5 Questions You Should Ask Yourself As a New Manager
When landing a new leadership role whether it is a promotion into management or starting at a new company, many of us ask: Where do I start?
Becoming a new manager can be both exciting and overwhelming.
You now need to flex an entirely new managerial skill set. But with new responsibilities also comes the opportunity for you to make a bigger impact on your organization and strategically develop your team.
Statistics are often against new managers. Only 39 percent of new managers said they received training in a recent survey.
Due to that lack of coaching, it’s inevitable you’ll make a mistake (or many) as you transition into your new role.However, there are common mistakes you can avoid—if you prepare.
Starting a new management role doesn't have to be an isolating journey, and it shouldn't be.
Are you starting with a new team as a manager or are you a first-time manager?
Here are five questions you should be answering within the first days.
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Now that you have mastered how to manage conflict - what is your plan of action for making an impact with your team?
Now that you have mastered how to create an environment of empowerment via the 3-P's - what is your plan of action for making an impact with your team?
Developing Your Communication, Empathy and Emotional Intelligence skills is start. What is your plan of action for implementing your learnings within your your team?
Now that you understand the differences in these titles - what is your plan of action for what you learned?
Assessing your team's behaviors is a start - but do you have a plan of action for the results?
Now that you have mastered the art of decision making - what is your plan of action for making an impact with your team?
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A DISC Behavior Assessment is the best way to understand your team's personalities.
Each DISC Assessment includes a Self Assessment and DISC Style evaluation worksheet