How to Successfully Go From Doing the Work to Leading the Team | Joe Raasch

Being great at your job doesn’t automatically make you a great leader. In this episode, leadership coach Joe Raasch joins me to break down the challenges new managers face when stepping into leadership for the first time. We discuss the mindset shift from individual contributor to people leader, how to stop micromanaging, and why leadership is more than just getting things done. You were a top performer, a go-to expert, the one everyone relied on. Then you got promoted. Now, instead of doing the work, you're leading the people who do. But no one really prepares you for the shift.Stepping into leadership is about more than just getting promoted. It’s a whole new skill set, one that many new managers struggle to develop. If you’ve ever felt like you’re failing at leadership, questioned whether you made the right choice, or found yourself slipping back into old habits, you’re not alone.In this episode, leadership coach Joe and I dive into:Why so many top performers struggle as new managersThe difference between doing the work and leading the peopleHow micromanaging isn’t always about control, it’s about comfortThe tough reality of leading former coworkers and why it can feel lonelyHow to start proving yourself as a leader before you even have the titleBy the Time You Finish Listening, You'll Learn:Why leadership is a people job, not a process jobHow to shift from task-doer to team-builderWays to build leadership skills before officially stepping into a role If this episode helped you, leave a review and let me know what resonated most. Your feedback helps more new managers find the show.Connect with Joe on LinkedIn, or book a call with him on his website!Check out the episode 5 Truths No One Told You About Becoming a Manager This podcast for managers is here to help you:• Grow your leadership development • Navigate team management with confidence • Learn how to handle conflict at work • Apply real, practical leadership tipsIf this episode helped you:Share it with another managerLeave a 5-star reviewFollow along for more supportTake the DISC or Working Genius Assessment and get a FREE 20 minutes debrief with Desiree Taking Intentional Action: How to Choose the Life You LeadConnect:  Linked In | Instagram | Website