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<v Speaker 1>Helping leaders motivate their people to a higher level of

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<v Speaker 1>performance through strong human relations, team building, and goala giving.

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<v Speaker 1>This is the seven Minute Leadership Podcast with your host

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<v Speaker 1>Paul Fello Aledo.

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<v Speaker 2>Hello everyone, and welcome to the seven Minute Leadership Podcast.

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<v Speaker 2>It's episode two forty six. Today we're talking about a

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<v Speaker 2>pivotal moment for new leaders, and that's stepping into your

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<v Speaker 2>first leadership role and navigating your first ninety days. Whether

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<v Speaker 2>you've just been promoted to a supervisor, manager or a

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<v Speaker 2>leadership position, you might be experiencing a whirlwind of emotions, excitement, doubt, pressure,

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<v Speaker 2>and maybe even a little fear. That's completely normal. Leadership

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<v Speaker 2>is a shift. It's no longer just about your individual performance.

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<v Speaker 2>It's about guiding a team, making decisions that impact others,

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<v Speaker 2>and setting it up tone for the culture around you.

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<v Speaker 2>You may find yourself wondering am I ready for this?

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<v Speaker 2>Will my team respect me? How do I balance authority

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<v Speaker 2>with approachability? And what if I make a mistake? These

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<v Speaker 2>are valid concerns, but here's the good news. Every great

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<v Speaker 2>leader has been exactly where you are right now. The

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<v Speaker 2>difference between those who thrive and those who struggle often

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<v Speaker 2>comes down to how they approach these crucial first ninety days.

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<v Speaker 2>This period isn't about having all the answers. It's about

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<v Speaker 2>setting a strong foundation. It's about listening, learning and leading

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<v Speaker 2>with intention. You don't have to prove yourself overnight, but

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<v Speaker 2>you do need to be proactive in building trust, establishing credibility,

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<v Speaker 2>and understanding your new role. From a leadership perspective, stepping

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<v Speaker 2>into leadership is a journey. It's not a single moment

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<v Speaker 2>in time, but the way you start can define your

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<v Speaker 2>leadership trajectory. So let's make sure your first ninety days

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<v Speaker 2>set you up for long term success. So the first

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<v Speaker 2>question you have to ask yourself is what are you

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<v Speaker 2>worried about? And in my experience, I've observed that new

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<v Speaker 2>leaders worry about a few key things. Earning respect, will

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<v Speaker 2>my team take me seriously? And making mistakes? What if

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<v Speaker 2>I make the wrong call, impostor syndrome? Do I really

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<v Speaker 2>belong in this position? In balancing relationships? How do I

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<v Speaker 2>transition from being one of them to being the one

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<v Speaker 2>in charge? So let's break this down and then we

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<v Speaker 2>can map out what your first ninety days should look like.

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<v Speaker 2>So first, let's start with overcoming the fear and impostor syndrome.

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<v Speaker 2>That voice in your head saying you're not ready for this,

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<v Speaker 2>or someone else could do this better. That's impostor syndrome.

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<v Speaker 2>Almost every leader faces it at some point in the truth,

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<v Speaker 2>you were chosen for this role for a reason. You

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<v Speaker 2>belong here. Here's how to quiet that doubt. Acknowledge it,

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<v Speaker 2>but don't let it control you self. Doubt is normal,

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<v Speaker 2>but it doesn't define you. Remember, leadership is a journey,

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<v Speaker 2>not a title. No one expects you to be perfect

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<v Speaker 2>on day one, and focus on action, not perfection. Every day,

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<v Speaker 2>do something that moves your team forward. This is where

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<v Speaker 2>goal setting and mind mapping becomes a priority for you. Next,

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<v Speaker 2>let's focus on balancing relationships. One of the biggest challenges

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<v Speaker 2>in stepping into leadership, especially if you're promoted from within,

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<v Speaker 2>is navigating the shift from one of them to leader.

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<v Speaker 2>Yesterday you were part of the group. Today you're the

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<v Speaker 2>one setting expectations, making decisions, and holding others accountable. The

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<v Speaker 2>key to balancing relationships is establishing clear but respectful boundaries.

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<v Speaker 2>You don't have to abandon friendships, but you do need

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<v Speaker 2>to redefine them in a way that prioritizes fairness, consistency,

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<v Speaker 2>and professionalism. Leadership isn't about being liked, It's about being respected,

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<v Speaker 2>and by leading within integrity, communicating openly, and treating everyone

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<v Speaker 2>with fairness, you'll learn the trust of your team without

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<v Speaker 2>compromising your authority. Next is your first ninety days and

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<v Speaker 2>what to focus on Your first three months as a

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<v Speaker 2>leader will set the foundation for your success. Here's what

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<v Speaker 2>you should prioritize your first thirty days. Focus on listening

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<v Speaker 2>and learning. Meet with your team. Have one on one

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<v Speaker 2>conversations with everyone. Ask them what's working well, what challenges

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<v Speaker 2>do they face? How can you support them and observe

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<v Speaker 2>before making big changes, don't come in thinking that you

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<v Speaker 2>need to fix everything on day one and focus on

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<v Speaker 2>building relationships. People don't follow titles, they follow leaders that

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<v Speaker 2>they trust. In day thirty one through sixty, focus on

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<v Speaker 2>establishing yourself. Set expectations. Make sure your team knows what

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<v Speaker 2>you expect and what they can expec from you, and

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<v Speaker 2>make sure all of this is in line with the

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<v Speaker 2>core values and mission of the organization, and then identify

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<v Speaker 2>quick wins. Find small but meaningful ways to improve things.

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<v Speaker 2>This builds momentum. This is why I always have a

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<v Speaker 2>small notebook you'll find the quick wins easily. Just make

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<v Speaker 2>sure to jot them down in your notes and communicate constantly.

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<v Speaker 2>Keep your team informed and engaged, keep them in the loop.

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<v Speaker 2>They will develop a sense of buy in if you're open, honest,

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<v Speaker 2>and transparent. And one critical point to make here when

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<v Speaker 2>you're communicating back to your team, don't use this time

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<v Speaker 2>to talk poorly about other people, especially if you're talking

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<v Speaker 2>about small roadblocks or something that didn't go right. New

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<v Speaker 2>leaders make the mistake of thinking they're connecting with their

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<v Speaker 2>team and scoring bonus points, but in fact they're undermining

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<v Speaker 2>their own leadership reputation when they speak poorly of others.

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<v Speaker 2>In day sixty one through ninety, this is the time

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<v Speaker 2>to strengthen and lead. Start making bigger decisions now that

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<v Speaker 2>you understand the landscape, take action and develop your leadership style.

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<v Speaker 2>Be authentic. You don't need to mimic other leaders. Find

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<v Speaker 2>what works for you, and continue learning. Leadership is an

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<v Speaker 2>ongoing process. Seek mentorship, read and grow. Every great leader

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<v Speaker 2>started where you are now, uncertain, nervous, but willing to learn.

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<v Speaker 2>Your job isn't to have all the answers, it's to

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<v Speaker 2>guide your team make smart decisions. And always be improving.

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<v Speaker 2>Stepping into your first leadership role can be both exciting

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<v Speaker 2>and nerve wracking. You might worry about earning respect, making mistakes,

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<v Speaker 2>or struggling with imposter syndrome. Your first ninety days sets

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<v Speaker 2>the tone for your leadership journey. Approach them with confidence, humility,

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<v Speaker 2>and a focus on action, and you'll build a strong

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<v Speaker 2>foundation for success. This has been the seven Minute Leadership Podcast,

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<v Speaker 2>and I thank you for listening.

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<v Speaker 1>For more, Paul Fell of Alito Podcasts, visit paulfellowalito dot com.