You promoted a superstar employee to a supervisory role. She now manages the people who were once her peers, and while she exhibits strong leadership potential, she’ll likely need guidance along the way.
This change in the power dynamic can be awkward, and even problematic, for employees and the newly anointed supervisor. There are common pitfalls that, if avoided, can promote a smoother transition and a healthy working environment.
Tips Include:
- Remind them it’s a marathon, not a sprint
- Encourage them to be an even-handed leader
- Teach them to delegate
- Prevent the micromanagement trap
- Keep coaching them
