Bestsellers cluster sheet: First Time Manager: The First Steps to a Brilliant Management Career: 13

Bestsellers cluster sheet: First Time Manager: The First Steps to a Brilliant Management Career: 13

by Michael J Morris (Author)

Synopsis

The diverse responsibilities of a new managerial position in the modern workplace can appear daunting. This practical guide aims to dispel any such fears, with direct and comprehensive advice on the immediate difficulties faced by a new manager. Fully revised, "The First-Time Manager" is an introduction to fundamental management topics and necessary skills such as, effective communication, motivation, delegation, leadership, financial principles, human resource concerns, marketing, public relations, organisational structure and self-development within the role. It now includes a new chapter on key skills such as problem solving, managing time, and giving presentations, and there are useful end-of-chapter summaries. Both a practical manual and desktop reference, this is a book to be read and then referred back to for constant support.

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More Information

Format: Paperback
Pages: 232
Edition: 3rd Edition
Publisher: Kogan Page
Published: 03 Jun 2005

ISBN 10: 0749443847
ISBN 13: 9780749443849
Book Overview: The First-Time Manager is an introduction to fundamental management topics and necessary skills. It now includes a new chapter on key skills such as problem solving, managing time, and giving presentations, and there are useful end-of-chapter summaries.

Media Reviews
Offers first-time managers a practical guide to what they need to know in order to function reasonably well in their new positions. Reference & Research Book News An indispensable introduction to fundamental management topics and know-how. Business Executive If you're about to become a manager for the first time author Michael Morris' book is required reading. It provides a wealth of information and insight into your new job. Likewise, if you are a first-time manager and you're floundering a bit, read this to see how to turn your new career around and become successful. www.getAbstract.com Offers great tips on dealing with the issues you face as a new manager, including communicating effectively and delegating. Daltons Business
Author Bio
Michael Morris is a tutor for the open University Business School in East Anglia and for other institutions. A consultant and advisor to small firms, he has extensive experience in business, particularly management issues. He is the author of Starting a Successful Business, also published by Kogan page.