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Your Story

Your First Leadership Role: What Helped And What Surprised You

Think back to the first time you were asked to lead a team of people. Maybe you were excited, nervous, overwhelmed —
or all three at once.


For many of us, those first steps into leadership felt like stepping into the unknown.


We’re collecting stories and insights from people who have been there. By sharing your experience, you’ll help create RealTalk resources that make the path easier for the next generation of leaders.


This will take about 5 minutes — and every answer helps.

Thank you for sharing. Your story matters.

Section 1: Quick Facts

When you first became a leader of a team, how many years of work experience had you accumulated?
Less than 2 years
2–5 years
6–10 years
More than 10 years
How many people were you leading in that first role?
1–5
6–10
11–20
More than 20
How much notice did you have before you started?
None (surprise!)
Less than 1 month
1–3 months
More than 3 months
Did you receive any leadership training before stepping into the role?
Yes
No
Within your first year as a leader, did you receive additional training or support?
Yes
No

Section 2: Reflections

Section 3: Optional Deeper Dive

Wrap Up

Would you be open to sharing more of your story?
Yes
No

 

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