It was quick and efficient
Actually leading rather than waste everyones time with unproductive meetings and phone calls. Don't be afraid to call out individuals who are not performing their job appropriately. It is horrible to call out an entire team when everyone knows who the problem is.
Compensation should match match expectations. The functions being performed far out number the functions to find in the job role, in quantity and in level of responsibility. You cannot pay people for something described on paper and then expect them to do above and beyond. Compensate accordingly.
When you have an exceptional employee who is qualified for a job, regardless of whether they have been a manager, or a lead in the past, give that person the job. Don't promote someone to a leadership position in a department they have never worked in before.