Become a Leader Not Just a Boss: Managing Teams with Integrity with David Hatch #97

Struggling with the shift from doing the work to leading the work? You’re not alone. For many first-time managers and founders, the leap into leadership is one of the toughest transitions they’ll ever face — bringing challenges like imposter syndrome, micromanagement tendencies, and even loneliness.In this episode, we explore how to navigate that tricky middle ground between being “one of the team” and stepping into your new leadership role with clarity and confidence. You’ll learn how to avoid common pitfalls, build trust, and take simple steps to lead with greater self-awareness, integrity, and connection.In this episode Al McBride speaks with leadership coach David Hatch about the six key challenges new managers face — and what to do about them. Whether you’ve just been promoted or you’re building a team from scratch, this conversation will help you grow into the leader your people need.GUEST BIO:Everyone has a story to tell about a bad manager. David Hatch is on a mission to change that by bringing great leadership to every new manager he meets. David helps new managers and first time founders with their leadership skills, so they can become leaders not bosses, lead with integrity, and build happier, higher performing teams, more effective organisations, and, ultimately successful businesses.David has over 20 years of leadership experience, a MSc in Business and Management and is a Fellow of the Institute of Leadership and Management.TOPICS EXPLORED:Transitioning from doing the work to leading the work: why it’s one of the toughest career shiftsThe hidden complexity of being promoted from within and managing former peersSix core leadership challenges every new manager faces: from imposter syndrome to uncertaintyMicromanagement vs. hands-off leadership: finding the right balanceWhy loneliness is a common (but overlooked) struggle for new leadersThe importance of early conversations to align expectations with your teamHow self-awareness lays the foundation for authentic leadershipThe power of networking for emotional support and leadership developmentUsing fictional leadership archetypes to uncover personal leadership valuesRESOURCES: David Hatch's Leadership Hero Quiz: https://leadingwithintegrity.co.uk/leadership-resources/leadership-hero-quiz/CONNECT WITH DAVID HATCH:On LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/davidhatch-leadernotaboss/If you're interested in more visit ▶ https://almcbride.com/minicoursefor a free email minicourse on how to gain the psychological edge in your negotiations and critical conversations along with a helpful negotiation prep cheat sheet.If you enjoyed this episode of Dealing with Goliath Podcast, hit subscribe to hear about our latest episodes.