The jump from teammate to supervisor is one of the hardest transitions in any workplace. New managers are often promoted because they excelled in their previous role, not because they’ve been trained to lead the same peers they used to sit next to in meetings. Overnight, they’re expected to assign work, hold former colleagues accountable, and make decisions that affect people who, until recently, were simply friends and coworkers. When this shift is mismanaged, organizations risk eroded trust, team friction, and a new leader who either overcorrects into rigid authority or avoids the role’s hard edges altogether.
Whether you’re a newly promoted manager or preparing for your first leadership opportunity, this session offers a practical roadmap for navigating the transition with confidence, clarity, and integrity. Presented by VITAL WorkLife’s Sarah Prom, MA, LPC, ODCP, as part of the 2026 Leadership Webinar Series, this 45-minute webinar — “The New Manager’s Playbook” — will help participants explore how to balance approachability with authority, set clear expectations with former peers, and foster a culture of accountability and respect.
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Don’t leave your newest leaders to figure out this transition on their own: