Are You a Newly Promoted Middle Manager? Here’s How to Find Your Path.

If you've recently been promoted to a management role, you might feel like you're caught in the middle. You're no longer just an individual contributor, but you're not yet at the top. You're the crucial link between senior leadership and your team—a position that coach Laura Lily Goodridge calls the "sandwich layer." Being a middle manager can be challenging, especially when you are trying to find your path to success.

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In a recent episode of the Coaching Gold podcast, hosts Dorian Cunion and Dr. Rudy Jackson sit down with executive coach Laura Goodridge to unpack the unique challenges and opportunities of middle management. The conversation reveals why this "sandwich layer" is responsible for an incredible 90% of a company's output, yet often gets the least amount of support.

This is precisely why your personal and professional development is so critical right now.

In this episode, you’ll discover:

• The #1 problem hurting teamwork (and it’s not what you think). Hint: It’s the top reason people seek coaching.

• The powerful difference between influence and manipulation, and how to build trust with your team.

• A simple framework to help you communicate more effectively and get your message across every time.

• Why self-reflection is your most valuable leadership tool and how to use it to identify your strengths and weaknesses.

Laura, Dorian, and Rudy get right to the heart of what it takes to succeed in a leadership role, offering practical advice and actionable takeaways that will surely benefit readers. They don't just discuss leadership theory; they provide real-world tools that you can use to start creating a better team culture and a more effective work environment right away.

This conversation is a must-watch for any new or aspiring manager who wants to build confidence, gain clarity, and unlock their full potential.

Don’t just manage your team—empower them.

Watch the full episode now on YouTube, or listen on Spotify.