Making the jump from team member to team leader.

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- Managing former co-workers -

Transitioning from team member to team manager can be both exciting and challenging. With a Mind Tools subscription, you’ll get practical tips and positive insights to help you embrace your new role – and any subsequent leadership opportunities - with confidence.

Now you're the boss...

Learning to lead your former co-workers is never easy, but our article Now you're the boss...includes 7 tips to smooth the transition. It will help you foster a collaborative environment and build a stronger, more productive team.

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Rookie mistakes new leaders make

Every new leader wants to get off to the best possible start. So, it's important to get things right. Rather than muddling your way through, why not learn from five of the most common mistakes often made by new leaders from our video?

Watch our video

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