re: Tips on being a supervisor/manager/leader

Leaders can be born or developed. Bottom line, don't tolerate disrespect and learn the art of informal leadership. Remain humble. Ensure your subordinates understand that they may make recommendations, but you make the final decision.

People will test you to get a reaction so they can reverse the table of power. ALWAYS maintain your professional bearing. Never show that it affects you. When it continues, address it professionally. You are their supervisor, bottom line.

I'm speaking as an army officer with 4 years of experience in charge of 85 people at the age of 26.