The Pitfalls of Middle Management

So often as Business Owners and Upper Level Managers, we see great talent in our team and immediately think, "HEY, they'll make great managers!" Are you SURE? If they are not trained how to be effective LEADERS, it could have dire consequences on your organization and the morale of the employee that you have just promoted. There are some tips to ensure that becomes a success, however it requires that we train them to be true leaders as opposed to just taking their skills and hoping that they will be able to run department. What are the FIRST steps to ensuring their success?