The Accidental Manager
I never set out to become a manager. It happened by chance during an acquisition, and I quickly realized how unprepared I was. My only formal training in management had been two courses: one a decade earlier and one in grad school. The smaller companies I’d worked at since didn’t invest in management training, leaving me to navigate leadership largely on my own.
Many companies assume managers will instinctively know how to lead. That assumption is costly. Without proper training, managers struggle to inspire their teams, leading to poor outcomes for employees, customers, and the business itself.
Here’s the truth:
⭕ Good leadership inspires better performance.
⭕ People don’t quit jobs—they quit managers.
⭕ Most managers lack training in their most critical responsibilities.
What should you do?
1️⃣ Invest in management training before and after promotion.
2️⃣ Commit to ongoing leadership development for all leaders.
3️⃣ Set the tone at the top: great leaders seek feedback and continuous improvement.
Leadership isn’t instinctive—it’s a skill that can be learned and refined. If you’re serious about building a thriving organization, start by investing in your leaders. Your employees, customers, and bottom line will thank you.
Take a look at this article for more information about the problem:
