For every manager who got the promotion - but no playbook - and is tired of trying to figure it out alone.

Stop guessing how to lead.
Get the playbook you should have had on Day 1.
The Engagement Accelerator

This step-by-step manager playbook shows you exactly how to lead your team with confidence - without adding a single meeting to your calendar. 


Created by a former Fortune 100 HR Executive with 20+ years inside the system, who was promoted without training and determined to build a better way.  

Unlock The Engagement Accelerator, and you will:

Know exactly what to say and do in the moments that matter - no more guessing or overthinking 

Lead confident 1:1s and team conversations using tools you can apply immediately

Build trust, clarity, and accountability without more meetings, surveys, or HR red tape

Stop feeling like you're falling behind and start leading like a confident, seasoned pro

Get instant access to the same proven leadership tools used in Fortune 500 Companies 

"The content was amazing - concise, illuminating and straight to the point. It broke down big topics into simple concepts, and gave me practical ideas on exactly what to do with my team."

- Manager, FinTech

You got the promotion … but no playbook
You stepped into your first management role with ambition, grit, and zero formal training.

Now, you’re juggling back-to-back meetings, stretching to meet new expectations, and trying your best to keep the team motivated ... while quietly wondering, "Am I even doing this right?"  


One direct report is completely checked out. 

Another’s annoyed when you ask for updates. 

A third just complained to HR (about you). 


You asked for training, and were told: 

“We don’t have budget.” 

“We don’t have time.” 

“We don't have approval.” 


And the only advice you’ve gotten so far?  

 “Maybe you’re not ready for this.” 


Not a single person has said, “Let me show you how to turn it around.” 


Your emotional bank account is empty, and your confidence is starting to slip.

If this feels too close to home, don’t feel bad. I know this nightmare inside and out. I lived it.

I was a manager at 27.

I never got training.

I struggled through it.


And honestly? 

I was a sh*t manager.


But I figured it out. And by 30, I was one of the youngest Executives at a Fortune 50.


Through my personal experience, I saw a broken system that keeps leadership learning locked up behind approvals, budgets, and HR red tape. 


And, I vowed to fix it.

So, I created The Engagement Accelerator to help you lead with clarity and confidence from day 1 ... even without formal training.

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What you'll get inside the Engagement Accelerator

Ladder to Engagement Training: Understand what your team wants from you as a leader - in just 30 minutes. Our proven Engagement Ladder framework helps you spot what’s working and what’s missing, so you can keep your team inspired to bring their best – every day.

Care Conversation Question Bank: Better conversations create stronger teams. This bank gives you 40+ meaningful one-on-one discussion topics that build trust, cultivate connection, uncover concerns, and make your team feel seen, valued and heard - starting with 5 quick-start prompts you can start using right now.

Engagement Driver Action Pack: An actionable, fool-proof checklist of “must-do” manager actions in four critical categories. You'll get in-depth guidance on crucial interactions you’ll have with your team – like giving feedback, coaching, and appreciation.

Emotional Bank Account Tracker: See engagement change in real time, so you can make deposits before small issues become big ones. The tracker provides you a simple, visual way to stay ahead of burnout, capture critical insights that motivate each individual, and lead each person with purpose with intention.

Until now, the frameworks, tools and resources included in The Engagement Accelerator were only available to managers who attend a series of four live workshops (8 hours total) hosted by our Corporate clients.  This is the first time these materials are available in a self-paced format - to any manager, in any company!

The exact materials available in The Engagement Accelerator have been utilized by these companies:
Why focus on engagement?
Because it's your team's fuel.

Forget what you’ve heard. 

Engagement isn’t about making people happy.

We all know someone who’d be “happy” just collecting a paycheck! 

Real engagement is different. 
It’s how your team members choose to show up. 
It's a daily decision they make to lean in, give their best, take ownership, share ideas and truly care about the outcome.

And when disengagement creeps up, 
it isn’t always loud. 
It’s rarely someone shouting, “I hate it here!”  More often, it sneaks up quietly ... disguised as a few more unplanned absences, a high-performer who stops raising their hand, or someone who's doing “just enough” to stay off your radar.
When you’re a new manager, those warning signs are easy to miss.
(especially when no one’s ever shown you what to look for)
And the fixes aren’t always clear. 
There’s no pizza party or virtual happy hour that’s going to turn it around. 

That’s why understanding engagement matters. 
 Because when you know how to spot it, build it, and sustain it?

Your job gets easier. Your team gets stronger.
And the results speak for themselves.
Highly engaged teams experience:

43% lower turnover 

81% fewer unplanned absences

64% fewer safety incidents 

41% fewer mistakes & quality defects 

18% higher sales

23% higher profitability

And for you as a manager?
Everything starts running smoother:

You stop chasing updates and start seeing ownership 

Your team owns outcomes, not just tasks 

Ideas flow freely and innovation takes off

Decisions get made and problems get solved ... even when you're not around! 

HR calls … this time to celebrate your engagement scores!

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I created this system to help you lead with confidence ...
starting with your next 1:1

You don’t need more meetings. 

You don’t need to become someone you’re not. 
You just need the right tools - woven into the conversations you’re already having.

The Engagement Accelerator is the system I wish every new manager had on Day 1.
It helps you build connection, trust, and performance ... using the time you already have. Not adding more to your plate.
Here’s what’s waiting for you inside:

A simple, plug-and-play system to boost employee engagement in everyday interactions 

Tools that make feedback, coaching and recognition feel natural (not awkward) 

A library of questions to create connection in every conversation 

A visual engagement tracker to spot the warning signals, so you can take action before burnout or turnover hits 

Proven manager moves that boost motivation and results - without more meetings 

You’ll stop second-guessing yourself, and start leading with clarity and confidence. 

 
You’ll transform from “new manager” to “talent magnet”
... the leader everyone wants to work for.
"This system completely changed my approach. The plug-and-play guides and question sets helped me lead more meaningful one-on-one conversations that felt natural and productive. I walked away with actionable tools I could use right away, and I feel so much more confident in my role as a manager. I highly recommend this to any new leader who wants to grow their confidence and strengthen their team relationships.”

- Manager, Wind Energy Company

Here’s why it actually works
(even if your plate is full)

Time-sensitive: Every tool is built to deliver results in 15 minutes or less – we know that’s all you’ve got. 

No new meetings: It all folds seamlessly into your existing touchpoints, from team meetings to Teams chats. These tools make what you’re already doing more effective.

Built to scale: Whether you lead 2 people or 20, this system grows with you.  

Confidence-building: You’ll finally know what works – no more second-guessing. 

This is NOT a time-consuming training that you’ll “get to someday.” It’s a ready-to-use system that fits right into the conversations you’re already having ... without adding a single meeting to your calendar.

The Engagement Accelerator is your missing manager manual.

Meet Your Guide
Hi, I’m Erika. Leadership expert and founder of Upstream HR Strategies.
For two decades, I honed my skills as an Executive Human Resource Leader within a top-tier Fortune 100 company - guiding global teams, navigating complex transformations, and helping high-potential talent rise. Through my journey, I saw the same patterns over and over: managers thrown into leadership with zero training, engagement on the decline, and HR leaders asking, “why don’t they get it?” But no one was jumping in to help. 

So I decided to do something bold. I left corporate life to create what I wish I’d had earlier in my career - simple, proven tools to help managers lead with confidence ... even without formal training.

At Upstream HR Strategies, I help organizations of all shapes and sizes - from scrappy startups to Fortune 100 giants - build workplaces where people want to work and never want to leave. 
 
I’m known for blending impact, innovation and heart in everything I do. Because I find my greatest joy in helping others become the leaders, build the teams, and cultivate the kind of cultures that employees go home and rave about.  

If you’re ready to become the kind of leader that people love to follow, I'll get you there!
What you'll get inside The Engagement Accelerator
A complete system to engage, retain, and inspire your team ... without adding more to your calendar.
Ladder to Engagement Training

Understand what your team really wants from you as a leader - in just 30 minutes. Our proven Engagement Ladder framework helps you spot what’s working, what’s missing, and how to lead in a way that keeps your team inspired to bring their best – every day.

Engagement Driver Action Packs

These actionable guides give you a fool-proof checklist of “must-do” manager actions in four critical categories, along with more in-depth guidance on critical conversations you’ll have with your team – like feedback, coaching, and appreciation.

1:1 Care Conversation Question Bank

Better conversations create stronger teams. This bank gives you 40+ meaningful questions to build trust, uncover concerns, and make your team feel seen, valued and heard - starting with 5 quick-start prompts you can use today.

 Care Conversation Question Bank

Better conversations create stronger teams. This bank gives you 40+ meaningful questions to build trust, cultivate connection, uncover concerns, and make your team feel seen, valued and heard - starting with 5 quick-start prompts you can start using right now.

Emotional Bank Account Tracker

This tool helps you see engagement in real time, so you can support your people before small issues become big ones. It gives you a simple, visual way to stay ahead of burnout, build trust, and lead each employee with more insight and intention.

Total Value: $197
Your Price Today: $27

Frequently Asked Questions

Wondering if the Engagement Accelerator is the right fit for you? Here are some quick answers to common questions.

  • Is this only for new managers?
    No. While this program is ideal for newly promoted managers, it offers valuable guidance for any manager who was thrown into a leadership position without training. Many of our students have been managers for years, and use our program to fill the training gap at work. As one recent learner said, "It's hard to teach an old dog new tricks but I picked up so many new leadership lessons in this workshop!"
  • How is the program delivered?
    The program combines an on-demand video lesson with a series of digital toolkits and workbooks so you can learn at your own pace. If you are interested in one-on-one coaching to supplement your leadership development, contact: Admin@UpstreamHR.com.
  • How do I know this is good content? There's a lot of trash out there.
    Erika had a successful 20-year career as an HR Executive at General Electric prior to launching Upstream HR Strategies in 2018, and she's not your average HR Manager. The content you'll receive as part of The Engagement Accelerator is the same content she delivers - with rave reviews - to corporate giants like GE Vernova, American Airlines, and Blackstone, as well as her hundreds of small to mid-sized clients in various industries around the world. If you're curious, check out some of her posts on LinkedIn to get a feel for her style: https://www.linkedin.com/in/eamigliaccio/
    This is good stuff. You'll see!
"I’ve found the Engagement Accelerator materials to be incredibly helpful — they’re clear, easy to digest, and packed with ideas that truly make a difference. Even with topics that seem like common sense, I found new perspectives and approaches I hadn’t considered before."

- Director, Human Resources

What you'll get inside The Engagement Accelerator
A complete system to engage, retain, and inspire your team ... without adding more to your calendar.

Ladder to Engagement Training
Understand what your team really wants from you as a leader - in just 30 minutes. Our proven Engagement Ladder framework helps you spot what’s working, what’s missing, and how to lead in a way that keeps your team inspired to bring their best – every day.

Engagement Driver Action Pack
This actionable guide gives you a fool-proof checklist of “must-do” manager actions in four critical categories, along with more in-depth guidance on critical conversations you’ll have with your team – like feedback, coaching, and appreciation.

Care Conversation Question Bank
Better conversations create stronger teams. This bank gives you 40+ meaningful questions to build trust, cultivate connection, uncover concerns, and make your team feel seen, valued and heard - starting with 5 quick-start prompts you can start using right now.

Emotional Bank Account Tracker
This tool helps you see engagement in real time, so you can support your people before small issues become big ones. It gives you a simple, visual way to stay ahead of burnout, build trust, and lead each employee with more insight and intention.

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