{"id":51152,"date":"2026-02-26T10:49:12","date_gmt":"2026-02-26T10:49:12","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.brewermorris.com\/?p=51152"},"modified":"2026-04-24T08:53:09","modified_gmt":"2026-04-24T08:53:09","slug":"tips-for-your-first-people-management-role-as-a-tax-professional","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.brewermorris.com\/nl\/career-advice\/career-progression\/tips-for-your-first-people-management-role-as-a-tax-professional\/","title":{"rendered":"Tips for your first people management role as a tax professional"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns alignwide post-content-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-7387b849 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:66.66%\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Stepping into your first people management role as a tax professional is both an exciting milestone and a significant shift in responsibility. For years, your success may have been defined by technical accuracy, client delivery, and your ability to navigate complex legislation. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Now you are expected to guide others through that complexity, nurture their growth, and ensure the team functions effectively. The transition requires new skills, new mindsets, and a willingness to learn just as much about people as you have about tax. Here are practical, grounded tips to help you succeed.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-recognise-that-your-role-has-fundamentally-changed\">Recognise that your role has fundamentally changed<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">One of the biggest challenges for new managers is understanding that technical excellence and management excellence are not the same thing. You were promoted because you are good at your job, but you will succeed as a manager only if you shift from doing the work to enabling others to do it.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This means embracing activities that might not have been part of your remit before: coaching, giving feedback, setting expectations, and having difficult conversations. In tax, where deadlines and accuracy are non-negotiable, it can be tempting to continue doing tasks yourself because it feels quicker or safer. However, if you fall into that pattern, you miss opportunities to develop your team and you risk burning yourself out.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns has-brand-2-background-color has-background is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-7387b849 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\" style=\"border-radius:10px\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading is-style-eyebrow-no-border has-sr-black-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-2ecf8f3c739a318d87e99f7cfb844169\" id=\"h-action-to-take-in-week-1\"><strong>Action to take in week <\/strong>1: <\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\" id=\"h-action-to-take-in-week-1-goal-stop-being-the-best-doer-become-the-enabler\"><strong>Goal: Stop being the \u201cbest doer\u201d, become the \u201cenabler.\u201d<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li class=\"has-sr-black-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-e24b4adb34efe4ace8953441c055279a\">Write down your new responsibilities e.g. coaching, feedback, prioritisation, communication<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"has-sr-black-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-3e21083a1fb09d3abdaa5d5a29ad54e8\">Identify tasks you should no longer personally own<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"has-sr-black-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-6f4761ea9c854180ba1edbd785f15e1c\">Block 20\u201330% of your calendar for people management<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"has-sr-black-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-cfaba34fc5e86e5f1f998deae340ba63\">When tempted to \u201cjust do it myself\u201d, pause and ask: is this a development opportunity?<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"has-sr-black-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-153cd7b2f7671c8f56359c131d3f038b\">Track how much time you spend doing vs enabling, and aim for a gradual shift<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-build-trust-early-and-intentionally\">Build trust early and intentionally<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.dameleadership.com\/research-and-insights\/building-trust-the-foundation-of-effective-leadership\/\">Trust is the foundation of effective management<\/a>, especially in a technical profession like tax where the stakes are high. New managers sometimes assume trust will develop naturally over time, but it must be built deliberately.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Start by getting to know your team members as people. Understand where they are in their careers, what motivates them, and where they feel most and least confident. Demonstrate reliability by following through on commitments and being consistent in your communication. Make yourself approachable by being present and attentive, whether in person or online.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The more your team trusts you, the more willing they will be to raise issues early, before they turn into missed deadlines or compliance risks.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns has-brand-2-background-color has-background is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-7387b849 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\" style=\"border-radius:10px\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading is-style-eyebrow-no-border has-sr-black-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-8315403186c7b1ccd54b1d455d95dd93\" id=\"h-action-to-take-in-weeks-1-2\"><strong>Action to take in weeks 1-2<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\" id=\"h-action-to-take-in-weeks-1-2goal-become-approachable-and-reliable-quickly\"><strong>Goal: become approachable and reliable quickly<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-left has-sr-black-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-a5fb87d20414fe35e0da94ae26195a4e wp-block-paragraph\">Schedule a 1-to-1 with every team member and<strong> ask:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Career goals<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Strengths and confidence areas<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Stress points<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Preferred communication style<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>How they like feedback<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Then:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Career goals<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Strengths and confidence areas<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Stress points<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Preferred communication style<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>How they like feedback<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-7387b849 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading alignwide\" id=\"h-shift-from-giving-answers-to-asking-questions\">Shift from giving answers to asking questions<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">As a technical expert, you may be used to being the person others come to for solutions. As a manager, your challenge is to encourage independent thinking while still ensuring quality.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">When someone asks you a technical question, resist the urge to provide the answer immediately. Instead, try asking:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>\u201cWhat options have you already considered?\u201d<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>\u201cWhat does the guidance suggest?\u201d<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>\u201cIf you had to make a recommendation, what would it be?\u201d<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns has-brand-2-background-color has-background is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-7387b849 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\" style=\"border-radius:10px\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading is-style-eyebrow-no-border has-sr-black-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-5bf840b0aa2eec32597df28244d73703\" id=\"h-action-to-take-coach-instead-of-answer\">Action to take: coach instead of answer<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\" id=\"h-action-to-take-coach-instead-of-answer-goal-grow-independent-thinkers\"><strong>Goal: grow independent thinkers<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">When asked a question, don\u2019t answer immediately. Use the rule:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Ask three before you tell one<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>\u201cWhat options have you considered?\u201d<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>\u201cWhat does the guidance say?\u201d<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>\u201cWhat would you recommend?\u201d<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Only then:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Confirm or refine their conclusion. You are training judgement, not giving solutions.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-give-feedback-that-genuinely-helps-people-grow\">Give feedback that genuinely helps people grow<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.forbes.com\/councils\/forbescoachescouncil\/2025\/04\/03\/how-to-deliver-effective-feedback-20-key-leadership-maxims\/\">Feedback is one of the most powerful tools you have as a manager, but it must be delivered thoughtfully.<\/a> In tax, accuracy, clarity, and timeliness are critical. People need to know not only what needs improvement but how to improve it.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Effective feedback is:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Specific \u2013 Avoid vague comments like \u201cbe more proactive.\u201d Explain exactly what behaviour you observed and what you\u2019d like to see instead<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Timely \u2013 Don\u2019t wait for formal reviews. Provide feedback as close to the moment as possible, while it\u2019s still relevant<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Balanced \u2013 Highlight strengths as well as areas for improvement. This builds confidence and reinforces what to keep doing<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Remember that feedback should feel like a conversation, not a judgement. Invite your team member to reflect on the situation and share their own perspective. This increases commitment to change and strengthens your working relationship.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns has-brand-2-background-color has-background is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-7387b849 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\" style=\"border-radius:10px\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading is-style-eyebrow-no-border has-sr-black-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-80226ef7456814cc1dd59e9874233c0e\" id=\"h-action-to-take-give-effective-and-ongoing-feedback\"><strong>Action to take: give effective and ongoing feedback<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\" id=\"h-action-to-take-give-effective-and-ongoing-feedbackgoal-make-improvement-predictable\"><strong>Goal: make improvement predictable<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">After reviewing work:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Give feedback within 24\u201348 hours<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Be specific<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Explain impacts e.g. risk, clarity, client effect<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Provide improvement steps<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Ask for their reflection<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote is-layout-flow wp-block-quote-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Top tip: <\/strong>praise publicly, correct privately, coach collaboratively<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-learn-how-to-delegate-effectively\">Learn how to delegate effectively<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Delegation is not just about offloading tasks; it is a critical development tool. It allows others to build capability while giving you space to take on more strategic responsibilities.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Effective delegation involves:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Choosing the right person for the task, based on skill level and development goals<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Being clear about expectations, deadlines, and quality standards<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Providing the context, don\u2019t assume someone knows why the task matters<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Checking in at appropriate intervals without micromanaging<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Being available for support but not taking the work back<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">In tax work, where precision is essential, you may feel anxious about delegating. But with clear expectations and regular communication, delegation becomes far less risky than it seems.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns has-brand-2-background-color has-background is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-7387b849 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\" style=\"border-radius:10px\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading is-style-eyebrow-no-border has-sr-black-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-1b1d90481ecb1e2e2e6eb75e379b0c47\" id=\"h-action-to-take-delegate-properly\"><strong><strong>Action to take: delegate properly<\/strong><\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\" id=\"h-action-to-take-delegate-properly-goal-develop-capability-not-dependency\"><strong>Goal: develop capability, not dependency <\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Before delegating:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Choose task aligned with development level<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Explain why task matters<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Define success standard<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Set deadline and checkpoints<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>During:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Schedule a mid-point check-in<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Ask questions instead of fixing<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>After:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Review learning, not just result<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Never take the task back unless critical<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-establish-strong-communication-habits\">Establish strong communication habits<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Good communication is at the heart of leadership. People need clarity about priorities, deadlines, and responsibilities. They also need reassurance and context, especially when a project becomes challenging.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Consider adopting regular check-ins with your team, brief but structured discussions where you:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Review workload<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Identify any risks or blockers<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Align on priorities<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Offer support where needed<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">By normalising open communication, you reduce the likelihood of hidden problems and lastminute surprises.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns has-brand-2-background-color has-background is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-7387b849 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\" style=\"border-radius:10px\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading is-style-eyebrow-no-border has-sr-black-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-d7f36ec2070db19aafc81838e887c5d8\" id=\"h-action-to-take-create-a-structured-communication-rhythm\"><strong><strong><strong>Action to take: create a structured communication rhythm <\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\" id=\"h-action-to-take-create-a-structured-communication-rhythm-goal-no-surprises\"><strong>Goal: no surprises<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Run weekly check-ins (15\u201330 min each)<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Agenda:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Workload review<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Risks\/blockers<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Priority alignment<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Support needed<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Development discussion<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Team level:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Hold a short weekly team huddle<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Share deadlines and pressure points early<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-understand-individual-needs-and-working-styles\">Understand individual needs and working styles<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">No two team members are the same. Some thrive on detailed guidance, while others prefer autonomy. Some enjoy client-facing work, while others are more comfortable working on compliance tasks. As a manager, part of your role is understanding these preferences and using them to motivate, stretch, and inspire.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">You don\u2019t need to be an expert in personality theory. Simple conversations can reveal what someone needs to perform at their best. Ask questions like:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>\u201cHow do you prefer to receive feedback?\u201d<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>\u201cWhat kinds of tasks energise you?\u201d<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>\u201cHow do you like to approach deadlines?\u201d<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The more tailored your management approach, the more engaged and productive your team will be.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns has-brand-2-background-color has-background is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-7387b849 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\" style=\"border-radius:10px\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading is-style-eyebrow-no-border has-sr-black-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-3fe2fabc2cf2a27ee38c3a19174aa510\" id=\"h-action-to-take-manage-individuals-differently\"><strong><strong><strong><strong>Action to take: manage individuals differently<\/strong> <\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\" id=\"h-action-to-take-manage-individuals-differently-goal-tailored-leadership\"><strong>Goal: tailored leadership<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>For each team member document:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Motivation triggers<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Preferred feedback style<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Autonomy level<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Stress signals<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Then adapt:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>High performer &#8211; autonomy + stretch work<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Developing staff &#8211; structure + frequent feedback<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Anxious staff &#8211; clarity + reassurance<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-manage-pressure-without-passing-it-down-unnecessarily\">Manage pressure without passing it down unnecessarily<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Tax professionals operate in a high-pressure environment, but your team doesn\u2019t need to feel every stress you experience. Your role is to filter and prioritise.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If deadlines shift or pressures increase, take a moment before communicating with your team. Provide clarity, not panic. Break down work into achievable steps. Identify where you can negotiate timelines, redistribute tasks, or escalate issues constructively.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">A calm manager creates a calm team, and a calm team delivers better work.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns has-brand-2-background-color has-background is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-7387b849 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\" style=\"border-radius:10px\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading is-style-eyebrow-no-border has-sr-black-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-c3ae27c5669804772c93a18258e5db5b\" id=\"h-action-to-take-handle-pressure-professionally\"><strong><strong><strong><strong>Action to take: <strong>handle pressure professionally<\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\" id=\"h-action-to-take-handle-pressure-professionally-goal-filter-stress-don-t-transmit-it\"><strong>Goal: filter stress, don\u2019t transmit it<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Before communicating urgent work:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Clarify priorities yourself first<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Break tasks into steps<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Decide what can move<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Escalate early if needed<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Communicate:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Facts<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Plan<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Support<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Avoid:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Panic tone<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Late surprises<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Last-minute dumping<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-develop-your-own-support-network\">Develop your own support network<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Being a new manager can feel isolating. You\u2019re expected to support others, but you also need support yourself. Build relationships with peers, mentors, and more experienced managers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Use them as sounding boards. Share challenges, ask questions, and learn from their experiences. Many organisations also offer leadership training tailored for new managers, take advantage of it. Learning to manage people is an ongoing process, not a onetime event.\u2011time event.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns has-brand-2-background-color has-background is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-7387b849 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\" style=\"border-radius:10px\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading is-style-eyebrow-no-border has-sr-black-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-7925dc5775f788cd7ac564afa8778202\" id=\"h-actions-to-take-in-month-one-build-your-manager-support-system\"><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong>Actions to take in month one: build your manager support system <\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\" id=\"h-actions-to-take-in-month-one-build-your-manager-support-system-goal-you-need-coaching-too\"><strong>Goal: you need coaching too<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Identify a mentor or senior manager<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Schedule monthly learning conversation<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Discuss one real situation each time<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Attend leadership training if offered<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Keep a \u201clessons learned\u201d log<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-lead-by-example\">Lead by example<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">As a manager in a technical field, your behaviour sets the tone for your team. Model the standards you expect from others: professionalism, curiosity, integrity, fairness, and respect.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">When you demonstrate these behaviours consistently, your team is far more likely to follow. People tend to emulate what they experience, not what they are told.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns has-brand-2-background-color has-background is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-7387b849 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\" style=\"border-radius:10px\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading is-style-eyebrow-no-border has-sr-black-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-3fea101581813b772cbb26b59d95f64d\" id=\"h-action-to-take-daily-lead-by-example\"><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong>Action to take daily: lead by example<\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\" id=\"h-action-to-take-daily-lead-by-example-goal-culture-follows-behaviou-r\"><strong>Goal: culture follows behaviou<\/strong>r<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Model:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Professionalism<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Calm under pressure<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Fairness<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Curiosity<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Respect in feedback<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote is-layout-flow wp-block-quote-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Rule:<\/strong> your team copies what you tolerate and what you demonstrate.<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-celebrate-progress-not-just-outcomes\">Celebrate progress, not just outcomes<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Tax work can be relentless. Once one deadline is met, another quickly follows. It\u2019s important to acknowledge effort and celebrate achievements, both big and small.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This could mean praising a junior team member for producing a well structured schedule, recognising someone for handling a tricky client query, or thanking the team for pulling together during a busy period. Recognition builds morale and reinforces positive behaviours.\u2011structured schedule, recognising someone for handling a tricky client query, or thanking the team for pulling together during a busy period. Recognition builds morale and reinforces positive behaviours.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns has-brand-2-background-color has-background is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-7387b849 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\" style=\"border-radius:10px\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading is-style-eyebrow-no-border has-sr-black-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-d8db2dec919e99586d5283a0b95aa70a\" id=\"h-action-to-take-recognise-effort-consistently\"><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong>Action to take: recognise effort consistently<\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\" id=\"h-action-to-take-recognise-effort-consistently-goal-maintain-morale-in-deadline-heavy-work\"><strong>Goal: maintain morale in deadline-heavy work<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Every week:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Thank at least one person individually<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Recognise one behaviour publicly<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Highlight improvement, not only perfection<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Examples:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Good client handling<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Clear workpaper structure<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Supporting teammates<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Your first people management role as a tax professional is a significant step in your career. While the shift from technical expert to leader can be challenging, it is also rewarding. You now can shape the careers of others, influence the way work is delivered, and contribute to a positive team culture.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Approach the role with curiosity, humility, and a willingness to grow. With the right mindset and habits, you will not only succeed as a manager, you will help your team thrive.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-like-this-article\">Like this article?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This article is a part of our <a href=\"https:\/\/www.brewermorris.com\/career-advice\/tax-trailblazers-network\/\">Tax Trailblazers<\/a> series. Want to read similar content, receive exclusive event invites and detailed salary information? 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class=\"card__tags\">\n\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<li class=\"card__tag\"><\/li>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t<\/ul>\n\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<h3 class=\"card__title\">A guide for multinationals: when to hire your first US tax professional<\/h3>\n\t\t\t\n\t\t<ul class=\"meta__list\">\n\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<li class=\"card__published-date meta__item\"><span class=\"meta__item-label\">Posted<\/span> <span class=\"meta__item-value\">september 23, 2026<\/span><\/li>\n\t\t\t\t\n\t\t<\/ul>\n\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"card__content\">Contents Share Key insights For non-US based multinationals, expanding into the United States often begins with a small commercial presence, a handful of employees or a growing customer base. 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From corporate tax requirements and tax compliance obligations to payroll taxes and transfer pricing, many companies reach [&hellip;]<\/div>\n\t\t\t\n\t<\/a>\n\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"card card--post post-56295 post type-post status-publish format-standard has-post-thumbnail hentry category-career-advice category-career-progression category-treasury category-uk hd_author-eliot-bates\" id=\"block_31133247f726eceb47ab89832e55c181-job-56295\">\n\n\t<a class=\"card__link\" href=\"https:\/\/www.brewermorris.com\/nl\/career-advice\/the-group-treasurer-in-a-listed-vs-private-equity-backed-business-whats-different\/\">\n\n\t\t\n\t\t\t<div class=\"card__image-wrapper\">\n\n\t\t\t\t<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"300\" height=\"225\" src=\"https:\/\/www.brewermorris.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/4\/2026\/09\/Detail_Leader-standing-with-iPad_hutterstock_2423464829-300x225.jpg\" class=\"card__image\" alt=\"\" sizes=\"(max-width: 481px) 100vw, (max-width: 599px) 50vw, (max-width: 1240px) 33vw, 370px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.brewermorris.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/4\/2026\/09\/Detail_Leader-standing-with-iPad_hutterstock_2423464829-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.brewermorris.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/4\/2026\/09\/Detail_Leader-standing-with-iPad_hutterstock_2423464829-2048x1536.jpg 2048w, https:\/\/www.brewermorris.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/4\/2026\/09\/Detail_Leader-standing-with-iPad_hutterstock_2423464829-1024x768.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.brewermorris.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/4\/2026\/09\/Detail_Leader-standing-with-iPad_hutterstock_2423464829-768x576.jpg 768w\" \/>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t<ul class=\"card__tags\">\n\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<li class=\"card__tag\"><\/li>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t<\/ul>\n\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<h3 class=\"card__title\">The Group Treasurer in a listed vs private equity-backed business: what&#8217;s different?<\/h3>\n\t\t\t\n\t\t<ul class=\"meta__list\">\n\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<li class=\"card__published-date meta__item\"><span class=\"meta__item-label\">Posted<\/span> <span class=\"meta__item-value\">september 22, 2026<\/span><\/li>\n\t\t\t\t\n\t\t<\/ul>\n\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"card__content\">Contents Share Key insights The role of the Group Treasurer has become increasingly strategic in recent years. While responsibility for cash management, liquidity, funding and risk management sits at the heart of every treasury role, the expectations placed on treasury leaders can differ significantly depending on whether the business is publicly listed or backed by [&hellip;]<\/div>\n\t\t\t\n\t<\/a>\n\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"card card--post post-56172 post type-post status-publish format-standard has-post-thumbnail hentry category-career-advice category-europe category-hiring-advice category-market-insight category-netherlands category-tax hd_author-rebecca-sheehan\" id=\"block_31133247f726eceb47ab89832e55c181-job-56172\">\n\n\t<a class=\"card__link\" href=\"https:\/\/www.brewermorris.com\/nl\/market-insight\/prinsjesdag-2026-what-the-dutch-budget-day-means-for-tax-hiring-and-professionals\/\">\n\n\t\t\n\t\t\t<div class=\"card__image-wrapper\">\n\n\t\t\t\t<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"300\" height=\"225\" src=\"https:\/\/www.brewermorris.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/4\/2026\/09\/iStock-177456000-1-300x225.jpg\" class=\"card__image\" alt=\"\" sizes=\"(max-width: 481px) 100vw, (max-width: 599px) 50vw, (max-width: 1240px) 33vw, 370px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.brewermorris.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/4\/2026\/09\/iStock-177456000-1-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.brewermorris.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/4\/2026\/09\/iStock-177456000-1-2048x1536.jpg 2048w, https:\/\/www.brewermorris.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/4\/2026\/09\/iStock-177456000-1-1024x768.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.brewermorris.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/4\/2026\/09\/iStock-177456000-1-768x576.jpg 768w\" \/>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t<ul class=\"card__tags\">\n\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<li class=\"card__tag\"><\/li>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t<\/ul>\n\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<h3 class=\"card__title\">Prinsjesdag 2026: what the Dutch Budget Day means for tax hiring and professionals<\/h3>\n\t\t\t\n\t\t<ul class=\"meta__list\">\n\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<li class=\"card__published-date meta__item\"><span class=\"meta__item-label\">Posted<\/span> <span class=\"meta__item-value\">september 18, 2026<\/span><\/li>\n\t\t\t\t\n\t\t<\/ul>\n\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"card__content\">Contents Share Key insights Prinsjesdag 2026, the Netherlands&#8217; annual Budget Day, saw the Dutch government present its latest tax plan and Miljoenennota to the Tweede Kamer, or House of Representatives. While much of the attention focused on personal income tax, Box 1, income tax brackets, tax credits, the tax-free allowance and purchasing power, the wider [&hellip;]<\/div>\n\t\t\t\n\t<\/a>\n\n<\/div>\t\t\n\t\t<\/div>\n\n\t\t\n<\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Stepping into your first people management role as a tax professional is both an exciting milestone and a significant shift in responsibility. For years, your success may have been defined by technical accuracy, client delivery, and your ability to navigate complex legislation. 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