From Buddy to Boss
From Buddy to Boss
One day you鈥檙e part of the team, the next, you鈥檙e in charge of performance, navigating hard conversations, setting expectations, and figuring out how to lead people who used to be your buddies. It鈥檚 one of the toughest leadership shifts out there鈥攁nd chances are, you don鈥檛 feel totally 100% ready for it. This course provides new leaders with practical strategies and real-world tools to set expectations, give honest feedback, navigate conflict, and build trust鈥攅nabling them to lead with clarity, inspire performance, and achieve tangible results. There鈥檚 no need to fake it till you make it. What鈥檚 needed are practical strategies, tools that actually work, and a space to try them out鈥攚ithout the pressure to have it all figured out. Let鈥檚 get you from 鈥淚 hope I鈥檓 doing this right鈥� to 鈥淚鈥檝e got this.鈥�
- Date: June 16, 2026
- Time: 8:30 a.m. 鈥� 4:30 p.m.
- Location: 鉴黄师app Urban Campus
- Investment: $850 per seat 鈥� Includes Lunch
- Registration: or by emailing DBR at dbr@dmacc.edu
Instructor: Brittany Titcomb
Class Objectives:
After this class, participants will be able to:
- Identify key challenges when stepping into leadership and navigate the shift with clarity and confidence.
- Set clear boundaries and manage evolving relationships with former peers
- Communicate with impact 鈥� deliver clear direction, feedback, and handle conflict.
- Coach team members through growth conversations and provide actionable feedback.
- Lead tough conversations with empathy, clarity, and professionalism.
About the Instructor:
As a coach, trainer, and learning strategist, Brittany creates experiences that spark self-awareness, inspire growth, and empower real change. She is passionate about making sure every person feels truly seen, heard, and valued鈥攂ecause that鈥檚 where transformation begins. With a background in business and certifications in coaching and human resources, she brings both expertise and heart to the work. She is fascinated by the science behind behavior and communication and loves blending neuroscience insights with practical tools to help people break old patterns and lead with clarity and courage. Whether you鈥檙e stepping into leadership, navigating tough conversations, or looking to unlock your team鈥檚 potential, she is ready to guide you with intention and impact.