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Why (some) great employees fail after a promotion

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Why are so many companies filled with people out of their depth?

It could be the “Peter Principle” — when competent workers are promoted until they reach a role they can no longer handle.

Here are 3 ways to prevent it:

1. Offer support: Leaders aren’t born overnight. Provide training and resources to help new leaders thrive.

2. Embrace the challenge: Growth comes from being tested. Push your team (or yourself) to find and develop new competencies.

3. Course correct: If someone is struggling in a new role, don’t write them off. Move them to a position in which they excel and let them shine again.

How would you support a Peter?

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