Managing for Dummies Second Edition Author:Bob Nelson, Peter Economy, Ken Blanchard, Bob Nelson, Peter Economy Being a manager can be an intimidating and challenging task. Managing involves teaching new skills to employees, helping land a new customer, accomplishing an important assignment, increasing performance, and much more. The process of management can be very challenging at times, but it can also bring you a sense of fulfillment that you never ima... more »gined possible. Organizations rely on managers to make the most out of situations and get the best possible results. Managing For Dummies, 2nd Edition, is perfect for all levels of managers. This clearly written, easy-to-understand guide will help anyone to
Hire talented employees
Master skills such as conflict resolution and coaching
Initiate change and deal with resistance to change
Set and communicate your goals
Motivate employees to go above and beyond expectations
Discover real-life solutions to the most common situations that supervisors and managers face – solutions that stand up over time and can be used during turbulent times. Managing For Dummies, 2nd Edition, also covers the following topics and more:
Delegating: the Manager’s No. 1 Tool
Inspiring employees to better performance
Getting your message across to your employees
Measuring and monitoring individual and project performance
Focusing on ethics and office politics
Team building and collaboration
Tools and techniques for managers
Managing in today’s lightning-speed business world requires that you have the latest information and techniques for getting the job done. This book provides you with straightforward advice and up-to-the-minute strategies for dealing with anything that comes your way.« less