3 Big Mistakes New Managers Make & How to Avoid Them

Becoming a new manager can be both exciting and overwhelming. The biggest challenge is that most new managers don't receive any leadership training. Yet, the skills you need to succeed as a manager are completely different from the skills you needed to perform well as an individual contributor. Because it's such a big transition, it’s very likely that you’ll make some mistakes as you ramp up in your new manager role. There are common missteps you can prevent, however, if you’re properly prepared. In this episode, I'm sharing 3 big mistakes many new managers make and how to avoid them. -- RESOURCES MENTIONED -- Register for the free online training on Delegating Effectively & Encouraging Accountability: Link Coming Soon! Learn more about the Leadership Accelerator: www.ramonashaw.com/leadership-accelerator Schedule a call with Ramona to discuss your specific situation: www.ramonashaw.com/apply __________________ Grab your copy of Ramona's best-selling new book 'The Confident & Competent New Manager: How to Rapidly Rise to Success in Your First Leadership Role': https://amzn.to/3TuOdcP If this episode inspired you in some way, take a screenshot of you listening on your device and post it to your Instagram Stories, and tag me @ramona.shaw.leadership or DM me on LinkedIn at https://www.linkedin.com/in/ramona-shaw/ Are you in your first manager role and don't want to mess it up? Watch our FREE Masterclass and discover the 4 shifts to become a leader people love to work for --> www.ramonashaw.com/masterclass Don't forget to invest time each week to increase your self-awareness, celebrate your wins, and learn from mistakes. Your career grows only to the extent that you grow. Grab your Career Journal with leadership exercises and weekly reflections here: www.ramonashaw.com/shop Love the podcast and haven’t left a review yet? All you have to do is go to https://www.ramonashaw.com/itunes and give your honest review. Thanks for your support of this show!* Disclaimer: Shownotes may contain affiliate links. That means that I am awarded a small commission for purchases made through them, at no added cost to you.