Being named an interim manager is a great promotion and a path to get ahead. You’ve just been named an interim manager. Successful interim managers use this time to show everyone what they can do—and potentially win the job permanently. Photo: Luis AlmeidaA common pitfall for interim managers is thinking they can succeed using the same skills that earned them the promotion, Mr. Lash says. Interim managers should talk often with the hiring boss to report on how things are going and ask for feedback.

Source: Wall Street Journal August 30, 2016 15:54 UTC