Taking Over A New Role Pillows

"They're going to be tough shoes to fill."

'I'm sure that one wasn't there last week.'

Businessman on stilts: 'I had to step over a lot of people to get where I am today.'

Welcome to the Team

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.'

"It's all a matter of planning...."

Office meeting

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.

Whack-a-mole CEO.

The role of administration.

The new boss brought a sense of urgency.

The little engine that could delegate.

'Good new. . . we're moving you to a bigger desk!'

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'm grooming you for this position and giving you a makeover.'

"I got the promotion. Instead of Wednesdays, I'm now the one who gets blamed when things go wrong on Tuesdays."

Man frozen in portrait pose.

"I know everyone see me as a manager, but really I am a leader."

"Norman, leadership is about more than telling everyone to be more like you."