BPX
Comprehensive, online management training for growing teams.
Most management teams are a mix of the people leaders who came up within the organization. Who grew with their teams and have deep expertise about how we do things here. And also leaders who joined more recently, hailing from bigger or smaller cultures. All with a wildly different set of expectations and norms. It’s time to get them onto the same page. And fast.
BPX gives your managers shared tools, shared frameworks, and the ability to hold each other accountable. This quarter.
BPX was built for this
Evidence-based and actually applicable.
No personality tests, no barnum phrases, no bullshit. Modern management is incredibly well-studied and well-researched. Which makes it extra galling how many programs still use outdated (and occasionally downright offensive) approaches and methodologies. Your people leaders need a modern toolkit, a scorecard to know whether things are working, and the agility to try something else if part of their management practice is no longer serving them or their direct reports.
Immediately relevant, eminently applicable.
The most offensive thing you can do to busy people is waste their time. BPX was built for how leaders learn. With a mix of live facilitation, guided reflection, and self-paced material, key concepts layer and build from week to week. This forms the framework for strong and scalable management habits. And it’s why we boast industry-smashing completion rates. Because busy leaders don’t have time to waste. They need training that’s instantly useful.
Built for growing orgs.
We run BPX cohorts four times a year. Winter. Spring. Summer. Fall. All you have to do is call. You will have leaders step into management roles at various times throughout the year. A late-breaking promotion shouldn’t mean that they miss out. If they can’t make the current BPX cohort, we’ll be excited to meet them in the very next one. No more waiting a year to get your newest leaders the same tools as the rest of the management team.
Training that meets your managers where they are, literally.
Many orgs have to measure the very real needs of training against the very real needs of the business. But these are not at odds. Strong managers with robust toolkits are how orgs get things done. BPX’s “inverted classroom” model works for leaders who can’t just shut everything off to attend training. This means no more trying to convince sales leaders to cancel trips or shift meetings. And no more trying to rope the e-comm team into training within Q4 (let them live!). BPX works with your team’s calendar, not against it.
Who comes to BPX?
Hundreds of bosses from around the globe have been through BPX. We come from tech so it’s not surprising that about 50% of BPX attendees are from tech/startups. What might surprise you is that 25% are from professional services, and we see about 15% of our cohorts joining from non-profit and government orgs.
You also might be surprised to find out that half of BPX participants are attending management training for the very first time, regardless of seniority.
10%
of past BPX attendees are CEOs, EDs, or Founders
Half
of all cohorts are typically Director or above
Kind words
“Our leaders who have recently completed your leadership development program have been loving it, and we’re seeing fantastic results. The feedback has been overwhelmingly positive, and we’re so grateful for the work you’re doing! ”
Geneva Bender, Learning & Development Lead at Peak Projects,
BPX alum
“Our team really enjoyed BPX. We recently administered a survey and found that 99% would recommend it to other team members, and 100% found the instructors and content engaging.”
Director of People Operations,
BPX alum
“The training experience was just amazing — sharp, engaging, relevant, fun, and so deeply grounded in profound respect for people as humans — and there’s so much I’ve already put into action with my team.”
University instructor,
BPX alum
“I wish this was mandatory for all people going into management. Your videos are clear cut and crisp.”
Software engineering manager,
BPX alum
Curriculum
Week 00
Intros & Kickoff
Welcome. We’re excited you’re here. Grab a warm beverage and some headphones. Our first live session sets up the rest of the program. You’ll meet Melissa, Johnathan, and the rest of your wonderful cohort.
Week 01
Foundations & Alignment
Starting from first principles, you’ll learn what management is (and isn’t), and how to build aligned and effective teams as organizations grow.
Week 02
Mentoring, Coaching, 1:1s
In week 2, we’ll pack a bunch of new tools into your toolbox for building excellent (and highly engaged) teams. You’ll leave this week running better 1:1s, and with a clear framework for how to develop your people.
Week 03
Performance Management
Building on our new skills around mentoring, coaching, and 1:1s, we’ll dive deep into designing career paths, delivering feedback, and managing performance for everyone from the most junior to the most senior employees on your team.
Week 04
Building & Operating
Talent is the most valuable resource in any organization. You’ll develop skills to help you get the right people in the door, and then get them doing their best work.
Week 05
Leadership & Resilience
In our final week, we turn our attention inward. You’ll develop an integrated approach around how you show up as a leader, and how to put the right scaffolding in place for when things get hectic.
We can’t wait to see you.
Johnathan and Melissa Nightingale are the founders of Raw Signal Group, best-selling authors, and world experts on management and leadership.
So here’s the deal.
We’ve worked closely with many, many companies to create successful group cohorts in BPX.
And we’ve learned some things along the way to help your leaders get the most out of the program.
If you’re thinking of sending a group to management training — reach out.
(Especially if you’re based in Ontario. All of our programs are eligible for the Canada Ontario Job Grant.)
Get in touch
We love this stuff. Let’s talk.
1 (844) 979-0774
hello@rawsignal.ca
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Frequently Asked Questions
What’s the total time commitment for BPX?
What’s the total time commitment for BPX?
We recommend that you set aside 4 hours per week total. That includes one hour per week for the live sessions and approximately 2-3 hours for the self-study portions.
BPX runs across 6 weeks and don’t worry, we’ll send you calendar invites for all the live sessions!
Are the live sessions recorded in case I miss one?
Are the live sessions recorded in case I miss one?
Nope. When you’re in a program with us, we ask you to bring real, honest conversation and questions. For many folks that’s harder to do if the recording light is on, and it’s unclear where those recordings might get shared. We don’t record, or allow anyone else to record the sessions — what happens in BPX stays in BPX.
How long do we have access to the self-study videos?
How long do we have access to the self-study videos?
You have access to the online content for three months from the start of the program. You’ll have time to go back, watch anything you missed, download the templates, and review the modules.
Is BPX eligible for the Canada-Ontario Job Grant (COJG)?
Is BPX eligible for the Canada-Ontario Job Grant (COJG)?
All of our training programs are eligible for the Canada Ontario Job Grant. If you are interested in learning more, get in touch.
How many participants does each BPX cohort have?
How many participants does each BPX cohort have?
BPX brings together up to 60 leaders from a variety of organizations—the program ranges in size based on season.
Can you talk to me about accessibility?
Can you talk to me about accessibility?
Our live sessions are done through Zoom and offer live English captioning. We use hand raising, chat, and the breakout room functionality, but we don’t use the collaborative whiteboard or other visual features. The self-study materials are a mix of text and video, delivered through a web-based platform (Thinkific). The videos are formatted as slides with voice-overs by Melissa and Johnathan, and are all closed-captioned. The slides visuals are offered as a teaching aid, but the material they contain is also addressed in the voiceover. If you have any other accessibility requirements or questions, please let us know.
I’m a leader in a non-profit org—am I welcome here, too?
I’m a leader in a non-profit org—am I welcome here, too?
Yes! We’ve worked with leaders from education, government, and other not-for-profit organizations. BPX is focused on how to get great work out of your people in a sustainable way. While we talk about building effective teams working towards well-constructed goals, we’re very intentionally non-prescriptive about what those goals should be.
Also, we offer do-gooder bosses a discount on registration. Shoot us a note.
Is there a code of conduct for this program?
Is there a code of conduct for this program?
Yes. All Raw Signal Events are governed by our inclusion policy, and every attendee must read and agree to it before participating.
How can I find out more about BPX?
How can I find out more about BPX?
Send us an email with any questions you’ve got and we’ll get back to you ASAP.
Looking to send your whole org?
We can do that! If what you really want is to spin up a private online program for 20 or more leaders — check out Blueprint.