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Getting promoted over your former teammates changes the relationship, whether anyone says so or not. This playbook helps you acknowledge the change, set new expectations, and support their success as their leader.
INSIDE THE PLAYBOOK (1 page)
A 3-step framework: Acknowledge the Change, Set Expectations, Support Their Success
Two-minute prep so you walk in clear
Real wording for the hardest part
A short checklist for your next move
THE COMPANION TOOL: Leadership Transition Checklist (4 pages)
Helps you assess each relationship, plan your first 30 days, set new boundaries, build credibility, align with stakeholders, and plan early wins.
USE THIS WHEN
You’ve been promoted over former teammates
Friendships are creating awkwardness
Boundaries are becoming unclear
Expectations have shifted
YOU’LL KNOW IT’S WORKING WHEN
Professional boundaries are clear
Relationships remain respectful
Team trust grows over time
WHAT YOU GET
Instant download: one zip file with three print-ready PDFs (US Letter). The playbook, the Leadership Transition Checklist, and a one-page Before You Begin guide.
Getting promoted over your former teammates changes the relationship, whether anyone says so or not. This playbook helps you acknowledge the change, set new expectations, and support their success as their leader.
INSIDE THE PLAYBOOK (1 page)
A 3-step framework: Acknowledge the Change, Set Expectations, Support Their Success
Two-minute prep so you walk in clear
Real wording for the hardest part
A short checklist for your next move
THE COMPANION TOOL: Leadership Transition Checklist (4 pages)
Helps you assess each relationship, plan your first 30 days, set new boundaries, build credibility, align with stakeholders, and plan early wins.
USE THIS WHEN
You’ve been promoted over former teammates
Friendships are creating awkwardness
Boundaries are becoming unclear
Expectations have shifted
YOU’LL KNOW IT’S WORKING WHEN
Professional boundaries are clear
Relationships remain respectful
Team trust grows over time
WHAT YOU GET
Instant download: one zip file with three print-ready PDFs (US Letter). The playbook, the Leadership Transition Checklist, and a one-page Before You Begin guide.