JUMP-START Your First Week as a New Manager: The No-Favorites Edition! By AW Schade Congratulations, Newbie Manager! You’ve finally made it to the big leagues! But before you start picking your work “bestie” or planning your "Cool Boss of the Year" acceptance speech, let’s set the record straight: being a great manager isn’t about hiding behind your favorite employees or being the life of the office. It’s about leading by example and making sure everyone plays by the same rule book—kind of like a fair couch in a game where the goal is success for all. Now, let’s set some realistic expectations. This guide can’t work miracles or transform your personality (sorry, that’s on you and your self-help book collection). But what it can do is help you organize your thoughts and approach to managing effectively. Don’t stress about trying to be the office hero; your inner circle of respect will build itself over time. Employees know who the experts and leaders are—they’ll gravitate tow...
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