You hear through the grapevine that a reorg is about to happen. Assumptions are shared through chats, emails, and water cooler discussions. As time passes, employees get anxious awaiting the news.

You assure your team that everything will work out regardless of the new manager.

The time arrives for the announcement of the reorg. You feel the tension as employees await the news.

The org chart is displayed and you immediately search it to find your team. And then…you notice the new manager assigned to your org - someone you have a history with.

You feel a deep pit in your gut as memories of the past start flooding through your mind. Ughhhh!

Let’s explore how to shift your mindset to support and partner with your new male IT manager.

Tina Chapman helps women leaders in IT become more assertive and develop allies so they can confidently deliver on their best ideas. For step-by-step support, apply for Tina's Empowered Leadership Breakthrough program and she'll be in touch to invite you to a call.

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