When growth outpaces structure, even the best leaders can end up stretched thin.
In engineering and professional services environments, managers are often caught in a constant tug-of-war between billable work and leading people – and something eventually gives.
In this practical, research-backed webinar, we will explore what really happens when team sizes grow faster than leadership capacity, and why “just adding more direct reports” quietly creates burnout, disengagement, and performance issues.
Drawing on Gallup research across 92,000 teams, this session cuts through myths about the “right” team size and focuses instead on the four factors that actually determine whether large teams thrive or struggle.
You will leave with clear, actionable insights you can apply immediately – even in highly billable, delivery-focused environments.
About the speaker
Stephanie McKee Wright is a leadership development specialist and HR professional with over 30 years’ experience of working in HR in both public and private sectors.
As Director of Epic People, she works with organisations across New Zealand to build practical leadership capability, improve engagement, and create strong workplace cultures.
Stephanie brings a down-to-earth, research-informed approach. She’s known for translating theory and abstract concepts into clear, actionable insights that busy leaders can apply immediately — even in high-pressure, billable environments.
Details
Date: Wednesday 25 March
Time: 12-1pm
Structure: 1-hour webinar presentation
