Mind Tools for Managers

PRAISE FOR MIND TOOLS FOR MANAGERS Many books on management suffer from the 'Silver bullet' syndrome, focusing on one important technique as the solution to all our management problems. This book, in contrast, focuses on the fact that being a good boss is about mastering many, many disciplines. And while that may appear intimidating, this easy read book does an outstanding job in giving practical advice on how to master these disciplines better. -Mads Nipper, Group President, Grundfos A/S Mind Tools for Managers is an essential guide to anyone working in management today. It provides a clear playbook for how to tackle all the day-to-day challenges managers face at work, expressed in simple, jargon-free language. -Judy McReynolds, Chairman, President and CEO, ArcBest Corporation Mind Tools for Managers provides a complete and invaluable toolkit for busy managers trying to solve problems outside their immediate expertise. Replete with essential models and exercises, this handy reference is a must-have on your bookshelf. -Herminia Ibarra, The Charles Handy Professor of Organisational Behaviour How do you get to be a better boss? There's no quick fix. But small shifts can have a big impact. This book provides a clear, well-structured guide to help you understand and practice the necessary skills. The authors use their experience and familiarity with the research to provide what should become the standard guide for all those wanting to improve their leadership skills and managerial performance. -Rob Goffee, coauthor of Why Should Anyone be Led by You?