Management skills for new managers

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Author:

Ellis, Carol W., 1946 July 13-

ISBN:

9780814408308

Personal Author:

Ellis, Carol W., 1946 July 13-

Publication Information:

New York : American Management Association, c2005.

Physical Description:

x, 144 p. ; 23 cm.

General Note:

Includes index.

Contents:

Ch. 1. Defining your role -- Ch. 2. Effective communication -- Ch. 3. Performance management -- Ch. 4. The four phases of learning -- Ch. 5. Motivation -- Ch. 6. Delegation for growth and development -- Ch. 7. Coaching for performance -- Ch. 8. Moving forward with your own situations.

Abstract:

"Management Skills for New Managers is a must-read for anyone making his or her first entry into management. The book is an accessible introduction to all the skills and information you need to excel." "Whether you work for a business, a nonprofit organization, an educational institute, or a government agency, this book gives you practical techniques and specific action plans for making a smooth transition into your new role. Packed with managerial wisdom, Management Skills for New Managers will help you put your best foot forward, get the most from your people, and contribute to the overall success of your workplace."--BOOK JACKET.

Subject Term:

Management.

Management techniques.

Communication in management.

Electronic Access:

Table of contents http://www.loc.gov/catdir/toc/ecip0414/2004001810.html

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Just because you've been promoted to manager doesn't mean you've got all the skills and information you need to excel. Management Skills for New Managers is an accessible, friendly introduction to everything you need to make the jump to management smoothly and be effective right from your first day. This practical guide helps you: * define your role: What does a manager do, and how do you create the environmentthat will help those things get done? * communicate effectively: Interact with your staff and with your own manager, using the right approach and most appropriate methods * manage staff performance: Identify challenges, set objectives, and give your people what they need to do their jobs well Plus you'll learn how to delegate for maximum productivity, motivate individuals and teams, and much more. Filled with practical techniques and specific action plans for applying the approaches in your new role, Management Skills for New Managers will help you put your best foot forward - as you take your next big career step." "