference and explains why structured manager training, paired with coaching and mentoring, creates lasting results.
Why Executive Coaches Choose to Teach with Oxygen
Executive coach Michael Knouse shares why he teaches with Oxygen and what makes our Management Essentials program stand out for fast-growing, mid-market companies.
From High Performers to High-Impact Managers: How WorkBetterNow Scaled Its Team and Strengthened Its Leadership Bench with Oxygen
WorkBetterNow knew that promoting top performers into management wasn’t enough—they needed to equip them to lead. Learn how WBN partnered with Oxygen to build a scalable management training program that strengthened leadership, improved retention, and fueled growth across the company.
Leadership Is Vision. Management Is Execution. Are You Doing Both?
Most companies don’t fail because of bad vision—they fail because of poor execution. Learn the difference between leadership and management, why the execution gap is costing you, and how manager training can drive real results. This image was created using AI for illustrative purposes.
The Real Cost of Sink-or-Swim Management: Why Investing in Manager Development Is Critical for Organizational Success
The Real Cost of Sink-or-Swim Management: Why Investing in Manager Development Is Critical for Organizational Success. This image was created using AI for illustrative purposes.
The Cost of Constant Oversight: How Empowering Managers Gives Time Back to Senior Leaders
The Cost of Constant Oversight: How Empowering Managers Gives Time Back to Senior Leaders. This image was created using AI for illustrative purposes.