8 Immediate Steps to Take Charge as an Effective Leader
Congratulations! you have got the promotion you wanted for a long time.
Finally, your hard work and skills have been rewarded. It’s time for gratitude, joy, and celebrations — don’t miss that.
Now you have additional responsibilities and higher expectations. You will be tested and judged for your own and the team’s performance and achievements.
The initial few weeks of taking charge are crucial to position yourself as a team leader. Many leaders don’t use it wisely.
They get overwhelmed by the additional responsibilities and jump in to meet challenges with the mindset of the previous position. Thus, they miss the big picture and give an average performance.
Based on the literature I consulted and my 30 years of experience working in different leadership positions; I have short-listed 8 immediate steps that are important for an effective takeover as a team leader.
1. Start with the Boss
A good working relationship with the boss is the key to success.
Building rapport with the boss is entirely on you. Don’t wait for the boss to reach out to you.
Take the initiative and talk to your boss about the new role. Delaying this may breed wrong…
