Chapter 1. Getting Started

The transition from individual contributor to achieving through others is a frustrating and often difficult one for most people. This section will help you ‘get up-to-speed quickly’ as a manager, making sure that you take account of the expectations of others, identify priority issues to address, capitalise on opportunities for quick wins and establish effective ways of working with your team.

Activities include:-

• Clarifying your role as a manager
• Identifying priorities
• Spotting opportunities for quick wins
• Team presentations
• Team effectiveness review