"They're going to be tough shoes to fill."
Taking Over A New Role Mugs
Kick off their new role with a mug that combines humor and encouragement. Perfect for morning coffee or tea, these mugs make a cheerful statement on a fresh career path.
'I'm sure that one wasn't there last week.'
'Manager. . . Commander. . . Chieftain. . . King!'
Businessman on stilts: 'I had to step over a lot of people to get where I am today.'
Welcome to the Team
"We're looking for that perfect blend of vision, ambition and ethical ambiguity."
Leadership suits you
"On the plus side, I finally have a key to the executive washroom."
'A depressing thought just came over me. Now we'll have to go out and get a job!'
Unto thee shall pass the executive laser pointer. Take this authority and delegate it.
"Before I read the financial report I have to ask... do any of you have a weapon?"
'The ultimate sign of success is when no one puts you on hold.'
Not a surprise, coming from the new boss - who looks about 6 years old.
New company policy...next time you miss a meeting I need a note from a doctor or a subpoena from a judge.
"It's all a matter of planning...."
Office meeting
Whack-a-mole CEO.
The role of administration.
The new boss brought a sense of urgency.
The little engine that could delegate.
'Leadership training.'
"To make things more democratic, I've decided to introduce a round-table policy."
'Good new. . . we're moving you to a bigger desk!'
"I don't want to insult your intelligence - I imagine that happens enough as it is."
The little engine that delegated
Woman as a beacon and guide of the family
"There's always a period of adjustment whenever you hire a new crew."
'I still say there are better ways to decide which positions to eliminate!'
"We can still be friends, Roger. I just don't want you to be one of my vice-presidents anymore."
'What can we do about this leadership course?'
"I got the promotion. Instead of Wednesdays, I'm now the one who gets blamed when things go wrong on Tuesdays."
"I know everyone see me as a manager, but really I am a leader."
'I'm grooming you for this position and giving you a makeover.'
Man frozen in portrait pose.
'How the hell do I tell them i haven't a clue where we're going?'
Taking Over A New Role Mugs Collection
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Taking Over A New Role T-Shirts
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