Become a high-impact leader in the AI era.
For first-time IT managers who want to lead confidently, deliver results, and earn respect — within first 90 days.
About
I've walked the pathyou're about to walk.
I'm Girija Sankar Maharana, a Career Coach with over 24 years in the IT industry. I joined as a fresher from college and rose through the ranks to my current role as a Portfolio Delivery Director.
Along the way, I've mentored 1,000+ team members — with more than 500 making it to leadership roles. I help individual contributors transform into team leads who can manage tasks, people, and performance to deliver real outcomes.
Who this is for
Built for working professionalsstepping into leadership.
The New Manager
Recently promoted to a first management role. Feeling overwhelmed by challenges that seem unrelated to your expertise.
The About-To-Be Promoted
A leadership promotion is coming. You want to prepare deeply and start strong from day one.
The Struggling New Manager
You're in the role but not hitting your stride. You need a clear intervention before things drift further.
The Reluctant Manager
Promoted, but you miss being an individual contributor. You need to rediscover purpose in leading others.
The big problem
Most new managers spend months learning what you can master in 90 days.
I help you avoid early leadership failure and become a respected, high-performing leader in your first 90 days — without losing control of delivery or team — using the power of AI.
The reality
Stepping into managementshouldn't feel this hard.
You were great at your job… now suddenly you're expected to manage people
Giving feedback feels uncomfortable
Your calendar is full, but productivity is down
Your team expects answers you don't feel ready to give
You're wondering: "Am I even cut out for this?"
You're not alone — and more importantly, you're not unprepared. You were just never trained for this.
Your transformation
From overwhelmedto high-impact leader.
In 90 days, you won't just "manage" — you'll lead.
The system
Why this works whenother approaches fail.
Discipline-based grounding
Rituals and routines that compound — because systems succeed where people fail.
Measurable progress
Unless we measure, we can't improve. Every step is observable and repeatable.
Ethics & values first
Trust in the marketplace is earned by operating from high ethics — not shortcuts.
Real, not better
My system isn't about being better than others. It's about being more real.
The curriculum
What you'll learn.
Transition from individual contributor to leader
Manage people, not just tasks
Drive team performance without burnout
Handle real-world leadership situations
Use AI to amplify your effectiveness
Outcomes
What changes for you,and how fast.
Launch your leadership rituals
Build the daily disciplines that establish you as a serious operator from day one.
Create real impact
Drive measurable outcomes inside (or outside) your organization with confidence.
Grow without fear
Move forward in your career without hesitation — clear, grounded, and respected.
Testimonials
What others say.
Girija is an excellent Career Coach. With his vast experience of 21 years and working with thousands of associates, he has handled the topic so well that if you are not attending his training, I think you have lot to loose. I recommend that, whoever is feeling stuck in career must enrol for his program and experience transformation within a month. My best wishes to his mission!
Mr Girija is very experienced and very good in his subject matters. His Energy is unmatchable. He has designed his program well. He is also wonderful in teaching and helping others. I have met a wonderful person in my life. Learning from him is a Blessing, Every day Learning from him and growing!
Results
What you can expect.
Build leadership rituals in 3 days
Start creating visible impact in your team
Gain confidence in handling tough situations
Accelerate career growth without fear
Become known as a dependable leader
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Your first 90 days as a managerwill define your career.
You can either struggle through trial and error… or follow a proven system and lead with confidence.