Tips for New Managers

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I know I speak for all my fellow team leaders when I say managing a team can be incredibly stressful. Meeting deadlines, dealing with customers, leading people, and complying with your manager’s expectations can make you feel overwhelmed. But here’s the truth: to become a successful leader, you must find ways to deal with all […]

It’s no secret that management is a fast-paced environment. From leading a team with different personalities to nailing down targets, sometimes you might feel like you’re going nonstop – especially if you’re a first-time team leader getting the hang of your new position. But the good news is there are three habits you can apply […]

The moment you’ve been waiting for has finally arrived. Your boss has recognized your potential and entrusted you with a management role. So, after the initial celebration, it’s natural to wonder, “What now? How do I prepare for this responsibility? What do I need as a first-time manager?” Well, it’s your lucky day because I’ve […]

Being an introverted manager is something I have struggled with over the years. As a new manager, you may feel like no one can relate to you, which is a lonely place to be.  You are definitely not alone. I work with a lot of introverted managers, as well as being one myself, and I […]

Updated January 20th, 2025 Has it ever happened to you that no matter what you do, things do not turn out how you expect them to in your leadership role? Maybe you don’t have a motivated team; you’re not achieving results or enjoying your new role. Newsflash: You might have developed one of these habits, […]

When you are a manager, it is easy to fall into a reactionary mode and develop bad leadership habits. I want to talk about these bad habits and how you can become a more proactive leader rather than a reactionary one.  Another word used among managers for bad leadership habits is “anti-patterns.” Which basically just […]

Today I wanted to do a different type of video that’s centered around creating a personal leadership development plan.  About 6 months into my role when I really started to turn the ship around starting with myself because really and truly I was the problem, I had invested in going to a two day leadership […]

Today I wanted to talk about something that plagues all of us and is something that you have to get a grip of as a manager because the effects are multiplied. Meaning when a manager is not effective at managing their daily workload or time their team reflects that in their work and the amount […]

I think all of us have that story! ​You know the one… with the terrible manager! You know what I’m talking about… The one who micromanages, doesn’t communicate properly and is waaaay too much in your business. It’s horrible! Now that you’re in the position of leader, you’ve probably wondered yourself how you’re doing. That’s […]