23 TIPS FOR NEW MANAGERS
So, you have been promoted to manager and now have the chance to manage a team of your very own? Cheers to you! Becoming a new manager is super exciting, but in some cases it can also be very intimidating. Probably you’re not lacking experience, but your knowledge of management is either academic or gathered as a team member. As a new manager, you’re no longer observing. Now it’s your turn to lead. The good news is that there have been many managers before you, so you will be able to learn from the experience of others. Think of the type of managers you look up to and lead your team in a confident, compassionate way.
Here are our 23 new manager tips to get you ready for your new role as the leader of a team.
- Always dress like a leader
- Learn leadership skills
- Project confidence
- Learn about the organizational culture in your company
- Clarify expectations with your boss
- Find a mentor
- Develop professional relationships with your staff, not friendships
- Learn to delegate effectively
- Know how to motivate and lead employees
- Develop time-management skills
- Become an active listener
- Don’t pretend you know all the answers
- Manage your stress
- Don’t stay isolated in the office
- Don’t take all the credit
- Don’t expect employees to be perfect
- Always be learning
- Stay organized
- Plan ahead
- Ask for feedback
- Lead by example
- Don’t take a passive approach
- Schedule time away from work for your friends and family
You may have new responsibilities now, but you are still the same person at heart! You were chosen to lead for a reason! Try to let this position bring out the best in you, and lead by example. It will take some time getting used to your position as manager, so be proactive and try to plan ahead.
Remember to ask for help!
