No one tells you how hard it is to transition from being a great employee to being a great leader—until you’re already in the thick of it. In this episode, I’m breaking down the five hard truths of leadership that no one warns you about, so you can avoid common pitfalls, gain respect, and lead with confidence from day one.

Did anyone ask if you actually wanted to be a manager? Or did you get promoted because you were great at your job, only to realize that leadership is a whole different game?

Too many new managers struggle with the transition from doing the work to leading others in doing the work. And without a roadmap, it’s easy to feel overwhelmed, overworked, and unsure of how to actually lead your team.

In this episode, we’re tackling five leadership truths that no one tells you—until it’s too late. You’ll learn what’s keeping new managers stuck, the biggest mistakes to avoid, and how to step into leadership with authority (without losing your sanity).

• Why clinging to your old job is holding you back from leadership success
• The real reason your title alone doesn’t earn you authority
• How meetings can make or break your reputation as a leader
• Why firing someone is inevitable—and how to do it the right way
• How your leadership habits shape company culture, whether you realize it or not

If this episode resonated with you, don’t just sit on it—take action! Pick one of these truths and start implementing a change this week. Then, send me a message on LinkedIn and tell me which one hit home the most.

Know someone who’s struggling with leadership? Send them this episode! Share it with a fellow manager who could use these insights, and let’s make leadership less of a guessing game.