In this episode, best-selling author and leadership coach, Nils Vinje, shares 5 essential steps to prepare for moving from an individual contributor to a manager.

Podcast highlights:

1:39 - The most difficult shift - Why shifting from an IC role to a manager is one of the most difficult shifts?

5:06 - Importance of acquiring skills in advance - How acquiring the skills needed before getting into the next role can set you up for success?

8:25 - Five things to success - Nils shares the skillset that continues to be one of the most powerful and impactful tools in his leadership toolbox.

9:43 - Building relationships - Why is building relationships across the organization important to be recommended for a leadership position?

13:05 - Demonstrating initiative - There's no better way to prove that you are ready for the next role than by doing this.

16:55 - Expanding knowledge - How can this set you apart from others?

20:02 - Seeking feedback - How to ask for it in order to take actionable steps towards improvement.

22:29 - Summary of five things to get promoted to manager - Put these into action and it will help you prepare for your promotion to manager.

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