Successfully Transitioning from a Peer to a Manager

In today´s episode of Professional Success Podcast, Sheila talks about the transition from team member to manager. Sheila gives a few tips and ideas to get you started, go ahead, and make this transition a big success.

Episode Highlights: 

·       The transition situation at work is not uncommon, but that doesn't mean that it isn't or can’t be awkward. The worst thing that you can try to do is ignore that reality.

·       Give your team the space and some ideas to help get them started and then just listen. Also, let the teams’ enthusiasm open the door to further conversation.

·       We all know that trust is what's going to be the foundation for high-performing teams.

·       There is no one right way for a team to be a team but you can work towards finding that level of norms and how you're going to work together.

·       As you step into this new leadership role, hit that pause button. Take a look at what's going on and what could shift in a way that's going to serve everyone.

3 Key Points:

1.     Think about what you are most uncertain about. Maybe you're worried you don't think you're ready for the job or that maybe friendships will be challenged or fade. Let them know what's on your mind and invite them to take that opportunity to do the same.

2.     Next, consider inviting feedback, the great thing about moving into a leadership role is that you can ask for feedback. Ask your team and then listen to them, process that information and respond in some way where you're considering that and making adjustments.

3.     The key is to understand which norms serve your team and which might have the wrong impact. So you want to have an open and honest conversation with the team early on, about how they want to work together as a team.

Tweetable Quotes:

·       “So start by just simply putting it out there.” - Sheila Boysen–Rotelli

·       “Think about moving on towards trying to tap into and harness a collective level of incitement.” - Sheila Boysen–Rotelli

·       “These small but early wins can help you to earn trust with your team.” - Sheila Boysen–Rotelli

·       “You want to try to establish shared norms.” - Sheila Boysen–Rotelli

Resources Mentioned:

·       Sheila Boysen-Rotelli: Website   

·       Sheila Boysen-Rotelli: Podcast