#48 From New to Thriving: How to Set Up Your Leaders for Success

23 Mar

The three foundational moves you need to make to support and empower new team leaders

Summary

When a new leader steps into their role, they’re expected to get to grips with a lot—fast. In healthcare, where things move at an intense pace, there’s often little time for structured orientation or gradual learning. That’s where you come in. If you are leading leaders, your support can be the difference between someone who flounders and someone who flourishes.

In this episode, we explore the three essential moves you need to make to help your new team leaders build confidence, navigate uncertainty, and establish themselves in their roles:

1️⃣ Build Trust Early

Let them know you’ve got their back. In a high-pressure environment, leaders make fast decisions with the best information available at the time. Reassuring them that you trust their judgment creates psychological safety, giving them the confidence to lead decisively.

2️⃣ Prioritize One-on-One Meetings

Leadership is a relationship, not just a role. Investing time in regular, meaningful one-on-one conversations ensures they feel seen, supported, and connected. It’s also an opportunity to understand their working style, preferences, and challenges, helping you tailor your support to their needs.

3️⃣ Create a Feedback-Rich Culture

New leaders are often unsure if they’re on the right track. Establishing a habit of appreciative feedback not only boosts morale but also builds a foundation for constructive conversations when course correction is needed. Plus, we explore a simple 19-word framework that makes giving feedback feel less daunting and more effective.

If you are leading leaders, this episode is packed with insights and practical strategies to help you create a solid foundation—one that ensures your new team leaders can handle the fast pace of leadership with confidence and clarity. Plus, check out the show notes for a free Appreciative Feedback mini-course to help embed these practices into your leadership approach.