Management for dummies

Make your mark in the world of management Good management is vital to the success of every business but being a good manager isn′t always easy. This book offers you expert advice on hiring the right staff, building effective teams, resolving office politics and maintaining your own work/life balance. Inside you′ll find examples and guidance to help you identify the styles of management you need to succeed and to deal with the challenges of being a manager today – from discovering what your employees want, to helping them thrive on a daily basis. With this guide you′ll be making things happen in your business in no time. Be the best – learn great techniques for coaching, mentoring and inspiring your employees to perform at their best Get to the point – set goals and targets, and discover how to manage people and projects Connect with others – use effective communication skills and discover the best ways to convey your messages Get political – assess a wide range of management risks and learn key techniques for dealing with office politics Become a 21st–century manager – harness the power of technology and use it to help with budgeting and accounting Open the book and find: How to take your first steps into management Advice on being a truly great interviewer Techniques on developing and mentoring employees How to observe and learn from leaders Guidance on juggling priorities Why understanding your stakeholders is vital A guide to 21st–century functions of management Advice on preparing and making great presentations Learn to: Successfully use the latest management techniques, tools and technology Develop leadership skills and integrate them into your management style Manage a business and team through difficult times Become a great global manager.