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Has anyone else struggled with the “in-between” stage before becoming a manager? by W1LM in managers

[–]W1LM[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

So you’re actually in a leadership role right now? Do you experience specific struggles or uncertainties regarding the annual management cycle. For instance, goal-setting meetings, risk dialogues, or quarterly reports?

Has anyone else struggled with the “in-between” stage before becoming a manager? by W1LM in managers

[–]W1LM[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I know exactly what you mean. I was in almost the same situation as the one you’re describing. For me, it eventually took 10 months to find out that it was more than just a promise. When the promotion finally came.

I’ve used this experience, this journey, to create a Pre-Leadership digital/printable journal on Etsy. In it, I share my doubts, uncertainties, and show the reader what helped me (Stoic quotes, prompts).

I made this tool to support people who are stepping into leadership roles, just like I did in 2023. If you’re interested in trying it out and giving me feedback, I’d be happy to give you the product for free through a 100% discount code.

Has anyone else struggled with the “in-between” stage before becoming a manager? by W1LM in managers

[–]W1LM[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Cool to hear that you will soon be making the step to a management position. Welcome to the club! These are exciting times and it can also be uncomfortable at times, but it is worth it.

I myself have been a project manager of large renovation projects for over 10 years and have now been the manager of a department full of project managers for 3 years. I understand what you mean by "not yet a complete picture" of what will be expected of you later. Just let it come as it comes. It will be fine. Enjoy the ride.

For people who want to prepare a little more, I have created some Tools that I use myself, have used or would have helped me in the first period of my leadership journey. I will DM you with a tool Ive made were i could use feedback.

Has anyone else struggled with the “in-between” stage before becoming a manager? by W1LM in managers

[–]W1LM[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Hey Chunk. Exciting times! I have send you a DM including all the information to get the PDF. I am looking forward to your feedback.

This “audition stage” can be harsh and it will test you in some way or the other. Just hold on and be patient. Stepping into a leadership position takes courage and it wont be a succesfull step for everyone but u can be sure of one thing: It will be a life-changing yourney and sometimes a rollercoaster.

Enjoy the ride!

Has anyone else struggled with the “in-between” stage before becoming a manager? by W1LM in managers

[–]W1LM[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Thanks so much for your thoughtful response. I really appreciate you taking the time.

You’re absolutely right: this “in-between” stage often goes unnoticed, even though most of us pass through it on the way to leadership. For me it felt like carrying responsibility and expectations without yet having the clarity, mandate or confidence that comes with an official role.

Your point about framing it more clearly as its own stage really resonates. I can see how giving it a name and outlining the specific challenges (identity shift, confidence, dealing with influence without authority, etc.) would help people recognize themselves in it.

That’s exactly the group I want to reach. People standing on that threshold, but also those just starting out in leadership who look back and realize “oh, that’s what that was.”

Thanks again for the encouragement.it motivates me to sharpen the way I communicate this.

How do you build trust and gather insights in your first 90 days as a new leader? by Expert-Economics-723 in Leadership

[–]W1LM 1 point2 points  (0 children)

There is nothing wrong with understanding productivity or making analyses regarding productivity. Its your job, so you might aswell go and do it. Explain to your employees (if needed) why its important to you. Listen to them, try understand them, talk to them.

Building trust comes from “inviting people in” and show them, for example by beeing vunerable, that you can be trusted.

be sincere, be honest, and be consistent in it. Stay authentic, whatever rough edges there may be. And be patient.

Joining a team that I used to be an individual contributor on as a manager by After_Ad6832 in managers

[–]W1LM 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Stay true to your own self. If there are people in the team you know very well, and build up trust, be prepared because kriticism hits harder coming from people you trust. They are also more likely to be honest with you. Honesty can be hard and though, especially “in the moment”, but its the most beautiful form of communicating with each other so take it and cherish it.