In this episode, Tom Peach (York St John University) shares his experience of stepping into a management role as a new professional, and chats to Bethan Morgan about the challenges, opportunities, and new perspectives that managing library staff can bring. Tom's invaluable advice covers imposter syndrome, sources of support, and how to avoid the temptation to micro-manage - essential listening for those who find themselves moving into a new phase of their career! The conversation then delves into critical librarianship, with an eye to both accessibility and access to the profession, across social and economic backgrounds.