Making the Move from Individual Contributor to Manager
1h 10mBeginner2024-05-28
Authors

Carolyn Goerner
Professor at Kelley School of Business, Founder of Practical Paradigm
Course details
Being promoted to a managerial role is an exciting and career-changing moment, one that requires you to learn new skills and, more importantly, learn a new mindset. Join professor of management Dr. Carolyn Goerner as she teaches you strategies to expand your focus beyond individual performance (self-leadership) to the broader success of your team (servant-leadership). Discover how to apply a new mindset and skills to successfully make the transition from individual contributor to manager. Learn how managers think, how managers act, and ultimately, how to grow in your role as a manager.
Skills covered
Management SkillsCareer ManagementCareer DevelopmentLeadership and ManagementOne-Off
Concepts
Introduction
- A manager's world is different
- Adopting a servant leadership mindset
Strategize Like a Manager
- Focus strategically to create value
- Align team output to business priorities
- Assert authority while being open to feedback
- Use collaborative language
Act Like a Manager
- Articulate your vision of the future
- Set clear performance standards
- Motivate others to action
- Balance consistency and individual concern
- Stop on a dime
- Delegate wisely
- Share your superpowers
- Prioritize psychological safety
- Have difficult conversations
Grow in Your Role as a Manager
- Clarify performance metrics
- Build strong relationships
- Conduct after-action reviews
Conclusion
- Embrace continuous learning