Just Promoted to Manager! 4 Essential Tips to Lead Effectively So, you've just been promoted to manager . Congrats on your job promotion! But now what? It's normal for new managers to feel a little (or a lot) overwhelmed at the thought of taking on a leadership role. But don't worry, here are 4 things you should do as soon as you find out you're going to be managing people. 1. Talk to your boss about what they expect of you As a new manager starting a different job, the first thing you should do after finding out you're being promoted is to schedule a meeting with your boss. This vital step allows you to find out what your boss expects of you in your new role and clarify your new responsibilities. Are there specific business development goals they want you to hit? Are there certain team members they expect you to focus on? During this meeting, it's also a good idea to ask about management style and if they have any specific communication preferences....