Episode 6: Why Didn't Someone Tell Me This BEFORE I Became a Manager?

Are you a new manager (aka the boss)? Considering applying for a manager role? In this episode, we discuss the questions you should ask yourself before deciding if this is for you and we talk about some of the challenges you may face when making the move into a boss role. Through our stories, we hope to help you figure out if this is for you and if it is, how to make the move as smooth as possible. 

Key Takeaways:

• Know that being the boss will involve “HR” work. You need to be okay with that.

• If you are moving into a boss role in the same organization, your relationships will change. They won’t be better or worse, just different.

• Be prepared to learn! Sarah references and recommends the book, “The First 90 Days,” by Michael D. Watkins. Check it out if you are a new leader.

• Feeling like you don’t “DO” anything anymore is completely normal

• Don’t be afraid to ask for help.