"Sara, some of my newer leaders are really struggling. I know they want to shine, but they need support, and I don't have the time or skills to give them. Can you help?" 

This is a conversation I've found myself in more and more over the last year. So, how did we get here? 

More and more managers are being promoted into leadership roles without the training or support to succeed. In this episode, I unpack why so many emerging leaders are struggling: rapid reorgs, leaner teams, and the disappearance of formal leadership development. Then, I outline four key areas where new leaders need the most support.

If you are an emerging leader in your organization, this episode will help you identify the skills you can develop to improve your leadership competence and confidence. If you are leading emerging leaders, this episode will help you more deeply understand how and why emerging leaders are struggling (often through no fault of their own) and what you can do to help them thrive.

Whether you’re an executive watching your emerging leaders flounder or a brand-new manager looking for your footing, this episode offers practical insights you can use right away.

The hidden forces pushing people into leadership before they’re ready

The skill gaps most first-time leaders don’t even know they have

Four core areas every new leader needs to master: clarity & confidence, communication, coaching and people development, and leadership resilience

How to spot when your rising leaders need extra support—and how to get it for them

Links Mentioned:

Attend my Influence & Ignite Retreat for Women Business Owners: saradean.com/retreat

Hire me to speak: saradean.com/speaking

Coach with me: https://saradean.com/executive-coaching-services

Connect with me on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/saradeanspeaks

Watch Shameless Leadership episodes on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@saradeanspeaks

What You’ll Learn
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