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How New Managers Can Manage a Direct Report Who Wants Their Job
In episode 153 of New Manager Conversations, Lucas and Luna tackle one of the trickiest situations a new manager can face: a direct report who openly or quietly wants your job. Using a real-world example from a mid-sized tech company, they break down how to spot the signs, why this dynamic is more common than you think, and a three-step framework for turning ambition from a threat into an asset. They discuss the importance of having honest conversations early, how to create growth paths that don't feel like a dead end, and what to do if the report's ambition becomes toxic. Plus…
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