If you’re asked to take over as manager after your boss moves on from the organization, start by reflecting on what you actually want. Do you want the position permanently or temporarily? Once you know that, be open and honest about that from the start. Take some time to assess the state of the team so you can determine what you need to accomplish. Is the team operating well, or are there issues that need to be resolved? In any case, stick with modest-sized decisions to keep from overplayin...
