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about Boss Camp
Did you get thrown into the deep end of managing a team with little warning or training? Yup, that happens more often than you think! The good news is that if you’ve been tapped for leadership, there’s no doubt you can do the job well. Still, you probably have questions. Things like: What should you include in your first team agenda? What do you do if direct reports turn in work late? How can you keep your high performers engaged?
These lessons plans cover the basics that frequently get skipped in traditional management courses. Boss Camp is specifically designed for new managers looking for a survival guide, as well as current managers looking to replenish their tool kit. From leading a new team, to building community, to learning tactics for tough situations, you’ll find plenty of solid advice. Happy reading, and best of luck to you and your team!
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establish the campground
LEADING a new team
Did you just get thrown into the deep end? Yup, it happens a lot. Here’s a breakdown of what to cover week by week for your first 30 days as a new manager — including an agenda outline for your first team meeting.
ToP Seven traits of a great boss
Roughly 57% of employees have left a job because of a bad manager. Maybe you have, too. Now that you’re a manager, make sure you’re not the reason people quit. Here are some of the top traits of a great boss.
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Strike the match
Encouraging Visibility
Almost every major decision around your career will happen in a room you’re not in — whether it’s getting a promotion, raise, or first dibs on a project. Making yourself, your direct reports, and your team a household name is important. Here’s how.
EMBRACING Stretch projects
Stretch projects are a prime way for direct reports to stand out. They can be anything from analysis reports, to creative presentations, to business strategies. This lesson plan includes some easy stretch projects ideas for your team to tackle.
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Paddle Together
Understanding personality types
There are a ton of personality tests and frameworks out there. This lesson plan covers some of the biggies: Situational Leadership, StrengthsFinder, and Enneagram numbers. Knowing the strengths or motivators of your direct report can help you lead them.
CREATING A COMMUNIty
Sometimes the work itself isn’t glamorous. That’s where having a really strong team community comes in handy. Here are easy, medium, and more involved ways of creating a happy culture within your team. Trust me, it’ll make the work more enjoyable in the long run.
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break in case of Emergencies
Tools AND RESOURCES
If you work in the tech space, these are some common tools you’ll run into (and how to use them). This includes: ASANA, Google Analytics, Canva, Miro, Afrehs, SEMRush, and HARO. You might not use all, but having a basic understanding of them will help.
Tactics for Difficult Situations
Is your direct report turning in work late? Is your team nervous post-layoffs? Is your top performer feeling really overwhelmed? Every manager will handle difficult situations in their own style, but these are at least some starting points to jump from.
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THANK YOU!
Boss Camp continues to evolve as a site. Check back as we add more helpful advice for new managers.