Anonymous
Post 05/16/2013 12:18     Subject: Resources for New Managers
The New Leader's 100-Day Action Plan: How to Take Charge, Build Your Team, and Get Immediate Results http://www.amazon.com/New-Leaders-100-Day-Action-Plan/dp/1118097548
Good luck!
Anonymous
Post 05/15/2013 21:48     Subject: Resources for New Managers
I wondered if I was set up to fail. So messed up. My managers were resentful in the beginning but now see how hard the job is and say they don't even want the job. Ugh. Just have to hang in for a year!
Anonymous
Post 05/15/2013 12:20     Subject: Resources for New Managers
Were you set up for failure in this post? A couple of red flags: appointed by your predecessor without going through the process, others in your division who applied even though you didn't have to), feeling like you are twisting in the wind. I'd keep your eyes open for how you are being treated by your managers.
Anonymous
Post 05/15/2013 08:10     Subject: Resources for New Managers
I recommend manager-tools.com. Some good resources there. But you should absolutely approach your boss and/or your HR/development people about resources and coaching.
Anonymous
Post 05/14/2013 05:03     Subject: Resources for New Managers
Anonymous wrote:OP said he had subordinate managers. He/She probably manages 4-6 directly.


True. Then that's very different. It's basically just a first time manager.
Anonymous
Post 05/13/2013 21:26     Subject: Resources for New Managers
OP said he had subordinate managers. He/She probably manages 4-6 directly.
Anonymous
Post 05/13/2013 17:14     Subject: Resources for New Managers
Yes Seriously O-50. I Have Dreams About it.
Anonymous
Post 05/13/2013 06:28     Subject: Resources for New Managers
How do you go from 0 to 50??!? That's one weirdly leveled org. Do you literally have 50 people reporting to you? I sure hope not...

Is this a call center ?
Anonymous
Post 05/12/2013 23:58     Subject: Resources for New Managers
I got a promotion and went from managing no one to managing a division of 50. I have supervisors who report to me who applied for my new position but did not get it. I actually did not apply (didn't think they'd even consider me) but was appointed by my predecessor. Now I have the job, what can I do to be successful? The organization has no on-boarding process for execs and I feel a bit like I'm blowing in the wind. I'm expected to launch 3 major IT initiatives and restructure the division. Is there coaching or other resources for me? Anyone been in this position? I've had lunch with to other division chiefs and they have nothing helpful to offer other than friendship (though I value that highly) and wishing me good luck because I'm going to need it.