Becoming your former colleagues' manager
When you become your former co-workers' manager, friendships, expectations and power relations change. A well-handled transition strengthens trust, while a poorly handled one can cause envy and confusion. This guide helps you take on your new role clearly and fairly.
You will need
- A list of team members
- Time for one-to-one conversations
- Your own manager or a mentor for support
- A notebook
Steps
Recognise how your role changes
Write down for yourself what changes: you are now responsible for pay discussions, dividing work and assessing performance. Accept that you can no longer be everyone's equal friend in the same way.
Talk about the change openly
Have one-to-one conversations
Set boundaries for friendships
Treat everyone fairly
Make your first decisions carefully
Ask your own manager for support
Address problems early
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