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Why New Managers Lose Top Talent
Most new managers focus on process and productivity in their first ninety days, but the silent killer of early tenure is how they handle internal equity. This episode examines a specific case where a high-performing individual contributor was promoted to management only to immediately alienate their former peers by demanding different compensation standards. We look at the psychology of fairness, the hidden resentment that builds when promotion doesn't equal pay parity, and the concrete steps leaders must take to reset expectations without breaking budget constraints. If you are…
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