How to Become a Manager When You’ve Never Managed

It’s a common scenario: You’re ready to move up into a managerial role, but you’ve been told that you’re not qualified because you lack management experience. But how do you gain that experience until you get to manage?

Moving from individual contributor to people manager does require a different set of skills. But that doesn’t mean you can’t develop them. It requires reflection, intentional action, and connection with others who will advocate for and support you. In this post for Psychology Today, Assistant Vice President Allison McWilliams, Ph.D., shares some key steps and strategies to get you started.