The Manager’s Guide to Setting Clear Expectations and Building Confidence | Julie Menden

If you’ve ever wondered how to be a better manager when you’re not sure you belong in the role, this episode is for you. Leadership coach and speaker Julie Menden joins Desiree to talk about what confidence really means, how self-awareness builds trust, and why leadership development must start with the individual, not just another company training.Together, they unpack what new managers get wrong about confidence, how to overcome imposter syndrome in leadership, and how to coach your team effectively without losing your authenticity.By the time you finish listening, you’ll learn: • Why confidence starts with self-awareness, and what that actually looks like in daily leadership • How to handle the transition from peer to manager and build trust with former coworkers • The difference between teaching leadership skills and living them out through your actions • How to hold employees accountable and handle conflict while maintaining respect • Why authenticity and consistency are key to team dynamics and long-term influence • How to ask for help and communicate needs to your leader or HR without losing credibilityKey Takeaways• Confidence isn’t a title, it’s built through awareness, humility, and consistent action. • Trust begins with curiosity, not judgment. How you show up shapes your team’s behavior. • To lead effectively, you must first model the behaviors you want your team to adopt.You can find Julie on Instagram and  Linkedin Check out Julie's Website and Listen to Julie's podcast, It Starts With You Check out Julie's book recommendation:Atomic Habits: An Easy & Proven Way to Build Good Habits & Break Bad Ones - James Clear  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