Have you ever struggled transitioning from one level to the next?

Our reader poll today asks: Have you ever struggled transitioning from one level to the next, like from manager to director?

– Always – I’ve struggled every time I’ve changed levels: 14%
– Sometimes – I’ve had a couple of bumpy transitions: 49%
– Rarely – Most of my transitions have been smooth: 28%
– Never – I’ve never had trouble making a leap: 9%

Expectations have changed. You got the promotion because people believe in you. It’s time to start believing in yourself. When changing levels, look at behaviors that need to change and be honest with yourself about insecurities you have about the next level. The keys to transitions are embracing the new expectations, spending time preparing to contribute in new ways, and acting “as if” you’re supposed to be at that table – because you are. The faster you can wrap your head around the new expectations and practice those new behaviors, the smoother your transition will be.

Do you agree with these poll results? Let us know in the comments below!

– Mike Figliuolo at thoughtLEADERS, LLC

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These results were originally a SmartPulse poll in SmartBrief on Leadership which tracks feedback from more than 210,000 business leaders. Get smarter on leadership and sign up for the SmartBrief on Leadership e-newsletter.