chapter1

Prepare

  • Let go of your previous role
  • Set up your energy management system
  • Understand the key transition challenges
  • Build profile of role, organisation and market
  • Start with the end in mind

1 Let go of your previous role

Saying your first step is to hand over your current role may seem like stating the obvious but, in my experience, people do not detach fast enough.

Letting go of current attachments as quickly as possible is a crucial first step because you need to refocus all your time, energy and thoughts on the new role. So, remember, however committed a person you are – your last role was your responsibility, but it is not your responsibility ...

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