<DIV>You've just been promoted to a managerial position for the first time -- congratulations! But beware: the managerial role differs markedly from the individual contributor role. Go into the job with mistaken assumptions about what to expect, and you just may be blindsided by surprising realities. <br><BR>This book helps you lay the foundation for succeeding in your new role, explaining how to:<BR><BR>· Discard the "doer" role of the individual contributor for the orchestrating role of the manager<BR><BR>· Adjust your leadership style to maximize your team's performance<BR><BR>· Balance conflicting expectations from your boss, peers, and direct reports<BR><BR>· Deal productively with the stresses and new emotions that come with being a manager</DIV>