Practical Leadership Training for New and Emerging Managers
Hi, I’m Sharon McKeen — creator of McKeen Manager Modules.
I support new and emerging managers who are stepping into leadership and quickly realizing that knowing the work and leading people are two very different things.
Many are capable, committed, and want to do right by their team—but they’re managing competing priorities, navigating personalities, and making decisions without a clear roadmap.
I know that reality because I’ve lived it.
Over a 30+ year career in the Federal Public Service of Canada, I led teams through real operational pressures, shifting priorities, and the day-to-day responsibility of supporting people while delivering results. I’ve managed performance, developed employees, and made the kinds of decisions new managers are now facing for the first time.
Without the right foundation, it’s easy to fall into constant reaction mode.
With the right structure, everything changes.
That’s why I created McKeen Manager Modules—to give new managers practical tools they can use immediately, not just concepts to think about.
If you’re in that transition and want to talk through where you are and what support would help, you’re welcome to book a conversation.
Why I Created This Course
These modules weren’t born in a boardroom — they were inspired by a life-changing moment during a solo hike near Mirror Lake in Lake Louise, Alberta during a 2022 wellness retreat.
After suddenly leaving my role due to a serious cardiovascular condition, I realized that my leadership journey wasn’t over — it was evolving. Encouraged by doctors to retire, I stepped away from management… but not from my mission.
That experience reshaped how I see leadership and it’s why my approach focuses on clarity, self-awareness and practical decision-making not just theory.
Today, I serve as an advocate for Women’s Heart Health and I continue to empower others through meaningful leadership development.
Leadership That Feels Human
This course was created to help managers:
Navigate difficult conversations without avoiding them
Make decisions without second-guessing yourself
Know exactly what to do in your first 30-90 days as a manager
I loved being a manager — but I also know how hard it can be. That’s why this isn’t just theory. It’s a collection of practical tools, real insight and experience you can apply immediately.
What You Can Expect
🟢 Practical Templates
🟢 Step-by-Step Modules
🟢 Real-world guidance from lived leadership experience
Whether you're just stepping into leadership or looking to refine your style, I hope these resources help you show up with confidence, compassion, and clarity.
Let’s Stay Connected
Have a question or just want to say hello?
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Sharon McKeen, a retired manager from the Federal Public Service of Canada, completing a career spanning 34 years.
Recognized for her exceptional performance, she has earned numerous Awards of Excellence from esteemed Federal Canadian Departments. Sharon embarked on her management journey back in 2006, and since then, has successfully overseen the operations of numerous teams, consistently achieving remarkable results. She has exhibited profound competence in leading both project and core program teams, demonstrating her versatility in handling a wide range of challenges involving both domestic and international stakeholders.
An exceptional aspect of Sharon's career is her remarkable ability to manage multi-million dollar budgets, meticulously ensuring that projects are delivered punctually and within the defined financial constraints. Her unwavering commitment to achieving objectives while judiciously utilizing assigned resources has been instrumental in her consistent success.
Moreover, Sharon has proven herself adept at assembling and nurturing teams from scratch, an arduous task that she admirably accomplishes by translating a mere mandate on paper into a dynamic vision for the future. Her leadership skills have been pivotal in inspiring her teams to contribute their utmost and collectively achieve remarkable outcomes.