Have a frank discussion about the awkwardness of the situation! Also, it's OK to have close relationships with coworkers, without it being weird or seeming to play favorites, as long as you're treating others the same way. "Do I have a best friend at work?" is important, in the book "12 Elements of Great Managers"! Boundaries in any relationship are very important to define, and they can change, too.
Thats simple treat them like you would any of the other employees. They are no different.
“Who I used to work with”? Usually a recipe for disaster. Both parties would have to be extraordinarily mature.
professionally and keeping personal feelings separate if it is not respected
Listen and respect their input. Discuss openly with them about how the change may affect them and set boundaries that you both can live with.
If I am understanding the misworded & confusing question, should be easier to manage because you know more about that person, their style & best ways to communicate with. As long as they are not one of the untouchables that you cannot discipline, or mention that they did or are doing something wrong, or ask them not to spew racism, bigotry, hate speech, misogyny, inappropriately touch or speak to women, then it should be fine.
As a manager, you should be expected to spell check your writing first. I do not know if you mean that you’re trying to manage a past employee, or a coworker from a different company.
Try asking a manager that doesn't party with the associates after work.
Show them respect. And, show them that you are putting the group first. Lead by example.
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