Last updated: 2026-03-13

Manager Playbook for First-Time Managers

By Mirko Samardžić — First-Time Manager Coach | I turn Individual Contributors into Confident Leaders in 90 Days | 1000+ Managers Trained

A practical resource designed for new managers stepping into leadership. It provides a proven framework to establish predictable leadership within the critical first 90 days, helping you set clear standards, communicate consistently, and build trust across your team. This playbook delivers actionable insights, templates, and checklists that accelerate onboarding, improve team collaboration, and drive measurable performance improvements compared to starting from scratch.

Published: 2026-03-13

Primary Outcome

New managers establish predictable, consistent leadership within the first 90 days, boosting team engagement and performance.

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What You'll Learn

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About the Creator

Mirko Samardžić — First-Time Manager Coach | I turn Individual Contributors into Confident Leaders in 90 Days | 1000+ Managers Trained

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What is "Manager Playbook for First-Time Managers"?

A practical resource designed for new managers stepping into leadership. It provides a proven framework to establish predictable leadership within the critical first 90 days, helping you set clear standards, communicate consistently, and build trust across your team. This playbook delivers actionable insights, templates, and checklists that accelerate onboarding, improve team collaboration, and drive measurable performance improvements compared to starting from scratch.

Who created this playbook?

Created by Mirko Samardžić, First-Time Manager Coach | I turn Individual Contributors into Confident Leaders in 90 Days | 1000+ Managers Trained.

Who is this playbook for?

Newly promoted managers in tech startups seeking a proven 90-day plan to establish trust and consistency, Team leads transitioning from individual contributor to manager who want a structured framework to improve engagement, People managers responsible for onboarding managers and standardizing leadership practices across a small team

What are the prerequisites?

Team management experience (1+ years). Project management tools. 2–3 hours per week.

What's included?

90-day leadership blueprint. trust-building patterns. templates and checklists

How much does it cost?

$0.30.

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