The New Exec Playbook: Your Most Important First Moves in Your First Executive Role (with Yue Zhao) from The Product Manager

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The New Exec Playbook: Your Most Important First Moves in Your First Executive Role (with Yue Zhao)

33 minutes Posted Feb 25, 2025 at 12:00 pm.

Meet Yue Zhao

Transitioning to an Executive Role

Building Relationships with Peers

Creating Psychological Safety

Debunking Myths About Executive Life

Adapting to Company Size and Maturity

Navigating Board and Investor Relations

Early Challenges for New Executives

Key Strategies for New Executives

Setting Boundaries and Work-Life Balance

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Starting a new job is tough—but stepping into an executive role is a whole different challenge. With high stakes, unrealistic expectations, and all eyes on you, how do you navigate this transition successfully?

In this episode, Hannah talks with Yue Zhao, executive coach and founder of The Uncommon Executive, about the realities of executive life, adapting to new dynamics, and essential steps beyond the typical 90-day plan.

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