Manager's Toolkit: The 13 Skills Managers Need to SucceedZeroing in on the specific skills that make great managers stand out from the pack, this comprehensive guide is both an essential primer for new managers and a valuable resource for seasoned executives. From hiring and retaining good people to motivating and developing team members, from understanding key financial statements to delegating work effectively, and from setting goals for others to managing your own career, this actionable guide walks readers through every aspect of managing in a complex business world. Filled with practical tools and tips, this essential toolkit helps managers to stay at the top of their game. |
Contents
Setting Goals That Others Will Persue | 3 |
Hiring the Best | 17 |
Keeping the Best | 41 |
Delegating With Confidence | 63 |
Managing Your Time | 77 |
Reaching the Next Level | 91 |
Managing Teams | 93 |
Appraisal and Coaching | 115 |
Budgeting | 217 |
Understanding Financial Statements | 243 |
Net Present Value and Internal Rate of Return | 263 |
Breakeven Analysis and Operating Leverage | 279 |
Useful Implentatino Tools | 285 |
Legal Landmines in Hiring | 295 |
Notes | 299 |
Glossary | 303 |
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Manager's Toolkit: Introduction; 2. Becoming A Manager; 3. Hiring the Best ... A99 No preview available - 2004 |
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