Karina Calder, an expert in leadership development, Dr. Stacey Ashley, a leadership coach and author, and Professor Greg Harper, a business dean, dive into the challenges first-time managers face without formal training. They discuss the importance of foundational management skills, self-awareness, and interpersonal effectiveness. The trio emphasizes creating supportive cultures for continuous learning, the necessity of peer coaching, and the pivotal role of feedback loops to enhance leadership development. Essential skills like practical experience and social learning are also key topics.