text: In general, I believe you need to appear to have confidence (whether you do or not), but be friendly and fair.  They don't need to be afraid of you but they do need to realize that you are the boss.  Respect comes with time.\n\nSince you are going to India there will definately be some cultural differences so I would read up on the culture.  You may be able to find a book that directly deals with managing in India or Asia in general