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How New Managers Can Handle a Direct Report Who Is Overqualified
In this episode of New Manager Conversations with Fexingo, Lucas and Luna tackle a tricky leadership scenario: managing a direct report who is overqualified for their role. Using the example of a senior engineer who took a step back for work-life balance, they explore why overqualified reports are often misread as disengaged or unmotivated. The hosts break down the signs that an overqualified report might be bored versus simply choosing a different life priority, and they share a practical framework for having an honest conversation about growth without pushing someone toward a promotion they…
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