The New Manager Podcast

Kim Nicol
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The New Manager Podcast is where you'll learn how to be a better manager with simple, doable ideas and frameworks. Kim Nicol is a coach and mindfulness teacher who started teaching Essential Skills for New Managers back in 2017, and helps folks in diverse industries with her approach to human-centered leadership. Learn more at: https://kimnicol.com/

  1. 1D AGO

    249. Three Shifts from IC to Manager and Leader

    When you're an IC, your focus is on execution. But as you rise to manager and leader, this must shift. Three things managers and leaders focus on, instead of trying to be the best at executing tasks: Making decisions.Building relationships.Creating a vision -- and communicating it so that others can see how they fit into it.. . . After the Episode Enrollment is open for March and April! For a limited time, use promo code SPRING20 and save 20% off the registration fee: ⁠https://maven.com/kimnicol/communication-strategies⁠ ~ Get in touch to discuss private coaching: ⁠https://kimnicol.com/⁠ ~ Connect on LinkedIn: ⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/kimnicol/⁠

    13 min

  2. FEB 9

    248. On Confidence - Part 2

    Leadership can feel heavy. I've found that most of the time when people talk about wanting to feel more confident, they really mean they want to feel more certain. They want to know that they're making decisions that will lead to best outcomes, and ensure success. This episode explores two sources of confidence: External and Internal. Learn to recognize and work with both, and you'll have an easier time finding authentic confidence when you need it most. . . . After the Episode Enrollment is open for March and April: ⁠https://maven.com/kimnicol/communication-strategies⁠ ~ Get in touch to discuss private coaching: ⁠https://kimnicol.com/⁠ ~ Connect on LinkedIn: ⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/kimnicol/⁠

    17 min

  3. FEB 2

    247. "Can I be direct with you?"

    Being direct is a great tool to have in your communications toolbox. Whether you're using it effectively will have a lot to do on other factors, like: context, power, relationship, and goals. In this episode we'll explore how (and why!) to be more direct. You'll also get some suggestions for what to do if you find that your direct approach is not always well received. . . . After the Episode Join the next class! Communication Strategies for Managers: ⁠https://maven.com/kimnicol/communication-strategies⁠ ~ Get in touch to discuss private coaching, team workshops or off-sites: ⁠https://kimnicol.com/⁠ ~ Connect on LinkedIn: ⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/kimnicol/⁠

    26 min

  4. JAN 12

    246. Trauma-Informed Care and Leadership

    There are five aspects of trauma-informed care that make good sense for the workplace: Safety / Psychological SafetyTrustworthinessChoice / AutonomyCollaborationEmpowerment / Motivation + EngagementPeople are human. The experiences we have in life shape how we perceive risk, make decisions, communicate, and work with others. Learning a bit about trauma-informed care makes it easier to bring out the best in yourself -- and the people you work with. . . . After the Episode Become a more calm, confident leader by honing your communication skills and strategic thinking: ⁠https://maven.com/kimnicol/communication-strategies⁠ ~ Get in touch to discuss private coaching, team workshops or off-sites: ⁠https://kimnicol.com/⁠ ~ Connect on LinkedIn: ⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/kimnicol/⁠

    20 min
  5. 245. Everyone Is Making It Up As They Go

    JAN 5

    245. Everyone Is Making It Up As They Go

    When I was first promoted to a manager role, I thought that maybe there would be meetings with other people managers where we discussed how to be good managers, and address challenges in doing the job. Nope! I began to realize that everyone was just figuring it out along the way. Three things to keep in mind as you start the year: Everyone is making it up as they go.Be observant. Pay attention and learn from the people around you.Be kind and compassionate with yourself. This is not an easy job. There's a lot of new things to learn when it comes to leadership and managing humans.. . . After the Episode Enroll now to strengthen your communication skills and strategic thinking: ⁠https://maven.com/kimnicol/communication-strategies⁠ ~ Get in touch to discuss private coaching, team workshops or off-sites: ⁠https://kimnicol.com/⁠ ~ Connect on LinkedIn: ⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/kimnicol/⁠

    9 min

  6. 12/30/2025

    244. Vision, Reflection, and Intention

    This is the last episode of 2025, so our focus will be VISION. First, we reflect on the year. Then, we set intentions for the year ahead. The heart of it all? You. Your vision of yourself -- as a leader, and as a person. I use Year Compass to help me reflect on my year, and set intentions for the year ahead. Get your own copy -- it's free, and probably offered in your preferred language: https://yearcompass.com/en/ . . . After the Episode Enroll now to hone your communication and strategic thinking: ⁠https://maven.com/kimnicol/communication-strategies⁠ ~ Get in touch to discuss private coaching, team workshops or off-sites: ⁠https://kimnicol.com/⁠ ~ Connect on LinkedIn: ⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/kimnicol/⁠

    16 min

  7. 12/15/2025

    243. How to get the most from Communication Strategies for Managers

    Working with and leading a diverse team takes skill. Developing any skill takes intentional practice -- whether you're learning a new language, a new dance step, or honing your communication skills and leadership mindset. Communication Strategies for Managers starts in January. Here's what you need to know, to get the most out of it. . . . After the Episode Enroll now to start the New Year strong, with structure and support to help you hone your Communication skills: ⁠https://maven.com/kimnicol/communication-strategies⁠ ~ Get in touch to discuss private coaching, team workshops or off-sites: ⁠https://kimnicol.com/⁠ ~ Connect on LinkedIn: ⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/kimnicol/⁠

    8 min

  8. 12/08/2025

    242. Manage AI Like a Person

    "Instead of thinking in terms of using AI, think about it as managing AI. Manage it like you would a person." This is one of the ideas shared at the Responsibly Human AI Summit last week, where leaders in HR, People Ops, and Employee Engagement gathered to discuss and learn about how to use AI at work. Here's my initial take. . . . After the Episode Enroll now for Communication Strategies for Managers: ⁠https://maven.com/kimnicol/communication-strategies⁠ ~ Get in touch to discuss private coaching, team workshops or off-sites: ⁠https://kimnicol.com/⁠ ~ Connect on LinkedIn: ⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/kimnicol/⁠

    13 min
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The New Manager Podcast is where you'll learn how to be a better manager with simple, doable ideas and frameworks. Kim Nicol is a coach and mindfulness teacher who started teaching Essential Skills for New Managers back in 2017, and helps folks in diverse industries with her approach to human-centered leadership. Learn more at: https://kimnicol.com/

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  • Creator
    Kim Nicol
  • Years Active
    2019 - 2026
  • Episodes
    269
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © Kim Nicol
  • Show Website
    The New Manager Podcast

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