Tips for New Administrative Supervisors to Get Along with Admins

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If you're an administrative support professional recently promoted to administrative supervisor, you may be having difficulty making the transition in your relationships. Here are some expert tips to keep smooth relationships with your former admin colleagues while embracing your new role of supervising them.

EXPERT Q&A FOR ADMINISTRATIVE PROFESSIONALS

QUESTION: I’m an administrative support professional who has just been promoted to the position of supervisor of other admin professionals. How do I make this transfer and keep relationships with my former colleagues, now my subordinates, comfortable and operating smoothly?

ANSWER (by Erin O’Hara Meyer, PHR, international trainer and consultant and president of Administrative Excellence, Inc.):

This is a challenge for everyone that has ever been in this situation. Promotions from within require a great deal of professionalism, savvy, and patience on the part of a new manager. It can be awkward for everyone involved. As challenging as these situations can be, however, my fundamental suggestion is to always “be yourself.” Your skill, talent, and experience led you to this new role – so trust your instincts and use your attributes wisely to navigate through uncharted waters.

Below are three things that may help you get off to a successful start:

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