Making the Move from Individual Contributor to Manager

Making the Move from Individual Contributor to Manager

1h 10mBeginner2024-05-28

Authors

Carolyn Goerner

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
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