Manager Tools

Manager Tools is a management consulting and training company based in Austin, Texas, founded in 2004 by Mark Horstman and Michael Auzenne. The company focuses on enhancing managerial effectiveness and professional productivity for individuals at all career stages. In 2022, leadership transitioned to Managing Partners Kate Braun and Sarah Sentes, who continue the mission of providing practical management training.

The company offers a variety of services, including weekly podcasts on management and career development, training events, and consulting services for Fortune 1000 companies. They provide proprietary tools like MTDISC to improve understanding of communication styles, along with memberships that offer exclusive resources and a community for professionals. Manager Tools also publishes books and templates to support ongoing professional growth and has developed a mobile app for easy access to their methodologies. Their approach emphasizes actionable, research-backed advice aimed at fostering effective management practices.