Ashley Herd: The Manager Method: A Practical Framework to Lead, Support & Get Results

On episode #493 of #thePOZcats, Adam Posner interviews Ashley Heard, founder of Manager Method, discussing the critical aspects of leadership development and the challenges faced by first-time managers. Ashley shares her journey from law to corporate life, emphasizing the importance of proper training for managers to avoid setting them up for failure. The conversation explores various management styles, the significance of the Pause, Consider, Act framework, and the role of AI in enhancing human connection in the workplace. Ashley also discusses her new book, The Manager Method, and the need for continuous leadership training in organizations. Ashley Herd, founder of Manager Method and one of the most practical voices in leadership development right now. Ashley helps organizations turn first-time and experienced managers into confident, capable leaders through real-world training that actually sticks. With a background as a General Counsel and Head of HR, she’s seen firsthand what happens when great employees are promoted without support—and how powerful the ripple effect is when managers get the right tools. She’s also a LinkedIn Learning instructor, co-host of the HR Besties podcast, and has built a community of over 400,000 professionals focused on leading better at work. And she’s got a book coming out in February 2026. Today, we’re getting into what managers really need, what HR is struggling with, and how to build leaders who drive performance without burning out their teams. Learn More: The Manager Method: A Practical Framework to Lead, Support, and Get Results (February 10, 2026 // Hay House) https://www.amazon.com/Manager-Method-Practical-Framework-Support/dp/B0F88XQ919 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ashleyherd/