From Buddy to Boss – Mastering the Promotion Transition

So, you’ve recently been promoted into a supervisory or manager role? Congratulations! Do you have team members who are also friends or friendly peers, and now everything just seems awkward? Are you considering ending friendships because they now report to you? Before you take that leap, create a fair and respectful plan to maintain friendships while drawing a line in the workplace sand. Join us for our online webinar, "From Buddy to Boss – Mastering the Promotion Transition," led by Wendy Sellers. Learn how to navigate the complexities of managing friends and peers with confidence and professionalism.

Why Should You Attend:

Most businesses in the USA are small businesses (under 500 employees) whom often promote from within to maintain institutional knowledge and manage budget constraints. Large businesses do this too! Teams that are “friendly” often have each other’s back and support the department's mission and vision. However, conflicts are inevitable, especially when your friend becomes your subordinate. This webinar will equip you with the tools to handle these challenges effectively, ensuring a smooth transition from buddy to boss. Don't miss this opportunity to enhance your leadership skills and foster a harmonious work environment.

Transitioning from buddy to boss may present challenges, but with the right mindset and strategies, you can successfully navigate this new terrain. Embrace your role as a leader, communicate openly, and lead by example. Seek support when needed and address conflicts promptly and fairly. By fostering team development, you’ll create an environment of growth and productivity. Remember, your success as a leader lies in your ability to balance friendship and authority while guiding your team toward achieving common goals. Best of luck on your exciting journey!

Your Benefits For Attending:

Addressing the Awkwardness Head On: Learn strategies to confront the initial awkwardness of your new role immediately. Understand why direct and professional communication is essential to maintaining a healthy work environment.
Team-Wide Accountability: Discover how to prepare your entire team for collective accountability. Gain insights into fostering fairness and respect without playing favorites or overburdening friends with excessive expectations.
Setting the Example: Understand the importance of relying on facts and maintaining confidentiality. Learn to avoid using “friendly” gossip and rumors when making workplace decisions to set a professional tone.
Staying Friends with the Buddy Who Lost the Promotion: Explore options and potential outcomes for maintaining a friendship with a colleague who lost the promotion to you. Discuss strategies to navigate this sensitive situation while keeping professional relationships intact.

What You Will Learn:

Determine their own leadership motivation
Avoid common pitfalls for new leaders
Coach employees with a wide range of challenges
See the difference between an attitude, behavior, or performance problem employee
Uncover the strengths, weaknesses, opportunities, and threats of their own team
Develop a plan to keep the team motivated and focusing on their strengths

Who Will Benefit:

New managers who were promoted, but not prepared
Managers and leaders struggling with the transition of being promoted from within
Managers, leaders, bosses, and supervisors, promoted among their peers
All Industry professionals

HRCI Credits | SHRM Credits

HRCI : 1.0 | SHRM : 1.0

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SHRM Credits: 1.0

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