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EPISODE · Feb 24, 2026 · 37 MIN

What NOT to Do During Your First 90 Days

from The Leadership Growth Podcast · host Daniel & Peter Stewart

Whether it’s your first leadership role or one you’ve entered after decades of leading people, one thing is sure: your first 90 days in a new position can make or break your tenure.In today’s conversation, Daniel and Peter look at what leaders should and shouldn’t do during their first 90 days. “It’s not a standard checklist for everybody,” says Peter, “and not everybody’s going to come in and do it the exact same way.”Tune in to learn:Why you shouldn’t spend your entire 90 days listeningThe danger of focusing on your favorite aspects of your roleHow to cultivate a good working relationship with your bossPlus, a fun conversation about the origins of some of the most iconic American companies–and the lessons a huge pivot can offer leaders.Questions, comments, or topic ideas? Drop us an e-mail at [email protected].—Listen to The Leadership Growth Podcast New episodes every other Tuesday!https://open.spotify.com/show/6tYdz1gQAxHIQMeNXtkA3z?si=5cf424f1e2954749https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-leadership-growth-podcast/id1726606341—Sign up for our weekly newsletter: https://stewartleadership.com/newsletter/—Stewart Leadership Insights and Resources:https://stewartleadership.com/ten-ways-to-successfully-launch-into-your-first-90-days/https://stewartleadership.com/10-tips-to-maximize-your-impact-in-your-first-90-days/https://stewartleadership.com/what-c-level-executives-need-for-their-first-100-days/https://stewartleadership.com/how-to-win-over-the-team-when-replacing-a-beloved-manager-2/https://stewartleadership.com/10-questions-to-help-you-manage-up/https://stewartleadership.com/changing-your-approach-leading-different-processing-styles/https://stewartleadership.com/the-power-of-imagination-in-planning/https://stewartleadership.com/manage-your-energy-not-your-time/—#leadership #podcast #leadershippodcast #leadershipdevelopment #leadershipcoaching #StewartLeadership #LeadershipGrowthPodcast #first90daysIf you liked this episode, please share it with a friend or colleague, or, better yet, leave a review to help other listeners find our show, and remember to subscribe so you never miss an episode. For more great content or to learn about how Stewart Leadership can help you grow your ability to lead effectively, please visit stewartleadership.com and follow us on LinkedIn, Instagram, and YouTube. 

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