Surviving a Boss Change!
3 September 2013
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Title: Surviving a boss change! Boss change This morning you learned that your boss was leaving. Still in shock, you don't know if you should cry with happiness or despair. The transition from one boss to another is not without worry or uncertainty. Beyond the pleasure that the announcement of his departure brought you or not, nothing will be the same. Your work habits, ways of working and relationships will be questioned. Each new boss arrives with his own style to which you will have to adapt. Will he appreciate your work as much? Will he show as much understanding of your weaknesses and family obligations? No more leaving at 5 p.m. to pick up the youngest at daycare! Will he lock himself in his office and make his decisions alone without consulting you or will he change favorites? So many questions are crowding your head... Especially since for some, the departure of the former has just destroyed the only hope of being promoted, now maybe it will be necessary to start all over again. Of course, for others, it's the end of the nightmare and finally the possibility of coming out of the shadows. In short, an unexpected opportunity to make yourself known. As for those who dreamed of taking his place but were not chosen, put your Ego in the closet and seize the chance to prove your qualities even more or... leave!
Principle number 1
If you dread the arrival of your new boss, tell yourself that he does too. For most people, taking responsibility for leading a new group is always a little stressful. Even if he or she doesn't show it, he must certainly be apprehensive about his new duties to a certain extent. So give him a chance and at the same time give yourself one too! If you had an excellent relationship with the old one and you are sad about his departure, it's not a reason to resent the new one. Stop thinking about what you were doing before or how the other one managed this or that situation because, anyway, he won't be coming back! You have a "mourning" to do, but who's to say that this change isn't happening for the best?
Principle number 2
You're going to learn to dance to a new beat. Everyone has their own style. Jump at the chance to learn new procedures, to explore new techniques. Don't be reluctant to change because you could pay the price, but instead play the collaboration card. Who knows if you won't learn more about your abilities? Let this new manager arrive and settle into his new role, but don't delay in making yourself known and observing how he works to better establish a lasting collaboration. Don't forget that he too is looking for allies in his new team. He needs you as much as you need him.
Principle number 3
The chance of your life! Know that you are also being evaluated on your ability to adapt. Your boss and your boss's boss will be able to recognize if you are open to a new management style. Make him your ally to continue to progress and evolve. Any other attitude is just a waste of time. You might as well leave immediately in that case! Some, however, prefer to follow their former superior in the new organization, others will try their luck elsewhere. If you decide to stay, give yourself the means! Be proactive, participative while maintaining a critical mind. No one is asking you to be nice and play the top of the class. Your new boss would certainly appreciate it if you gave your point of view, that you were autonomous and responsible. Believe me, it will take one less worry off his mind knowing that your files are all rolling on their own and that he can rely on your judgment to avoid missteps.
Principle number 4
Test his values. This step will require a great sense of politics, tact, and finesse. You will have to try to discern as skillfully as possible the true face of this stranger (even if it is a former colleague). Whether he is sent from within or from outside, it is essential that you know what you are dealing with. Note that you also have the opportunity to do your own little investigation by using your network of contacts. However, form your own opinion. Go to lunch with him? Why not! If he hasn't already offered you one, what's stopping you from suggesting it? Suggesting that he participate in one of the office's social activities? And so, he too is trying to integrate. Each individual is unique and works with his own system of values, what worked with the other one won't necessarily work with him and vice versa. Hence the need to validate what works as quickly as possible to avoid misunderstandings.
Principle number 5
You may one day be in his situation. Observe his good moves and his mistakes and use them as inspiration to perform better tomorrow and be an excellent boss.
Nathalie Francisci.
Emplois.ca
Posted online September 3, 2013.
Principle number 1
If you dread the arrival of your new boss, tell yourself that he does too. For most people, taking responsibility for leading a new group is always a little stressful. Even if he or she doesn't show it, he must certainly be apprehensive about his new duties to a certain extent. So give him a chance and at the same time give yourself one too! If you had an excellent relationship with the old one and you are sad about his departure, it's not a reason to resent the new one. Stop thinking about what you were doing before or how the other one managed this or that situation because, anyway, he won't be coming back! You have a "mourning" to do, but who's to say that this change isn't happening for the best?
Principle number 2
You're going to learn to dance to a new beat. Everyone has their own style. Jump at the chance to learn new procedures, to explore new techniques. Don't be reluctant to change because you could pay the price, but instead play the collaboration card. Who knows if you won't learn more about your abilities? Let this new manager arrive and settle into his new role, but don't delay in making yourself known and observing how he works to better establish a lasting collaboration. Don't forget that he too is looking for allies in his new team. He needs you as much as you need him.
Principle number 3
The chance of your life! Know that you are also being evaluated on your ability to adapt. Your boss and your boss's boss will be able to recognize if you are open to a new management style. Make him your ally to continue to progress and evolve. Any other attitude is just a waste of time. You might as well leave immediately in that case! Some, however, prefer to follow their former superior in the new organization, others will try their luck elsewhere. If you decide to stay, give yourself the means! Be proactive, participative while maintaining a critical mind. No one is asking you to be nice and play the top of the class. Your new boss would certainly appreciate it if you gave your point of view, that you were autonomous and responsible. Believe me, it will take one less worry off his mind knowing that your files are all rolling on their own and that he can rely on your judgment to avoid missteps.
Principle number 4
Test his values. This step will require a great sense of politics, tact, and finesse. You will have to try to discern as skillfully as possible the true face of this stranger (even if it is a former colleague). Whether he is sent from within or from outside, it is essential that you know what you are dealing with. Note that you also have the opportunity to do your own little investigation by using your network of contacts. However, form your own opinion. Go to lunch with him? Why not! If he hasn't already offered you one, what's stopping you from suggesting it? Suggesting that he participate in one of the office's social activities? And so, he too is trying to integrate. Each individual is unique and works with his own system of values, what worked with the other one won't necessarily work with him and vice versa. Hence the need to validate what works as quickly as possible to avoid misunderstandings.
Principle number 5
You may one day be in his situation. Observe his good moves and his mistakes and use them as inspiration to perform better tomorrow and be an excellent boss.
Nathalie Francisci.
Emplois.ca
Posted online September 3, 2013.
