Few things I learnt so far: 1. Managers need to be human & kind. 2. Shielding their team from crap (as someone mentioned already) 3. Don't pitch one team mem

Few things I learnt so far: 1. Managers need to be human & kind. 2. Shielding their team from crap (as someone mentioned already) 3. Don't pitch one team member vs another - this is toxic. Instead nurture their strength. Our competitors are outside the team, not inside 4. Cheer lead/Sponsor for the team outside. Genuinely back your team. 5. Always expect your team members are smarter than you - give them that trust. Thank them for things they teach you. 6. Managing is more like parenting college kids (not toddlers/middle schoolers). You want them to survive worst and replace you if needed. So you too can grow. But avoid micro managing. 7. Learn to have tough conversations - This could be for their/team's improvement.