🌱Post 1 of 6 - From Expert to Executive: A Shift That Catches Many Off Guard

This is the first in a 6-part series on executive transitions — lessons I’ve learned coaching new leaders and reflected on in Coaching Perspectives X.

After years of hard work, late nights, and consistent delivery, you’ve been promoted. You’re now an executive. Congratulations… and welcome to the deep end.

But here’s what no one tells you: This shift isn’t just about a new title. It’s a complete redefinition of your role. As a new executive, the skills that got you promoted—technical expertise, project management, hands-on involvement—must now take a back seat. The expectation? That you lead through others, create space for your teams to shine, and make a measurable impact on the business.

🎯 You’re no longer the expert. You’re the enabler.
You’re not just executing — you’re steering the ship.
When I coach newly promoted leaders, this mindset shift is where we start. Together, we identify what to keep, what to let go of, and how to build the habits of executive leadership.

📘 I dive deeper into this transformation in my chapter from Coaching Perspectives X — but here on LinkedIn, I’ll be sharing the essentials, one post at a time.

👉 What was the hardest part of your transition into leadership?
Let’s share stories to help the next wave of executives lead with clarity and confidence.