About this episode
In this episode, the hosts and guest discuss the transition from peer to leader, providing practical advice for new managers.
From Peer to Leader: Turning Thinking into Action In this follow-up to Episode 6, Anna, Stuart, and guest Oli Sanandres return to help a listener take their first steps into people leadership. If you haven’t listened to Part 1, start there as it lays the essential mindset groundwork. In Part 2, we move from thinking like a leader to acting like one. The listener asks: “Dear Aunty Treacle, I’ve recently accepted a promotion at work that will see me move from individual contributor to line manager. This is my first step into people management, and I’m determined for it to be successful. How do I step out of my peer group and into this leadership position without putting noses out of joint, losing friendships, and while still delivering for the organisation and the employees? Wisdom from those who’ve done this before would be appreciated.” Together, the team dive into the tools, habits, and conversations that make this transition work in real life. Key Topics Covered Starting with connection and recontracting relationships Setting expectations clearly and early Giving and receiving feedback with care and clarity Creating psychologically safe spaces for team input Balancing kindness…
People in this episode
Hosts: Anna, Stuart
Guest: Oli Sanandres
Topics covered
- connection and recontracting relationships
- setting expectations
- giving and receiving feedback
- creating psychologically safe spaces
- balancing kindness with accountability
- using routines and rituals
- managing up, down and across the system
- leading without being the hero
Keywords
- people leadership
- first steps
- line manager
- feedback
- psychological safety
Mentioned in this episode
Books & works: The Sticky Middle, Setting Up for Success
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