Accidental Managers

11/09/2025 11 min Episodio 44
Accidental Managers

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This week's episode of 'How to Lead with Kate Waterfall Hill' is all about accidental managers—individuals who have been promoted to leadership roles without formal training. Kate offers practical advice for accidental managers to shift from feeling overwhelmed to being an intentional leader, as well as guiding senior leaders on how to better support first-time managers.Episode Highlights:00:00 Introduction: Navigating Accidental Management01:13 Meet Linda: The Bad Manager02:10 Understanding Accidental Managers03:49 Common Pitfalls of New Managers04:42 Strategies for Effective Leadership06:00 Practical Steps for New Managers07:59 Support for Accidental Managers09:27 Conclusion: Embrace Intentional LeadershipJOIN MY COMMUNITY: Subscribe HERE⁠⁠ if you’d like new podcast episodes delivered right to your inbox along with weekly tips, tools, and musings. Have you subscribed yet?It would mean so much to me if you would SUBSCRIBE, SHARE OR REVIEW the How to Lead podcast wherever you get your podcasts!Useful links:Free Resources and more information on Kate's coaching programmes Buy the "How to Lead" bookConnect with Kate on LinkedInFollow Kate on TikTokContact Kate