First and foremost, get some education on being a manager and a leader. What do these mean in your company? What is the difference? There are a lot of definitions online, but it is important to also know what your company sees the definitions as, as well. Then you can ensure you are moving in the direction needed for your new role. This education / training needs to come from your company. Ask for help and tell them you want to ensure you are following the proper protocols of management and leading the culture that is expected. Then, go home and educate yourself by reading, taking an online course or hiring a coach. Some company cultures need help and this is a great opportunity for you to see what you can bring to the table.
Give yourself time to learn and grow. If the expectation at your workplace is that you figure this out or leave, well what you do is up to you. However, be sure to also forgive yourself for mistakes. They will happen...we are all human after all. It is about learning and personal / professional growth. It is ongoing and never ends.
Pick and chose your battles. When you are first forced into management, it can be hard. If you need help to deal with one aspect of management that you are not fully trained or aware on what to do, ask another manager for support, advise or help. If this is not acceptable in your company, then reach out to family, friends or your coach to help you brainstorm what you can do now,, and what battles are best left until you are better able to manage and understand it.
Lastly for today, don't be afraid to talk to your manager, HR or another manager if you really are stuck on what to do, need more training, are not ready to be a manager, etc. It can be scary if you are forced into it, so be sure this is what you want and if you do, get the help you need to become the best leader you can be.
That is all for today.
Tara Lehman
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