I’m transitioning into management

Each module is a pillar of the role. Finish one before opening the next — you’ll always know exactly what to read next.

1. 1
   Pillar · Manager onboarding 1.5h0/2 done

   Module 1 — The first 90 days

   Outcome: You have a 30/60/90 plan and know what to stop doing as an IC.

   Week 1 overview · objectives & prerequisites

   1. 1.1
      New Manager: Your First 90 Days

      9 min read
   2. 1.2
      Founder Mode vs. Manager Mode: When to Stay Deep, When to Delegate

      12 min read

   Next up → Module 2 — Run great 1:1s
2. 2
   Pillar · 1:1 cadence 1.5h0/2 done

   Module 2 — Run great 1:1s

   Outcome: Every direct report has a useful 1:1 every week.

   Week 2 overview · objectives & prerequisites

   1. 2.1
      1:1 Meetings That Actually Help

      9 min read
   2. 2.2
      The Manager as Coach: The Highest-Leverage L&D Investment You'll Ever Make

      17 min read

   Next up → Module 3 — Feedback without flinching
3. 3
   Pillar · Feedback culture 2h0/3 done

   Module 3 — Feedback without flinching

   Outcome: You can give and receive hard feedback without it becoming personal.

   Week 3 overview · objectives & prerequisites

   1. 3.1
      Feedback Frameworks That Land

      8 min read
   2. 3.2
      Difficult Conversations: A Manager’s Field Guide

      11 min read
   3. 3.3
      Emotional Regulation at Work — What to Do in the 90 Seconds Before You Reply

      8 min read