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How New Managers Can Handle a Direct Report Who Is Also a Mentor
When you're promoted and suddenly managing someone who once mentored you, the power dynamic flips — and it's awkward. In this episode, Lucas and Luna explore what it really takes to lead a former mentor with grace and authority. They break down a real-world scenario: a new manager who now oversees the person who taught them the ropes. You'll learn how to acknowledge the history without being paralyzed by it, how to set boundaries that feel respectful rather than dismissive, and why the mentor-mentee relationship can actually become a strategic advantage if handled well. Lucas…
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