There comes a time in many people’s careers when they arrive at a crossroads. They no longer feel their current position is stimulating enough, or they’re not fulfilling their full potential and want to take on more responsibility. They want to move up to a management role. But before you take the plunge, it’s important to ask yourself a few key questions.
Have I Exhibited Clear Signs of Leadership?
An integral part of any management position is being an effective leader. You need to successfully manage teams, delegate tasks and keep team members on track so projects are completed on time. This is why it’s important to assess your leadership skills. If it’s something that comes naturally, odds are you may ready to become a manager.
Do My Co-Workers Respect Me?
If your co-workers don’t respect you, it’s going to be an uphill battle from the start. But if they do respect you, value your opinion and routinely come to you for advice, you should be in good shape, and a management role could be right up your alley.
Do I Feel Comfortable Handling Significantly More Responsibility?
For some people, the thought of being at the top of the totem pole seems tantalizing from a distance. But once they’re actually faced with the cold hard reality of increased responsibility, things don’t seem quite so alluring. Before making the jump to a management position, be realistic about exactly what it entails. There are a lot of pros that come with it but there may also be a lot of cons as well.
Can I Stay Calm Under Pressure?
Let’s be honest. You’re going to have quite a bit on your plate and things aren’t always going to go as planned. There will no doubt be situations where you’re suddenly hit with adversity or unexpected curveballs. That’s why you should ask yourself if you have the mental toughness required to thrive in this type of position. Will you be able to keep your cool in a worst-case scenario? Or will you fold under the pressure?
Do I Feel Comfortable Giving Advice to Others?
It’s one thing to collaborate with team members as equals. It’s another when they’re your subordinates, and you’re the one calling the shots. Quite frankly, not everyone is comfortable with giving advice to others and being in a position of power. It takes a certain type of personality. But if you feel like this plays to your strengths, making the move to management makes sense.
Transitioning to a higher-power role can be exciting. But it’s important that you fully think it over before making a commitment. That way you’ll be better positioned for success once you actually do make the move.
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