One of the most exciting times for a manager is a promotion into a new role. Of course, along with the new title and compensation comes the responsibility and need for new skills and broader perspective. What are some of the keys to success when handling this type of transition?

• Understanding and Outlining expectations early.
• Assessing your team.
• Setting priorities.
• Developing a 120 day plan.
• Communicating, communicating, communicating.

Research has shown that one of the biggest mistakes a newly promoted manager makes is assuming that the technical skills that won them the job will be the same ones they should use to successfully manage and lead in a new role.  Many simply do not have an approach taking on new responsibilities. A coach can help them plan and ensure they are clear on their responsibilities, and adding value in their new role as quickly as possible.

In Perspective Approach

Initiate a candid conversation about the expectations for Maggie that comes along with this new promotion.

• Start with a discussion about what’s expected of Maggie in her role.
  1. How is that different and the same from her previous job?
  2. What is Maggie’s boss requiring of her?
  3. Who are her key stakeholders now?
  4. What does her new staff need to know about her?
  5. What do they need to do their jobs well?
• Data gathering/Interview phase - Feedback and planning.
• Action Planning with Maggie and alignment meetings with her manager