I have been an individual contributor for about 4 years and will soon be an analytics manager at a new company, with 1-2 people eventually reporting to me. What resources would best prepare me for this role?
Congrats on the promotion…
From my experience, diving into leadership books and maybe even a podcast or two can be super helpful. I remember when I made a similar leap—I started with “The First 90 Days” and it was a game-changer. Also, chatting with your future team members about their expectations can give you a head start.
Hey, I’ve been in your shoes. After spending 4 years as an individual contributor, I transitioned to an analytics manager role with a couple of direct reports. What helped me most was reading “The Manager’s Path” by Camille Fournier and “Radical Candor” by Kim Scott. I also found online courses on leadership and management from Coursera and LinkedIn Learning invaluable. Engaging with a mentor who had management experience provided practical insights that books couldn’t. These resources gave me a solid foundation to confidently step into my new role.
Reprimand in private, commend in public.
Enroll in classes focused on “teamwork” and “leadership”.
Discover your personality (the way you respond to different people and situations).