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Stepping into a new leadership role often means leading an inherited team, which brings its own unique set of challenges. Acceptance and respect isn’t instant. You need to foster trust, develop relationships, and understand your team’s development needs. Today’s episode will guide you on this journey.

We’ll cover seven essential steps to building a team that feels like your own. You’ll learn how to build on the initial trust you’ll be granted and gain genuine respect from your team. Start by bringing a trusted “lieutenant” by your side—someone who shares your values and has your back.

Trusting your gut is equally crucial, especially in hiring decisions, as intuition often reveals insights beyond resumes and interviews. Instead of letting employees go after mistakes, invest in their growth to help them learn and improve. Plus, consider appointing a “court jester” who can provide unfiltered feedback to keep you grounded.

Tune in to the full episode to learn how these and other strategies can help you create a high-performing team aligned with your leadership vision. For more insights, check out my book, The Mammoth in the Room.

In this episode:

- Tip 1: Bring a trusted individual to the team

- Tip 2: Trust your gut instinct

- Tip 3: Trust is given, not earned

- Tip 4: Don’t invest in your competition

- Tip 5: Appoint a ‘court jester’ for honest feedback

- Tip 6: Hire for your blind spots

- Tip 7: Avoid team complacency

Get in Touch:

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