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Before Day 1: Taking Advantage of the In-Between

Tom Spencer

If you are returning to school, take a wildly different class than your course of study. Pursue a minor in entrepreneurship or management, complete a certificate in sustainability, or take a physical education class. This could be a good time to learn a new language, so you can use it on a future work trip.

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How to Manage Managers

Harvard Business

Some organizations offer formal training for new managers or send up-and-coming leaders to executive education programs. Regularly seek feedback on how you’re doing as their manager. Case Study #1: Model the behavior you want to see. “The managers showed real growth in their skills.