#1 Bestseller & #1 Top New Release

THE NEW MANAGER PLAYBOOK

The book designed to make managing EASIER

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57% of employee turnover is attributed to unskilled managers.

This is your tool to change that.

US businesses lose $1 Trillion annually on employee turnover

53% of managers report feeling burned out

Employees report 74% less stress in high trust companies compared to low-trust companies

76% higher engagement in teams with high psychological safety

46% of voluntary turnover is preventable with the right manager intervention

...and the list goes on and on.

INSTANT #1 Bestseller & #1 Top New Release!

"Through a combination of personal anecdotes, real-world examples, and actionable advice, Garvin breaks down essential skills such as setting expectations, giving feedback, delegating effectively, and fostering accountability. What sets this book apart is its emphasis on building trust and fostering genuine relationships within a team...
The New Manager Playbook is an invaluable asset for first-time managers seeking to cultivate a thriving and motivated team while developing their own leadership capabilities.”

Rajan Patel

Vice President, Search - Engineering, Google

Ready for managing to feel EASIER?

When you’re asked to be a manager, they never really tell you how hard it is. Between the requests of your team and demands of your own boss, it can feel like you’re being squeezed from all angles, without any support. And in a time when AI is moving at lightning speed, you’re hungry for tools to help you get the most from your team.

This book is the support you’ve been looking for.

"Garvin's insights from her years in team operations at top tech companies make this book an invaluable resource for new managers. Her strategies for building resilient, high-performing teams are both practical and forward-thinking. This playbook is recommended reading for anyone looking to excel in a leadership role.”

Joshua To

VP of Design, Meta

Listen to my episode of Managing Made Simple all about what the book covers and how it can help your team!

"Lia Garvin's decade of experience at tech giants like Microsoft, Apple, and Google shines through in this essential guide for new managers. Her practical strategies for building trust, resolving conflicts, and motivating teams are invaluable, and I've personally seen her apply these strategies with great success. The New Manager Playbook is a must-read for anyone stepping into a leadership role.”

Carla McIntosh

former VP of Talent Acquisition at Reddit

"Management is often something that happens to you, not something you plan for or choose – at least it was in my case. I wish I'd had something like The New Manager Playbook back then. It's a reliable companion that offers expert guidance, relatable examples, and proven strategies to help you lead with empathy, set clear expectations, and achieve outstanding results.”

Jonathan Terleski

Head of Design, YouTube

Why new managers call it the management book they needed

The New Manager Playbook is your answer to removing overwhelm as a manager:

Learn ways to quickly build trust with your team members so you can get out of the weeds
Get the secrets to delivering difficult feedback and having tough conversations… without making things awkward Have a clear understanding of where projects are at without having to micromanage
Understand the myths behind delegating so you can actually hand off meaningful work
Tackle sticky situations like managing former friends or team members older than you with ease
And of course, get the brass tacks of setting expectations, problem solving, holding people accountable, and the fundamentals of great managers

The New Manager Playbook is your simple guide to not only managing with confidence and ease, but doing so while bringing out the best in your team.

"As a design leader, it's crucial to guide your team through ambiguity. The New Manager Playbook offers valuable insights for all leaders, particularly emphasizing the significance of active listening to comprehend challenges and foster empathy, especially during times of change and uncertainty. This book provides practical advice on empowering teams to navigate complex situations and to deliver success together."

Albert Shum

Former CVP of Design, Microsoft

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“Being a new manager can be one of the most overwhelming times in your career, and most of us were initially thrown into it with barely any tools in our toolboxes. You want to do your best but it takes time to learn the balance of delegating more and micromanaging less for the growth of your team. The New Manager Playbook is the guide that any new manager needs to not only feel confident managing their team, but in doing the necessary steps to supporting their team in reaching their full potential. It is a fun read, full of practical and actionable tools that will help any new manager go from good to great.”

Shelby Rhodes

Chief of Staff to the CEO, Strava

Who is The New Manager Playbook for?

First-time managers, and experienced managers who never had formal training. It includes exercises, frameworks, tools, and conversation starters covering the situations nobody prepares you for: managing former peers and friends, giving difficult feedback, delegating real work, and knowing where projects stand without micromanaging.

What will I learn?

How to build trust with your team quickly, deliver tough feedback without making it awkward, delegate meaningful work, handle sticky situations like managing people older than you, and set expectations and hold people accountable. You learn how to be a manager people want to work for.

Is there training to go with the book?

Yes. The New Manager Playbook Program turns the book into manager training for your team, digital or live.

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