As a new manager, mistakes are inevitable. The mindset to acknowledge mistakes and learn from them is essential to success. Learn from these 11 common mistakes. By Vinita Bansal.
As a new manager, mistakes are inevitable. The first few weeks are the most critical to earning trust and respect from people in the organization. The mindset to acknowledge mistakes and learn from them is essential to the growth and success of a new manager.
First-time managers fail when they do not accept the challenges of the new role with openness and curiosity. They are oblivious of the impact of their own actions, how others perceive them, and live with a false sense of pride in the assumption that everything they do is right… What new managers need to know is that self-awareness is the first step to notice their own shortcomings. They are bound to make mistakes, but self-discipline and eagerness to improve can help them learn from these mistakes and offset their vulnerabilities.
The excitement of the new job along with the commotion of its demands will cause you to make mistakes as a new manager.
The article then summarizes things to avoid:
- I need to act early to establish credibility
- You’re too worried that everyone is watching you
- You think asking for help or advice is a sign of weakness
- You are expected to know everything
- You need to optimise for team goals
- Former peers are my friends
It may be uncomfortable at first, but a new manager must openly discuss the new dynamics with each of their team members. Talk about your new role, define boundaries, and align on expectations. Mention that you will make mistakes and will need their support to learn and do what’s right for the team. For full list of the mistakes follow the link to the article. Refreshing read!
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