LifeGuides partners with SHRM, the global authority in HR and leadership training, to deliver a next-generation manager development experience.
PMQ+ combines the proven training of SHRM’s People Manager Qualification (PMQ) with LifeGuides’ yearlong, professional, and personalized mentoring — transforming leadership skills into real-world growth that lasts.
April 29, 2026 | 1pm ET
A self-paced online course that builds core leadership skills — communication, performance management, situational judgment, and team leadership — enhanced by live, interactive cohort sessions for shared learning and problem-solving.
Unlimited access to professional mentors with real-world industry experience for your managers and their families. LifeGuides sources, trains, and matches mentors to your organization’s culture and goals, providing personalized development that feels built for your team – because it is.
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Convenient virtual learning combined with the power of Peer Mentoring
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Choice of Professional Mentors with experience in your industry through an easy, intuitive matching experience
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Customization with your organization's trainings and culture
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A depth and length of learning through continuous, hyper-personalized development that drives true behavioral change
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A learning environment with peers on the same path
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A full year of professional mentoring with opportunities for real-time application
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Based on SHRM and Wharton benchmarks
Effective leadership drives performance, yet too many organizations fall short. According to SHRM, 1 in 3 workers say their manager lacks the ability to lead effectively.
Most new managers face a steep learning curve — struggling with stress, confidence, and skill gaps that traditional training can’t fix. Within two years, many burn out or leave altogether.
PMQ+ by LifeGuides closes this gap through continuous mentoring, real-world application, and personalized support that turns early challenges into long-term success.
Most leadership programs stop at theory. PMQ+ ensures new behaviors stick — through mentorship, accountability, and real-life support.
Our programs meet managers where they are:
Emerging leaders build foundational skills for confidence and consistency
Experienced managers deepen empathy, communication, and strategic thinking
The result: leaders who feel Seen, Valued, Heard, and Invested-In™.
