Be the boss people want to work for.
Being a manager is no easy task. You must set and meet team goals that match business objectives while also ensuring growth and development opportunities for your people. You have to be the voice of authority and a key decision-maker while simultaneously giving your employees autonomy and flexibility. How do you navigate these tensions?
People, Performance, and Succeeding as a Manager is filled with practical advice from HBR experts that can help you answer that and other questions, such as:
- Is being a manager right for me?
- What qualities should a boss have?
- How do I build trust with my team?
- What is the best way to deliver constructive feedback?
- How do I motivate my employees?
- Are there common mistakes I should be avoiding?
This book will help you figure out what kind of manager you want to be so that you can feel comfortable in your role, encourage the success of your people, and grow in your own career.
Rise faster with quick reads, real stories, and expert advice. It's not easy to navigate the world of work when you're exploring who you are and what you want in life. How do you translate your interests, skills, and education into building a career you love? The HBR Work Smart series features the topics that matter to you most in your early career, including being yourself at work, collaborating with (sometimes difficult) colleagues and bosses, managing your mental health, and weighing major job decisions. Each title includes chapter recaps and links to video, audio, and more. The HBR Work Smart series books are your practical guides to stepping into your professional life and moving forward with confidence.
Binding Type: Paperback
Publisher: Harvard Business Review Press
Published: 11/12/2024
ISBN: 9798892790062
Pages: 208
