Dina Denham Smith Dina Denham Smith is an executive coach, strategic advisor, and Thinkers50 Radar honoree. She helps senior leaders and teams at organizations including Google, Netflix, Sephora, and Goldman Sachs build the clarity, resilience, and relationships required at the top. She is the lead author of Emotionally Charged: How to Lead in the New World of Work. Connect with her on LinkedIn or at dinadsmith.com, and subscribe to her newsletter, A Moment to Think.
The Keys to Succeeding Under a New Manager
Frequent leadership transitions have become a defining feature of modern organizations, creating both disruption and opportunity for employees. While many executives take a passive “wait-and-see” approach when a new manager arrives, doing so can limit their influence, visibility, and growth. Instead, treat the transition as a strategic reset. The first weeks with a new manager are critical for shaping perceptions, clarifying expectations, and building trust. By proactively sharing context, understanding a manager’s working style, strengthening peer alignment, and intentionally redefining how they want to be seen, you can use leadership changes to reposition yourself, strengthen relationships, and create new opportunities for career growth.
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