Work It I’m a new leader. How do I earn my team’s respect?
Oct 23, 2024
Transitioning into a leadership role can be tricky, especially when team members turn to your boss instead of you. Discover effective strategies to earn respect, such as fostering open communication and understanding team dynamics. Learn how to align expectations with your team while adapting to their individual needs. This insightful discussion provides valuable tips for new leaders looking to establish authority and build rapport.
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Context of Leadership Change
- New leaders entering established teams face challenges due to existing norms and comfort with prior leadership.
- It takes time and active effort to establish new authority and communication flows with the team and boss.
Align Expectations with Your Boss
- New leaders should align with their boss on communication flow and control over work decisions.
- Convey these agreed expectations to the team to curate clear authority and reduce bypassing.
Gain Boss Support to Empower You
- Encourage your boss to publicly empower you to handle team matters so staff stop going directly to the boss.
- Clearly communicate new communication protocols during team meetings for smoother transitions.