Welcome to episode nr 47 of The Coffee Journeys Show: My First 90 Days What I Learned the Hard Way

Stepping into leadership is exciting—but it’s also a reality check. In this episode, I’m sharing the hard lessons I learnedin my first 90 days as a leader.

From letting go of the “expert” mindset to navigating team dynamics, dealing with leadership loneliness, and redefining what success looks like—this episode is packed with real experiences, honest reflections, and practical advice for anyone transitioning into leadership.

Tune in to hear:
✅ What I expected vs. what really happened
✅ The biggest challenges I faced (and how I overcame them)
✅ What I wish I had done differently
✅ Key takeaways for new leaders stepping into their first role

And if you’re looking for a structured framework for success, don’t miss my previous episode: The First 90 Days – Leadership Framework for Success.

Chapters

00:01:04 - My First 90 Days
00:02:27 - Expectations Vs Reality
00:03:10 - Expert Hat
00:04:43 - Different Rythm
00:06:00 - Different Role Different Skills
00:06:53 - Politics And Bureaucracy
00:07:59 - What Team Is Your Team
00:09:05 - Leadership Loneliness
00:10:01 - How Success Looks Like
00:10:58 - What Would I Do Different
00:12:10 - Conclusions

Links

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Your host

• 🧙‍♂️ Piotr Zagorowski @PiotrZagorowski
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Have a great day!