New Managers
Starting out as a manager? Practical guides for your first 90 days and beyond, from common mistakes to survival strategies.
Welcome to the New Managers section of the Manager Toolkit blog. Starting out as a manager? Practical guides for your first 90 days and beyond, from common mistakes to survival strategies. Whether you are a new manager learning the ropes or an experienced leader sharpening your craft, the articles below offer practical, opinionated guidance you can apply with your team this week.
We write from the perspective of working managers, not theory. Every article is rooted in the day-to-day reality of running a team: the tradeoffs, the awkward moments, the things nobody told you when you got promoted. You will find templates, scripts, checklists, and honest takes on what works and what does not.
Browse the 4 articles below, or explore the full blog index for more topics. If you find something useful, consider trying Manager Toolkit, the free toolkit built specifically for people managers.
New managersLeadershipHow to Transition from IC to Manager
The promotion from IC to manager is one of the least understood transitions in any career. Here is how to navigate the mindset shift, avoid common traps, and build the habits that matter.
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New managersLeadershipChallenges Every New Manager Faces
Becoming a manager is one of the biggest transitions in a career. Here are the real challenges you will face in your first 90 days-and what to do about each one.
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New managersLeadership5 Common Mistakes New Managers Make
Most new managers make the same five mistakes. None of them are obvious at the time-which is exactly what makes them so common.
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New managersLeadershipThe New Manager's Survival Guide
The jump from individual contributor to manager is harder than it looks. Here is what to focus on in your first 90 days to set yourself up well.
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